Staff at Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park are pleased to reopen the cave for the 2022 season. Tours will be offered until Sept. 30. Visitors are encouraged to visit the state parks website frequently as tour options, times and availability may change throughout the season. Tour reservations will be taken this summer starting Memorial Day weekend by calling 1-855-922-6768 or by visiting fwp.mt.gov/stateparks . During the month of May, the upper visitor area will be open and cave tours will be offered five days per week, Wednesday through Sunday. Days of operation may expand starting in June. The ticket office opens at 9 a.m. The Paradise Tour will be offered throughout May, and the Classic Tour will be added in June. The campground and trails are open now, and the showers, comfort station and water stations will reopen as weather allows. Paradise Tour The Paradise Tour includes a view of the largest and most decorative room in the cave — the Paradise Room. This 1-mile tour lasts 90 minutes. It includes 15 stairs between two rooms, but the path is mostly level and partly wheelchair accessible. Because the paradise tour provides better accessibility and easier passage, this tour is highly recommended for anyone with small children, claustrophobia concerns or mobility challenges. The Paradise Tour will be offered on the half hour from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday until Memorial Day weekend. Starting Memorial Day weekend, reservations can be made, and tour times will change to 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. These times are subject to change, so visit fwp.mt.gov/stateparks prior to your visit. Tickets for the paradise tour are $10 for seniors ages 62 and older, $15 for visitors ages 15 to 61, $10 for kids ages 5 to 14, and free for anyone 4 or younger. Classic tour The classic tour features a 2-mile journey through the majority of the developed cave tour route, including the second-largest and longest rooms in the cave. This tour lasts for two hours and includes more than 600 stairs, stooping and tight squeezes. It is not recommended for small children, or visitors with mobility limitations or claustrophobia. Bats occupy some rooms that are part of the classic tour. Bats can be susceptible to pathogens carried by people. To reduce risks to sensitive bat populations at the park, visitors will be asked to wear facemasks in rooms that contain bats. The Classic Tour will be offered starting in June on the hour from 10 a.m. through 4 p.m. by reservable tickets and as staffing allows. Tickets for the classic tour are $15 for visitors ages 15 and older, $10 for kids ages 5 to 14, and $5 for anyone 4 or younger. Planning your visit Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park features one of the most decorative limestone caverns in the Northwest, filled with spectacular stalactites, stalagmites, columns and helictites. The park also offers camping, trails to hike or bike, a state-of-the-art visitor center, interpretive displays, a gift shop, food and beverage concessions, an amphitheater, and interpretive events during the summer months. An $8 entrance fee is required for visitors who are not residents of Montana. Residents of the state normally pay the fee with vehicle registration. As always, visitors are asked to not wear any clothing, shoes or accessories, including glasses and cameras, that have been to another cave or mine in the past two years. This is to protect bat populations at the Caverns. White-nose syndrome, a fungus that kills entire bat colonies, can be transmitted easily and does not come out of clothing or other materials with normal washing methods. While it does not affect humans, it could have significant impacts to the cave ecosystem. Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park is about 15 miles southeast of Whitehall, along Montana Highway 2. For more information about the park, please visit fwp.mt.gov/stateparks/lewis-and-clark-caverns or call 406-287-3541.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comments on a proposal to renew a project to reintroduce trumpeter swans to the Madison Valley through 2026. Swans have been relocated as part of this restoration project since 2012. FWP staff propose extending relocation efforts for an additional five years for the project to be successful. The proposed action is modeled after a successful trumpeter swan reintroduction program in the Blackfoot Valley of Montana, as well as similar projects in Montana, Oregon, Idaho and Wyoming. FWP has published an environmental assessment on the project that can be found online at go.usa.gov/xumpr . The public comment period for this proposal runs until 5 p.m. on May 19. Comments can be sent by email to cgower@mt.gov with “Trumpeter swan project” in the subject line, or mailed to: Claire Gower Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks 1400 S. 19th Ave. Bozeman, MT 59718

On Wednesday, April 27, the Montana Department of Livestock (MDOL) received confirmation of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a Pondera County flock. Montana now has eight flocks confirmed infected as part of a wave of HPAI infections in the United States linked to the seasonal migrations of wild birds. HPAI has also been detected in Judith Basin, Cascade, Toole, Glacier, Missoula, Fergus, and Gallatin Counties. “Montana continues to be in the crosshairs for HPAI infections from wild birds,” said Marty Zaluski, Montana State Veterinarian. “We hope that people are taking the risk to their poultry flocks seriously.” The primary complaint noticed for all of Montana’s affected flocks has been a large of number of bird mortalities. Samples from these flocks are submitted to the Montana Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (MVDL) and tested for the presence of avian influenza. Infected flocks are placed under quarantine and are required to depopulate all remaining birds on the premises to prevent further disease spread. Flock owners are eligible to receive indemnity on birds from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Depopulation of the flock is expected to begin this week. Avian influenza is an infectious viral disease of birds that can cause high mortality rates in domestic flocks. Migratory waterfowl are the primary source for avian influenza (AI). Wild birds can be infected and appear healthy but shed virus in the feces, saliva, and respiratory secretions. Domestic poultry become infected through direct contact with infected wild birds, or through contact with contaminated objects, equipment, or the environment. The Montana Department of Livestock is conducting an epidemiological investigation and will be identifying other poultry producers in the area to conduct disease surveillance and to provide educational resources. The Department continues to encourage poultry producers to implement the following biosecurity measures to protect flocks: ● Prevent contact between wild or migratory birds and domestic poultry, including access by wild birds to feed and water sources. ● House birds indoors to the extent possible to limit exposure to wild or migratory birds. ● Limit visitor access to areas where birds are housed. ● Use dedicated clothing and protective footwear when caring for domestic poultry. ● Immediately isolate sick animals and contact your veterinarian or MDOL. Sick birds can exhibit numerous signs such as swollen eyes, discolored comb and legs, significant drop in egg production or water and feed consumption, or sudden death. MDOL encourages all poultry producers to immediately report sudden onset of illness or high death loss in domestic poultry to their veterinarian or the department at (444-2976). If you find sick or dead wild birds that have died from unknown causes, please contact your local FWP Warden, Biologist or Regional office, or call the FWP wildlife veterinarian (577-7880). The Centers for Disease Control recently announced a positive HPAI test in a symptomatic human involved in disease response activities. Additional testing is ongoing to determine the significance of this finding. CDC continues to consider the risk to people from wild birds, backyard flocks, and commercial poultry to be low. Existing safeguards to keep food safe and wholesome are sufficient to protect people, and the food supply in the United States is one of the safest in the world. As a reminder, the US Department of Agriculture recommends cooking poultry to 165 degrees Fahrenheit. The mission of the Montana Department of Livestock is to control and eradicate animal diseases, prevent the transmission of animal diseases to humans, and to protect the livestock industry from theft and predatory animals. For more information on the Montana Department of Livestock, visit www.liv.mt.gov . For more information on biosecurity, please visit the USDA website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/animalhealth/animal-disease-information/avian/defend-the-flock-program/dtf-resources/dtf-resources . For more information on national cases of HPAI, please visit the USDA website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/animalhealth/animal-disease-information/avian/avian-influenza/2022-hpai . For information on human health concerns and HPAI, please visit the CDC website at https://www.cdc.gov/flu/avianflu/avian-flu-summary.htm .

A pup trailer being towed behind a semi truck overturned on Highway 41 Tuesday morning. The trailer was blocking the southbound lane just past mile marker 10. Still attached to the larger trailer. The driver is uninjured, recovery vehicles along with first responders are on scene working to get the trailer up righted and managing the flow of traffic.

Dillon, MT., May 02, 2022 – Barrett Hospital & HealthCare announces it was again named among the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) by the National Rural Health Association. It will be Barrett Hospital & HealthCare’s fifth time receiving this prestigious award. “We are honored to be recognized as one of the Top 20 CAHs, which underscores the collective commitment of our staff, providers, leadership, and volunteers to achieving excellence,” said Patti Mitchell, President of the Board of Directors Barrett Hospital & HealthCare. “Ratings such as these are good tools to help us continually improve. The Top 20 recognition is an excellent confirmation that our system of care is strong, and that we continue to provide high value care and service to residents and visitors of southwest Montana.” Being acknowledged as a Top 20 CAH is an incredible feat achieved by less than 1.5% percent of hospitals nationwide. The National Rural Health Association names the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals from a larger set of Top 100 CAHs, which is evaluated and produced by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. Both the Top 20 and Top 100 performing Critical Access Hospitals are identified through the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEXTM, the most comprehensive and objective assessment of U.S. rural and Critical Access Hospital performance based upon market, value-based and financial measures. “I thank everyone at Barrett Hospital & HealthCare for their efforts in making the organization a successful one and bringing it to this position. This all happened because they care deeply about this organization and its patients,” said Scott Manis Interim Chief Executive Officer. “It is a great privilege to be part of an extraordinary team at an extraordinary time.”

The Dillon Cubs first home game was played today against the Anaconda A's. The Cubs came to play and started an early lead in the first game. The A's were unable to come back after five innings the Cubs wrapped up the first home game with a 25 to 3 win. The Cubs would go on to win game number two with a final score of 6 to 2 due to an injury with a Anaconda A's player.

A single vehicle wreck at Mile Marker 79 on I-15 in the Northbound lane has first responders on scene. If you are travelling in this direction, use caution. The Montana Highway Patrol reports it as a single vehicle accident with unknown injuries. We will update this story if more information becomes available.

UMW Sports Press Release The Bulldog track team competed at the Frontier Conference Meet at Memorial Stadium in Great Falls the past two days. Competition kicked off with Morgan Baseley making her debut in the 10,000m and placing sixth as she prepares for the half-marathon at the NAIA National Meet. Eireann O'Conner continued her streak of incredible performances as she placed second in the 1500m, running a 4:45.56 and with the altitude adjustment, she will meet the NAIA national standard. Joe Lamb got the day started on the men's side by finishing third in the 1500m and nearly matching his PR with a time of 4:11.07. He has achieved three straight All-Conference awards at Frontier Meets. Jonathan Harrison claimed the title in the 800m with a new PR of 1:54.78 and if that was not enough, he placed second in the 400m with a PR of 49.94. Liz Varner and Joe Lamb running the 5000m, both placed sixth in their respective races. The day concluded with the 4x400 relays, the women placed fourth and the men placed fifth. The team will aim to recover and continue to train before they head to Missoula to compete in the Tom Gage Classic on May 7th.

Head football coach Ryan Nourse has announced the hiring of former Bulldog football player Riley Martello as the new defensive coordinator. Martello replaces Rob Goode who left to take a position at Loras College. Martello was a standout linebacker for the Bulldogs who appeared in 29 total games and was a three-year team captain. He finished his career with 117 total tackles, nine and a half tackles for loss, four sacks and three interceptions including one for a touchdown. Was named the team's Special Teams Player of the year in 2015, earned Frontier Conference Defensive player of the week in 2018, and named the STEP player of the year (Team MVP) in 2018. "I'm very honored and grateful to be back here at Montana Western," said Martello. "This university and football program gave me a chance and an opportunity to pursue my goals and passions. I'm excited to give back to all the current and future Dawgs to make this a great experience and to continue the Dawg traditions and standards." Martello returns to Montana Western after a year at Montana Western followed by stops at Carroll College, Loras College and most recently Montana State University. He's married to former Bulldog women's basketball player Taylor Howlett and the couple is expecting their first child in June. "Riley brings a ton of energy and enthusiasm to the position," Coach Ryan Nourse said. "His experience at UMW as a player and coach gives him a jump on starting the position and making an immediate impact. The program is fortunate to have a loyal, trustworthy and talented former Dawg to lead the defense."

STREET & ALLEY COMMITTEE MEETING ~ AGENDA ~ Monday, May 02, 2022 4:00 P.M. 1. Call to Order 2. Discuss/Recommend Hagenbarth’s proposal to Abandon a portion of the 500 block of South Nelson (If you need proposal reprinted contact the city) 3. Discuss/Recommend Engineering for Normal Street Bridge 4. Discuss/Recommend long term plan for Christensen Street and North Railroad Street 5. Discuss/Recommend Trail Coalitions proposals 6. Public Comment on Items Not Agenda but Within The Jurisdiction of The City 7. Adjournment Committee Members Dan Nye, Chair Don Hand Russ Schwandt PLEASE NOTE : The City of Dillon understands that citizens have the right under the Montana Constitution to observe and participate in local governmental affairs by personally attending all public meetings of the Dillon City Council and other City boards and committees. For those who are cautious about physically attending, a Zoom link is available. Join the meeting with Zoom ID: 770-316-6528 , allowing permission for mic and camera (if using a computer go to https://zoom.us/j/7703166528 ) and use Pass code 4245 .Please mute your mic until you desire to comment.Any problems or questions, call City Hall at 683-4245

The University of Montana Western will celebrate its 125th Annual Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 7, 2022, at 10 a.m. in the Straugh Gymnasium on the UMW campus. Additional events will be held the weekend of Commencement, including the Legacy Plaza Ceremony, the Community Dribble event with Commencement speaker, Tara VanDerveer, and the Distinguished Alumni Recognition Luncheon honoring J.P. Gallagher and the UMW Classes of 1972 and 1997. Legacy Plaza Ceremony An additional ceremony honoring the 2022 Graduating Class will be held on Friday, May 6, at 3:30 p.m. on the campus’s Legacy Plaza. This celebration is part of a special tradition at Montana Western held at the end of each academic year on the eve of the Commencement Ceremony that celebrates and honors the graduates for the completion of their degrees and the legacy that they will leave at UMW. Commencement Speaker: Tara VanDerveer This year’s commencement program will feature speaker Tara VanDerveer, legendary Stanford Women’s Basketball Coach and the all-time winningest coach in women’s basketball. She is one of the top coaches in the history of the sport, both collegiately and internationally, and is a member of both the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame. VanDerveer recently pledged to donate funds for humanitarian relief efforts for Ukraine based on $10 donated for each successful three-point shot, from every team in the 2022 NCAA women’s tournament from beginning to end. VanDerveer is also a vital benefactor to Montana Western’s tribal college education partnership program with Blackfeet Community College and Little Big Horn College. Community Dribble Event with Tara VanDerveer Community members of all ages are invited to the “Community Dribble with Tara VanDerveer” event on Saturday, May 7, at 4:30 p.m. on the Legacy Plaza. Registration is required and the first 300 registrants will receive a free basketball. Please visit tinyurl.com/CommunityDribble to register and bring a non-perishable food item when you arrive to support the Beaverhead Food Pantry. At 5:00 p.m., participants will dribble to the B.W. Lodge heading down S. Dakota Street and will enjoy hotshot and 3-point contests and have the opportunity to meet Coach VanDerveer. Prizes will be awarded to the winners in each category. Distinguished Alumni Service Award Recipient: J.P. Gallagher J.P. Gallagher graduated from Montana Western in 1992 with a Bachelor of Science degree in physical education and health and a minor in history. He went on to receive a Master’s in Education in 2008 from Graceland University focused on quality schools and a Master’s in Education from Montana State University in 2011. Gallagher served in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged in 1986. Three years later, he started at Montana Western when the university was rebuilding their football program under the direction of Coach Mick Dennehy. After graduation, Gallagher taught and coached football at Choteau High School and Flathead High School before heading to Butte High in 2003 where he taught physical education and history over the next seven years and served as the head golf coach. He then spent five years as principal at Whittier Elementary School before he was named Butte-Silver Bow Parks and Recreation Director in 2015. In 2020, Gallagher was elected as Chief Executive Officer of Butte-Silver Bow. Luncheon Honoring J.P. Gallagher and the UMW Classes of 1972 and 1997 The Montana Western Alumni Office will host a luncheon in the Lewis and Clark Room in Mathews Hall on Friday, May 6, at 11:30 a.m. to honor Gallagher and the Montana Western classes of 1972 and 1997. Tickets are $15 and available by calling 406-683-7306. Gallagher will then be recognized for the award during the Commencement Ceremony on May 7. “We look forward to celebrating this important milestone for our students, and we are proud of all of their accomplishments,” said Montana Western Chancellor, Michael Reid. The ceremony’s Chief Marshal will be Karl Ulrich, Ph.D., Professor of Biological Science. 389 Montana Western graduates will be awarded at least 420 degrees by the end of the 2021-22 academic year. Of the 389 students, 40 have completed two or more degrees, and 64% of the graduates are receiving honors by achieving a GPA of 3.33 or higher. 205 graduates have chosen to participate in this year’s ceremony. Graduates should arrive with regalia by 9:15 a.m. for line up. Livestream Information For those who are unable to attend in person, a livestream of Saturday’s Commencement Ceremony will be available starting at 10:00 a.m. on May 7 by visiting the Southwestern MT News Facebook page or YouTube channel . For more information about Commencement, please contact the Montana Western Registrar’s Office by calling 406-683-7371.

Game wardens with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks are increasing law enforcement efforts on wildlife management areas while seasonal closures continue for many of these areas. So far this year, FWP wardens in southwest Montana have prosecuted four cases of trespassing on WMAs, including Fleecer Mountain and Wall Creek WMAs. Wardens work diligently to protect WMAs and the wildlife on them, especially during closure periods in winter and spring. Penalties for those who violate these closures can include fines and revocation of hunting, fishing and trapping privileges for up to 24 months. FWP maintains WMAs with wildlife habitat and security as top priorities. Deer, elk, pronghorn, bighorn sheep and a many other wildlife depend on habitat that WMAs provide. Public access and a variety of recreation activities are allowed on many WMAs during much of the year. However, public access is prohibited during seasonal closures to provide security for wildlife during times of stress and reduced forage in winter and spring. Most WMAs are closed to public access from Dec. 2 to noon on May 15. Dates may vary, depending on the site. For a list of access opportunities on WMAs, visit go.usa.gov/xu877 . As more people go afield to look for shed antlers and enjoy other recreation opportunities, it’s important to follow these practices: Abide by seasonal closures, travel plan restrictions, regulations for motorized travel and other rules in place for public lands. Contact the respective land management agency for the areas you plan to visit for more information. Obtain a state recreational use license—available anywhere hunting and fishing licenses are sold—before recreating on state school trust lands. A conservation license only covers hunting and fishing activities on these lands. Always obtain permission before accessing private lands. Block Management areas are not open to shed hunting without landowner permission. Montana is bear country, and recreationists should always be prepared a bear encounter. Carry bear spray and follow other guidelines found at go.usa.gov/xu87F . Responsible and ethical recreation helps ensure continued access to the places Montanans enjoy.

You’re Invited to Montana Western's 15th Annual Research Symposium This two-day event will be held on Friday, April 29 and Saturday, April 30, 2022, in the Swysgood Technology Center Great Room on the UMW campus and will feature research posters and oral presentations of Montana Western student theses, internships, and other scholarly work. Please join us in person or view the livestream on the UMW Learning Center’s YouTube channel: April 29: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Ap9ps7xKGQ April 30: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80yOpl-wx24 Schedule of Events Friday, April 29th 3:15-4:00 pm……………………………… Symposium Preparation and Poster Setup 4:00-6:00 pm………………………………………………… Oral Presentation Session 6:10-7:10 pm…………………………Poster Session and Hors D’oeuvres 7:20-8:20 pm…………………………………………………………....Keynote Lecture “Why Should I Care? The Importance of Basic Research for Understanding the World in Which We Live” Dr. Bradley Wood, the University of Montana 8:20 pm…………………………………………………………………...……..Reception Saturday, April 30th Breakfast is provided 9:30 – 11:00 am……………………………………………….Oral Presentation Session 11:00-12:30 pm…………………… Poster Session and Provided Lunch 12:30 – 2:00 pm……………………………………………....Oral Presentation Session For more information about the Research Symposium, please contact UMW Professor of Biology, Dr. Michael Morrow: michael.morrow@umwestern.edu or 406-683-7254.

Keith Curtis RMSHA Year end Points results: 2022 season 21 - 1st place finishes 14 - King titles 7X King of Kings World record 5- Year End Points Championship Sam Peterson: RMSHA Year end Points results: 1st- 700 Improved 2nd- 700 stock 3rd- open stock 4th- 900 stock Toby Shepard RMSHA Year end Points results: 600 Mod - 1st 700 Mod - 2nd Tiffany McWilliams RMSHA Year end Points results: Women Stock - 5th Women 700 Stock - 2nd Women Improved Stock - 3rd Women Modified - 5th Caden Morrisroe RMSHA Year end Points results: Juniors 12-13 Class - 1st

April 29, 2021 12:00 P.M. NOON SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE A. MAYOR’S REPORT a. Approve April 28, 2022 Committee Meeting Minutes i. Approve Line Item Budget Report March 2022 ii. Approve Fund Summary for claims for March 2022 iii. Approve Claims by Vendor Report for March 2022 iv. Approve Budget vs Actual Report for March 2022 B. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS OF SIGNIFICANT PUBLIC INTEREST NOT ON THE AGENDA AND WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE CITY C. ADJOURNMENT PLEASE NOTE: The City of Dillon understands that citizens have the right under the Montana Constitution to observe and participate in local governmental affairs by personally attending all public meetings of the Dillon City Council and other City boards and committees. For those who are cautious about physically attending, a Zoom link is available. Join the meeting with Zoom ID: 770- 316-6528, allowing permission for mic and camera (if using a computer go to https://zoom.us/j/7703166528 ) and use Passcode 4245. Please mute your mic until you desire to comment. Any problems or questions, call City Hall at 683-4245.

BEAVERHEAD COUNTY/CITY BOARD OF HEALTH Commissioners’ Board Room, County Courthouse Dillon, Montana 59725 12:00 P.M. Thursday, April 28, 2022 (Lunch at 11:30 for Board Members) Call meeting to order ~ Establish Quorum  Reports 1. Public Health Report/Update – Sue Hansen 2. Environmental Health Report – Tom Wagenknecht & Joyce Pollastro 3. DES Report/Update – Tom Wagenknecht 4. Tobacco Prevention Report – Erin Montgomery 5. Alcohol/Drug Prevention Report – Kim Martinell 6. Hospital Report/Update – Carol Kennedy 7. Veterinary Report/Update – Charlotte Quist and/or Ben Abbey DISCUSSION and/or ACTION ITEMS  Old Business  Approval of March 25, 2022 Minutes  BOH Authority Update – Chairman Rice  COVID Update / Questions – Sue Hansen  New Business  Public Discussion/Comments on Subjects Under BOH Jurisdiction Not on Agenda  Meeting Schedule ~ Next meeting Tentatively July 22, 2022 – Town of Lima Hosting  Adjourn the meeting

FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING ~ AGENDA ~ Thursday, April 28, 2022 3:00 P.M. 1. Approval of April 2022 Claims 2. Public Comment on Items of Significant Public Interest Not on The Agenda And Within The Jurisdiction of The City 3. Adjournment Committee Members: Don Hand, Chairperson Dan Nye Russ Schwandt

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reminds anglers of new fishing regulations that are in effect for the Big Hole and Beaverhead rivers. The Fish and Wildlife Commission adopted the new regulations last year to help preserve existing brown trout in the two rivers, where populations have declined in some reaches in recent years. Anglers should consult the complete list of regulations for these and other waterbodies in the current fishing regulations booklets, which can be found at fwp.mt.gov and anywhere fishing licenses are sold. Some of the regulations for the Big Hole River include: From Dickie Bridge to the mouth, artificial lures and single-pointed hooks only. No treble or double hooks. Anglers may remove treble or double hooks from the lure and replace them with a single hook, or the shanks may be cut off to leave a single hook. Lures with multiple hook attachments may still be used, but any treble hook must be replaced by a single hook. From Dickie Bridge to the Bureau of Land Management’s Maiden Rock Boat Launch, brown trout fishing is catch-and-release only, and rainbow trout fishing is catch-and-release only from Dec. 1 to the third Saturday in May. From the BLM Maiden Rock Boat Launch to Brownes Bridge Fishing Access Site, fishing is open only from April 1 through Sept. 30. Fishing for brown trout in this reach is catch-and-release only. From Brownes Bridge FAS to the mouth, brown trout fishing is catch-and-release only, and rainbow trout fishing is catch-and-release only from Dec. 1 to the third Saturday in May. Some of the regulations for the Beaverhead River include: The same regulations on artificial lures and single-pointed hooks mentioned above apply to the entire Beaverhead River. In the entire Beaverhead River, rainbow trout harvest is limited to one daily and in possession, and brown trout fishing is catch-and-release only. From Clark Canyon Dam to Pipe Organ Bridge, fishing is open only from the third Saturday in May through Oct. 31. For more information, visit fwp.mt.gov/fish/regulations .