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The Montana Fish & Wildlife Conservation Trust was established by the U.S. Congress in 1998, funded by proceeds from the sale of cabin sites on Canyon Ferry Reservoir that had previously been leased from the Federal government.

Our Purpose:

Restore and conserve wildlife habitat

Restore and conserve fisheries habitat, including riparian habitat

Enhance public hunting, fishing and recreational opportunities

Improve public access to public lands.

Have a project that aligns with the Montana Fish & Wildlife Conservation Trust? You may be eligible to apply for a grant.

Recent News

Montana Fish & Wildlife Conservation Trust Joint Board to Meet June 24, 2026

The Joint Federal-State Board of the Montana Fish & Wildlife Conservation Trust will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday June 24, 2026. The meeting will be held at Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, 1420 E. 6th in Helena, MT in the front conference room. The meeting will begin at 1:30 pm. Agenda topics will include …
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Request for Public Comments

Projects Submitted for Funding to the Montana Fish and Wildlife Conservation Trust The Montana Fish and Wildlife Conservation Trust requests public comments on project proposals submitted for funding by the Trust. The Montana Fish & Wildlife Conservation Trust was established by the US Congress, funded by proceeds from the sale of federally leased cabin sites …
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