Boating Safety

Be a safe boater. Learn more about personal flotation devices (PFDs), personal watercraft usage, and safety classes.

Boating Laws

Know the Montana Boating Laws. Learn about the rules for operating a boat in Montana.

Boat Decals

Attention all boaters! Before you set sail or launch your boat or personal water craft this year, make sure you have your new boat-validation decals. The new green decals, replace the old red ones. The new decals are valid through Feb. 28, 2011. Get yours from any FWP office or click here to purchase online. Validation decals ordered here will be delivered by mail. Click here for more information or call FWP at (406) 444-2535.

Aquatic Invasive Species

Montanans and visitors need to be aware that aquatic diseases and invasive species can easily spread from one water body to the other. Anglers, boaters and their equipment can transport these pests. It takes only one mistake to infest a new area. Learn more about protecting Montana's waters and native aquatic species.

"Discovering Montana's Ecosystems" is a fun and exciting way for learners of all ages to Discover , Explore , Conserve and Learn about our natural landscapes! The site includes information about flora (plants) and fauna (fish & wildlife); FWP sites; People Doing Good Work; and activities that teach about food chains, classification, adaptations, and human impacts.

The site is designed to provide educators of upper elementary and middle school students with a learning module to assist their students in attaining specific Montana science curriculum standards.