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Yellowstone Wardens - Episode Guide

Season 1

The Big Bully

Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: Jan 15, 2023

The Big Bully

As wardens attempt to catch a convicted game violator, another case forces them to work late into the night. Region four officers spring into action when a thousand-pound bully stirs up trouble.

Warden Scramble

Episode: 1x02 | Airdate: Jan 22, 2023

Warden Scramble

Region 1 wardens are left speechless after witnessing a squatter on public land and are on high alert during the annual Yellowstone River Boat Float. During the pursuit of an upland game, a licence check comes up empty and the wardens scramble.

Red, White and Big Game

Episode: 1x03 | Airdate: Jan 29, 2023

Red, White and Big Game

During 4th of July celebrations, Veteran Region 5 wardens use their sixth sense to bring game violators to justice; the blazing heat wave and the free-flowing alcohol creates a dangerous situation for the wardens.

Hunting Season Hustle

Episode: 1x04 | Airdate: Feb 5, 2023

Hunting Season Hustle

During Montana's antler shed hunting season, the wardens are kept on their toes while locating bears, mountain lions and lost hunters; warden Bryan Golie questions an angler in search of the truth.

A Buck's Blood

Episode: 1x05 | Airdate: Feb 19, 2023

A Buck's Blood

While on duty, wardens go an extra mile during an investigation, which leads to an unexpected outcome; in Whitefish, Mont., Region 1 wardens join forces to uncover the culprit responsible for slaying more than 20 deer.

Protecting Montana's Wild

Episode: 1x06 | Airdate: Feb 26, 2023

Protecting Montana's Wild

The wardens of Region 1 and 3 set off to educate the public on Montana's aquatic invasive species population. Meanwhile, a tribute is made for one of Montana's honorary wardens.

A Hunter's Lie

Episode: 1x07 | Airdate: Mar 5, 2023

A Hunter's Lie

It's all hands-on-deck for the wardens when they handle decapitated deer and a poached trophy bull elk. Meanwhile, as a winter storm brews, wardens join forces in hot pursuit to catch a decoy shooter and a hunter caught in a web of lies.

Joy Ride Jeopardy

Episode: 1x08 | Airdate: Mar 12, 2023

Joy Ride Jeopardy

Wardens stumble upon a heated situation on the side of the road; Lesofski searches for the culprit behind an elk carcass; a riverside check station cites four minors under the influence; underage drivers are caught behind the wheel.

Season 2

Treasure State Secrets

Episode: 2x01 | Airdate: Jun 11, 2023

Treasure State Secrets

Wardens handle a man caught in a lie; a deer investigation reveals a history of game violations; wardens deploy a mission to find the culprit responsible for the decapitation of a trophy bull elk.

CSI Warden

Episode: 2x02 | Airdate: Jun 18, 2023

CSI Warden

The day takes a grim turn when wardens step into the world of CSI this week to determine where a deer was killed. Later, a poaching-loving family is finally going to trial after discovering their responsibility behind multiple animal deaths.

Zeroing In

Episode: 2x03 | Airdate: Jun 25, 2023

Zeroing In

Trouble arises for hunters when they dodge a routine game check. Later, another woodsman zeros in on warden Taylor, while Region 2 wardens uncover a huntress' secret.

Bear Country

Episode: 2x04 | Airdate: Jul 2, 2023

Bear Country

Wardens go on hot pursuit to catch a hunter who dodged a routine check. Later, drought conditions in Montana shut down hunting and fishing for the season, while a pack of pesky bears make their way into town.

Winter's Fury

Episode: 2x05 | Airdate: Jul 9, 2023

Winter's Fury

Warden Joe Kimble responds to the call when an illegal buck kill is reported. Meanwhile, tensions rise when warden Rick Smauch handles the heat of a reported fire, and Bryan Gollie goes up against the winter weather.

Responding to the Call

Episode: 2x06 | Airdate: Jul 16, 2023

Responding to the Call

Warden Chris Crane responds to the call to rescue a kayaker, while anglers are caught fishing in a prohibited area. Meanwhile, suspicions rise when wardens investigate the cause behind multiple mysterious deer deaths in Missoula Valley.

Open Season

Episode: 2x07 | Airdate: Jul 23, 2023

Open Season

Wardens are on high alert during Montana's opening day of hunting season. Meanwhile, wardens are determined to track down a grey pickup truck responsible for an illegal deer kill.

No Crime November

Episode: 2x08 | Airdate: Aug 6, 2023

No Crime November

Region 4 wardens have their hands full when a string of deer cases is reported to the station. Meanwhile, suspicions rise when wardens stop a truck full of Christmas trees at the beginning of November.

Wild and Wonderful Montana

Episode: 2x09 | Airdate: Aug 13, 2023

Wild and Wonderful Montana

The wardens go off-grid to explore and protect Montana's natural resources. Later, wardens investigate a string of suspicious illegal elk kills.

Elk Migration Mayhem

Episode: 2x10 | Airdate: Aug 20, 2023

Elk Migration Mayhem

In Montana, wardens gear up for the last week of hunting season. Later, wardens are on high alert during the beginning of the annual elk migration.

The Tough Call

Episode: 2x11 | Airdate: Aug 27, 2023

The Tough Call

In Montana, a team of wardens are confronted with bad decisions. Meanwhile, wardens go on hot pursuit to catch a group of hunters seen avoiding the check station.

A Warden Celebration

Episode: 2x12 | Airdate: Sep 3, 2023

A Warden Celebration

In Region 7, wardens are on a mission to catch illegal road hunters. Meanwhile, wardens celebrate a veteran warden by reminiscing on his career.

Season 3

You Gotta Calm Down

Episode: 3x01 | Airdate: Oct 22, 2023

You Gotta Calm Down

A warden tracks down a hunter on private property without the landowner's permission, while another warden keeps the peace as tempers flare over a misunderstanding. The annual Boat Float proves eventful when partygoers decide to break the law.

This Should Go Well…

Episode: 3x02 | Airdate: Oct 29, 2023

This Should Go Well…

Wardens come across some colourful characters when they set up a safety check along the river for boaters and rafters; the upcoming opening of the elk season leads to some hunters jumping the gun, with wardens chasing them down.

That's What I Shoulda Did

Episode: 3x03 | Airdate: Nov 5, 2023

That's What I Shoulda Did

Warden Lesofski tracks down hunters riding their ATV through farmers' crops; Warden Taylor investigates a claim of illegal hunting on private property; Warden Golie races to find a hunter disobeying a landowner's rules.

Sky-High Expectations

Episode: 3x04 | Airdate: Nov 12, 2023

Sky-High Expectations

Wardens Golie and Logan investigate the curious case of a dead deer, a young hunter eyes the moose of his dreams, and Warden Kambic tries to keep the peace between several hunters when an elk is shot against regulations.

Great Day to Be in Montana

Episode: 3x05 | Airdate: Nov 19, 2023

Great Day to Be in Montana

Warden Taylor keeps the peace between hunters and landowners; Warden Golie first gets to the bottom of a curious case and later is shocked by hunters' behavior; Warden Luepke has a teachable moment with hunters who harvest deer illegally.

Bad Boys, Bad Boys

Episode: 3x06 | Airdate: Nov 26, 2023

Bad Boys, Bad Boys

Warden Kuka catches a repeat offender in the act; Warden Holland finds that someone fishing without a license also has a warrant out for his arrest; Wardens Taylor and Burroughs use an elk decoy to entice hunters.

Overtime Pay

Episode: 3x07 | Airdate: Dec 3, 2023

Overtime Pay

Warden Taylor looks into hunters reported on a property without the landowner's permission; Warden Burroughs makes a tough decision when deer get their antlers stuck during a fight; Wardens Holland and Taylor investigate elk hunters harassing a herd.

How (Not) to Drive a Jet Boat

Episode: 3x08 | Airdate: Dec 10, 2023

How (Not) to Drive a Jet Boat

Wardens patrol the crowded rivers, only to find a sunken jet boat and its unhappy driver; a warden stops out-of-state campers when he smells something out of the ordinary.

Operation: Antler Blitz

Episode: 3x09 | Airdate: Dec 17, 2023

Operation: Antler Blitz

Wardens crack down on illegal hunters of shed elk antlers; wardens Schwalm and Holland go out on the game range to look for signs of poachers; wardens assist with walleye spawning.

Season 4

Going to Jail in a Bikini?

Episode: 4x01 | Airdate: Mar 17, 2024

Going to Jail in a Bikini?

A group of litterbugs have more pressing charges to worry about when wardens catch them, and the Sheriff's office is forced to intervene in the situation; wardens find anglers fishing well past their legal limit.

Pull 'um Over

Episode: 4x02 | Airdate: Mar 24, 2024

Pull 'um Over

Wardens follow a group of out-of-state hunters illegally hunting elk; wardens raise awareness about snowmobile permits to people looking to take a ride.

Life Jackets Work Better When Worn

Episode: 4x03 | Airdate: Mar 31, 2024

Life Jackets Work Better When Worn

Wardens work double time saving capsized rafters during the annual Boat Float; a pair of young anglers lie about their fishing licenses.

I Didn't Shoot That Elk

Episode: 4x04 | Airdate: Apr 7, 2024

I Didn't Shoot That Elk

Wardens struggle to keep the peace after an elk is shot illegally.

If I Was a Bettin' Man

Episode: 4x06 | Airdate: Apr 21, 2024

If I Was a Bettin' Man

Officers question hunters who claim they weren't shooting from the road despite clear evidence to the contrary; an unlicensed bow hunter tries to bluff; hunters have a rough awakening when they realize they're on private property.

The Bear Necessities

Episode: 4x07 | Airdate: Apr 28, 2024

The Bear Necessities

Hunting for shed antlers leads to a near death experience; a game warden training session suddenly gets real; wardens visit a camp full of unruly hunters; wardens respond after an endangered grizzly bear is shot.

Unanswered Questions

Episode: 4x08 | Airdate: May 5, 2024

Unanswered Questions

A veterinarian who killed a bear out of season claims he did it in self-defense; the opening of waterfowl season brings hunters out in droves.

Season 5

The Hunt of a Lifetime

Episode: 5x01 | Airdate: Jul 7, 2024

The Hunt of a Lifetime

A warden locates a mysterious group of hunters at the end of a trail; the discovery of a coveted mule deer hunting tag leads to a memorable encounter; authorities are forced to ask tough questions after finding a large pile of wasted game birds.

What Is This Kid Doing?

Episode: 5x02 | Airdate: Jul 21, 2024

What Is This Kid Doing?

When the openings of both the bighorn sheep and archery elk hunting seasons overlap, wardens catch illegal hunters in the act.  Off-roaders cause some serious land damage.  On the 4th of July seemingly intoxicated boaters give wardens a difficult time.

Straight Up the Mountain

Episode: 5x03 | Airdate: Jul 28, 2024

Straight Up the Mountain

Wardens help rescue a hunter with a broken leg.  Hunters coming through a warden check station get into hot water after not telling the truth.

Case Closed

Episode: 5x04 | Airdate: Aug 4, 2024

Case Closed

When wildlife decoys are deployed across the state to catch poachers, the operation yields some surprising results.  A warden's trusted K9 helps unearth vital evidence.  An investigation into a moose and elk poaching case leads to a major takedown.

What's the Deal?

Episode: 5x05 | Airdate: Aug 11, 2024

What's the Deal?

Anglers find out that using too many poles will land them a hefty fine.

Montana Style

Episode: 5x06 | Airdate: Aug 18, 2024

Montana Style

Stories aren't adding up when wardens go to check if a group has valid fishing licenses.  Wardens confront anglers fishing in closed waters.  Wardens crack down on anglers during the limited paddlefish season.  Shed hunting season brings eager collectors out in droves.  A warden gathers biological information on a bear that's just been harvested.

Arresting Behavior

Episode: 5x07 | Airdate: Aug 25, 2024

Arresting Behavior

Wardens crack down on poachers who seem to be violating hunting laws for their own personal gain.  They face a unique challenge as these poachers have turned their illegal activities into a competitive game among themselves.

Lights, Camera, Elk-tion

Episode: 5x08 | Airdate: Sep 1, 2024

Lights, Camera, Elk-tion

Wardens track a bear trying to enter homes for food while also investigating illegal camera setups used to lure elk for hunting.  Their skills and dedication are tested.

Trespassers Beware

Episode: 5x09 | Airdate: Sep 8, 2024

Trespassers Beware

This time the Wardens are on the hunt as they combat a string of trespassing instances.  They fight to maintain order as they investigate unlawful entry and encounter hunters with illegal animal kills.

Caught in the Act

Episode: 5x10 | Airdate: Sep 15, 2024

Caught in the Act

Elk hunting season has begun and Wardens work hard to manage traffic chaos in the snow.  They use a decoy to catch law breaking hunters in the act.

Valley Poaching Assault

Episode: 5x11 | Airdate: Sep 22, 2024

Valley Poaching Assault

Wardens must be cautious as they release a trapped black bear back into the wild.  They pull together all their resources to stop illegal hunting in the valley.

Season 6

Seeley Lake Lies

Episode: 6x01 | Airdate: Oct 20, 2024

Seeley Lake Lies

Wardens ensure Seeley Lake safety, licenses, and halt illegal fishing.

Salmon Snaggers

Episode: 6x02 | Airdate: Oct 27, 2024

Salmon Snaggers

Wardens fight poaching, monitor salmon snagging, and dodge grizzlies.

Felonies and Fines

Episode: 6x03 | Airdate: Nov 3, 2024

Felonies and Fines

Wardens find a crime, patrol crowds, and see Captain Darrah retire.

Untagged and Ungutted

Episode: 6x04 | Airdate: Nov 10, 2024

Untagged and Ungutted

Wardens tackle lies, trespassers, and illegal deer shootings.

Operation Caviar

Episode: 6x05 | Airdate: Nov 17, 2024

Operation Caviar

Wardens enforce "Operation Caviar" with catch limits and spot checks.

Safety and Skills

Episode: 6x06 | Airdate: Nov 24, 2024

Safety and Skills

Wardens train and inspect boats for safety gear near Big Timber.

Wounded Deer Duty

Episode: 6x09 | Airdate: Dec 15, 2024

Wounded Deer Duty

Wardens tackle an elk violation and assist with a wounded deer.

Deploy the Decoy

Episode: 6x11 | Airdate: Dec 29, 2024

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In Region 2, wardens act on a tip about hunters harassing elk and illegally shooting from the road into private property. They also deploy a decoy elk to catch rule-breakers. Meanwhile, in Region 4, wardens respond to a tip about a deer stuck in the ice.

Catching the Antler Thieves

Episode: 6x13 | Airdate: Apr 13, 2025

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Wardens crack down on road hunters illegally collecting antlers for profit.

Tracking Trouble

Episode: 6x14 | Airdate: Apr 20, 2025

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Wardens navigate a dispute over a dead elk stolen by a grizzly; the shooting of a female elk.

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