facilities near Malta, Montana. In cooperation with the province of 

 Saskatchewan, Canada, Walleye pike and great northern pike eggs 

 were hatched and distributed in water suitable for these SF>ecies in 

 the eastern half of Montana. 



DISTRIBUTION 



The fish distribution in Montana follows along with the planting 

 program. Small units operated by each hatchery carry the major 

 portion of the distribution load. However, for use in Montana 2 large 

 two-ton distribution units are detailed to various hatcheries to aid in 

 their distribution program. These units have a capacity of from 35C 

 to 600 pounds of live fish per load and are kept in first class condi- 

 tion at all times so no fish losses may result during transit. The dis- 

 tribution of fish starts in the spring of the year after the ice breaks 

 up, and continues through September. Fish distribution as to numbers, 

 species and hatcheries will be found on a separate page in the biennial 

 report. 



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