OUTDOORS: Shane Reno named Montana FWP Region 6 Captain

Montana FWP

There have been quite a few changes in Fish, Wildlife and Parks’ Region 6 law enforcement in the last few months, but there are still the usual familiar faces. The shifting around began when Ron Howell, who had a been the warden captain at the regional headquarters in Glasgow for four years, accepted a position in Helena as the Assistant Chief of Enforcement.

Shane Reno, who had been the Region 6 warden sergeant for 13 years and a field warden for 15 before that, then stepped into the role of captain and will be based in Havre. Reno is originally from Belgrade and has been with FWP since 1992. Reno completed his studies at Eastern Montana College (now MSU-Billings) and has made Havre home ever since.

“I’m really excited to be in this new position,” Reno said. “We have a great region here with a hardworking squad of wardens. I look forward to continuing the excellent tradition of leading this group in protecting the resources of northeast Montana.”

Replacing Reno, Andy Matakis was hired as the new warden sergeant in Havre. Matakis has made Montana home since 2004, where he achieved a bachelor’s degree in animal science from Montana State University in Bozeman. He has been the Havre-area field warden since 2014. Matakis is eager to adjust to his new role as sergeant and is looking forward to the upcoming hunting season. In his off time, Andy enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking and exploring the abundant natural resources in central Montana.

Todd Tryan was hired for an additional sergeant position in Glasgow. Tryan, who is originally from Scobey, has been working for FWP as warden in the Glasgow area since 2008, where he was hired after fulfilling a warden trainee position. Following high school, Tryan enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. and served four years before pursuing a wildlife biology degree at the University of Montana. After serving with the Montana Army National guard, including a tour of Iraq, Tryan finished a biology degree at MSU-Northern in Havre.

Tryan, along with his wife Jamie and three kids, enjoys camping, boating and exploring the outdoor opportunities in Region 6. Tryan also pursues golfing, bowhunting and working with his lab Blue when he is not busy working.

Next up will be the hiring of two field wardens to replace Matakis and Tryan, and the regional enforcement will be back to full capacity. To get in touch with a warden in Region 6, call the local office in Havre, 265-6177, or Glasgow, 406-228-3700, or call 1-800-Tip Mont.