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Chronic Wasting Disease Status in Idaho
CWD is not detected
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Big game controlled hunt application period runs May 1 through June 5
Hunters with a valid 2021 Idaho hunting license may apply for controlled hunts at any license vendor, Fish and Game office, or with a credit card online at license.gooutdoorsidaho.com or by calling 1-800-554-8685. Here is some new information that hunters should keep in mind for the upcoming controlled hunt application period.
Recent News
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The Complexities of Idaho's Bull Trout
Thursday, May 6, 2021 - 12:22 PM MDT
Idaho’s Bull Trout are dispersed across much of the state, ranging from the Canadian border all the way south to drainages such as the Boise River, Little Lost, and even the Jarbidge River which originates in Nevada. Here are the major life history types of Bull Trout in Idaho. -
Clearwater region 'Take Me Fishing trailer' is coming to a location near YOU!
Thursday, May 6, 2021 - 11:37 AM MDT
All fishing gear is supplied and is free and open to all ages. Come on by to cast a line! -
Boise Angler Sets Rod/Reel Carp Record
Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 5:16 PM MDT
Congratulations to Henry Charlier of Boise on landing a 34-pound common carp from the Snake River. Henry wrangled the lunker carp while fishing the stretch below CJ Strike Reservoir on May 3, 2021. The fish beats the previously-held record of 30.4 pounds, set by Alexander Veenstra last December. -
Weekly Salmon Fishing Update – May 5, 2021
Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 1:45 PM MDT
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Feeding big game animals does more harm than good
Tuesday, May 4, 2021 - 10:49 AM MDT
While they may look harmless, people need to recognize that big game animals are wild animals and can be unpredictable and dangerous. All too often, feeding big game results in bad outcomes for the animal, people, or both. Fish and Game asks the public not to feed big game, and that well-meaning people can actually help by not feeding them. -
What is this fish? Identifying some of the lesser-known species anglers catch in southwest Idaho
Tuesday, May 4, 2021 - 7:24 AM MDT
Here are some of the more commonly misidentified fish species swimming in the waters of southwest Idaho. -
Unusual spring conditions warrant early release of sockeye smolts from Sawtooth Hatchery
Monday, May 3, 2021 - 2:44 PM MDT
Idaho Fish and Game released more than 1 million sockeye smolts from Sawtooth Hatchery into the Upper Salmon River on April 30 after detecting some mortality due to high-intensity runoff. -
Hatchery highlights for May: Notable fish stockings throughout the state
Friday, April 30, 2021 - 1:47 PM MDT
Fish stocking is in full swing as the weather continues to warm up across the state. About 420,000 catchable sized rainbow trout are headed to Idaho waters in May – nearly twice as many as April. -
Clearwater Region waters to be stocked with trout in May
Thursday, April 29, 2021 - 11:38 AM MDT
Fish and Game staff will be stocking nearly 44,000 catchable-size (10 to 12 inch) rainbow trout at the following locations around the Clearwater Region this May. -
Panhandle Region waters to be stocked with trout in May
Thursday, April 29, 2021 - 9:04 AM MDT
Fish and Game staff will be stocking over 33,000 catchable-size (10 to 12 inch) rainbow trout at several locations across the Panhandle Region this May. Time to grab your family and head out for a fun filled day of fishing!
