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Application period for fall 2026 swan controlled hunt opens May 1
The application period to apply for fall 2026 swan controlled hunts in the Panhandle Region is May 1 through June 5. Successful controlled hunt applicants will be notified by July 10.
F&G provides hundreds of boating access sites and asks people to use them responsibly
Fish and Game spent $2.8 million in 2025 to operate, maintain, and improve fishing and boating access in Idaho. Access sites range from small parking lots for walk-in fishing to full-service recreation complexes that include boat ramps, docks, restrooms, large parking lots, campgrounds, lighting, and more.
Clearwater Region Spring Chinook Update 4/23/2026
Spring Chinook season opens April 25th, are you ready?
Youth Outdoor Skills Day event set for May 9, at Beaver Dick Park
Idaho Fish and Game is once again hosting its annual Youth Outdoor Skills Day event. Come join in on the fun Saturday, May 9th, at Beaver Dick Park on Highway 33 from 9am-2pm.
Catchable rainbow trout returned to Long Gulch Pond!
Long Gulch Pond is a great pit stop on your next scenic road trip along the Salmon River corridor and one of just a few community ponds stocked in Idaho county.
Look, don't touch: Despite good intentions, 'rescuing' baby wildlife can lead to bad outcomes
In the spring when wildlife baby boom is at its peak, you may have the good fortune to observe a nest of birds or a litter of young mammals with no adult in sight. Enjoy the sight, but remember it is best to leave young wildlife alone.
Lake Pend Oreille “State of the Lake” video now available ahead of April 22 open house
The Lake Pend Oreille “State of the Lake” informational video is now available online. Visit the Lake Pend Oreille Fisheries website to watch it. Those planning to attend the April 22 open house are encouraged to watch the video in advance and come prepared with questions, comments or concerns.
F&G seeks grants to repair Winchester Dam
At its most recent meeting, the Fish and Game Commission authorized agency staff to move forward with grant applications aimed at offsetting the estimated $2.8 million to $3.6 million in rehabilitation costs.
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