F&G opens opportunity to comment on multiple proposed negotiated rulemaking changes

Idaho Fish and Game as opened the opportunity to comment on multiple proposed negotiated rulemaking changes, including Public Use of Lands Owned or Controlled by the Department of Fish and Game and Rules for Selecting, Operating, Discontinuing, and Suspending Vendors. The comment period for these chapters is open through May 28th.

Wolf trapper education course offered in Salmon June 14

A wolf trapper education course will be offered in Salmon on Saturday, June 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Idaho Fish and Game office located at 99 Highway 93 North. Students will learn about wolf management, wolf trapping regulations and ethics, wolf habits and behavior, avoiding non-target captures, proper techniques, pelt care, and reporting requirements. Anyone intending to trap wolves in Idaho must attend a wolf trapper education course prior to purchasing wolf trapping tags.

10 tips for taking kids fishing

From the fresh air to the excitement of feeling a tug on your line, fishing provides the perfect excuse to spend together-time outdoors. Plus, introducing young children to the sport, which may seem daunting for some, is actually easy with a little planning.

Spring Chinook Salmon Fishing Update 5/13/2025: Rapid River Run, Hells Canyon, and Clearwater River Fisheries

Upcoming instructor-led hunter education classes in the Magic Valley

F&G Commission meeting May 21-22 in Idaho Falls

The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet May 21 and 22 at Fish and Game’s Upper Snake Region office in Idaho Falls. A public hearing will begin on May 21 at 7 p.m. MDT at the same location.

Memorial Day weekend is the perfect chance to spend the holiday at a new (or tried-and-true) fishing destination

Memorial Day weekend is finally upon us, and for a lot of Idahoans, the weekend leading up to May 26 marks the kickoff to fishing season. That's right. Whether you’re a first-time fisher or a seasoned angler, Memorial Day weekend fishing offers up a whole slew of fishing opportunities across the state, and Idaho Fish and Game’s hatchery crews are stocking about 390,000 trout in May.

F&G Commission modifies spring Chinook salmon seasons on Clearwater River drainage

During its May 13 conference call, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved modifications to the spring Chinook salmon fishing seasons due to the numbers of actual returning adult Chinook salmon over Bonneville Dam exceeding the preseason forecast.