Area residents should be aware that they may see low flying helicopters over areas within Game Management Units 11, 13, 14, and 18 in the near future

Idaho Fish and Game will be conducting aerial survey and capture operations between December 6-15. The public may observe low flying helicopters in Game Management Units 11, 13, 14, and 18. The purpose of these operations is to radio collar bighorn sheep to monitor movement patterns and survival and to survey mule deer to gain a better understanding of herd productivity.

Southeast Region Winter Feeding Advisory Committee to meet Dec. 9

The Winter Feeding Advisory Committee in the Southeast Region is composed of five local citizens from around the region whose input helps to inform Fish and Game’s winter feeding decisions.

Statewide trout stocking highlights for December 2025

Many of Idaho’s lakes and ponds are soon going to be bolstered with Idaho Fish and Game stocking over 4,500 catchable-sized rainbow trout this December. We asked our Fish and Game hatchery staff to boil down some of the most notable stocking highlights coming to your local fishery this month.

Important dates to help plan your December

From tag draws to season closers, there’s a lot happening in Idaho next month that you should be aware of. Staying in the loop can be the difference between applying for that coveted controlled hunt tag and watching from the sidelines. Be sure to stay up to date on all Fish and Game happenings. Here are some important dates to help you plan for the month.

MK Nature Center's Bird Seed Sale fundraiser runs Dec. 5-6

MK Nature Center's annual Bird Seed Sale fundraiser is Dec. 5-6 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Proceeds from this event benefit educational programs and day-to-day operations at the nature center. 

Deer population surveys near Salmon and Challis to begin soon

Beginning in early December, Idaho Fish and Game staff will take to the air to get a closer look at deer numbers, including several low-level helicopter surveys planned in the Salmon and Challis areas. The flights will be completed in big game management units 21, 21A, 29, 37, 37A, and are expected to take a week if the weather permits.

Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (12-02-2025)

Turn in Lake Pend Oreille fishing logbooks by Dec. 12 for a chance to win prizes and swag

The logbook submission period has ended, so be sure to turn in your completed logbook by Dec. 12 to receive your free raffle entry and a chance to win some great prizes.