Annual South Fork Clearwater River Localized Broodstock Collection Program Starts Feb. 2
By spawning fish that have successfully migrated and returned to the South Fork, the program seeks to enhance a steelhead population more locally adapted to the South Fork. This program provides a great way for anglers to engage and contribute to a more robust, localized steelhead population in the South Fork Clearwater River.
F&G to host spring/summer Chinook salmon public meetings in February
Idaho Fish and Game will be hosting four public meetings for anglers to provide comments and opinions for spring/summer Chinook salmon fisheries. The meetings are slated for February, are free to attend, and (best of all) complimentary pizza and beverages will be provided.
Henrys Lake angler hoists new state record trout out of ice
Most anglers that wind up atop the Idaho state record fish leaderboards do so out of pure luck. But Robert Gregory’s story goes a little different. The mere act of even catching a Yellowstone cutthroat is a bucket list for many anglers.
Rainbow trout stocking schedule for February 2026 in the Magic Valley Region
Hatchery personnel from Fish and Game’s Magic Valley Region will be stocking approximately 6,400 10-12” catchable-sized rainbow trout in February. The stocking date and numbers of fish are approximate.
River Otter Season Closure – Clearwater Region
In accordance with regulations, the otter trapping season for the entire region will close 72 hours after the quota is met, at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, January 30, 2026.
New property acquisition expands Tex Creek WMA by 280 acres
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved the purchase of 280 acres during its November meeting, expanding the Tex Creek Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in eastern Idaho.
Timber harvest planned to improve wildlife habitat and forest health at Farragut Wildlife Management Area
A multi-benefit forest management timber harvest is scheduled to begin soon at the Farragut Wildlife Management Area and will be completed as quickly as possible.
Idaho Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant application period open Feb. 1 through April 30
The Idaho Fish and Wildlife Foundation is accepting applications for its 2026 grants cycle. The grants program provides funding on a competitive basis to nonprofit organizations and government agencies. Grants up to $10,000 per project are available.
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