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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (3-24-2026)
Steelhead angler effort continued to consolidate towards the Pahsimeroi and Sawtooth fish hatcheries last week. Angler effort was noticeably lower in all areas below Elk Bend, while it increased again upstream of the East Fork Salmon River. Angler effort near the Pahsimeroi River started off the week strong but then declined considerably towards the end of the week due to poor river conditions.
Idaho Fish and Game investigating fish loss at Kiwanis Park Pond in Lewiston
Idaho Fish and Game is currently investigating a fish loss event at Kiwanis Park Pond in Lewiston, where approximately 150 of the 900 recently stocked fish were found dead two days following release.
Fish and Game lifting Boise River WMA closure on April 1
Idaho Fish and Game will lift the all-entry closure to the Boise Front segment of Boise River WMA on April 1. The decision to lift the access closure roughly two weeks early comes in response to the recent warm weather and an exceptionally mild winter.
Idaho and Utah fish and wildlife agencies to provide Bear Lake fishery updates at public meeting on April 8
Fisheries staff from the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources will share updates on the Bear Lake fishery, as well as work plans for 2026, at an upcoming public meeting.
Idaho Fish and Game to do second fish survey in the Snake River below American Falls Reservoir
On March 24 and 26, Idaho Fish and Game’s Southeast Region will be surveying fish populations and tagging trout on the Snake River below American Falls Dam. Efforts like these help inform management decisions moving forward.
Little Camas Reservoir and Mormon Reservoir trout stocking will not occur in 2026
Hatchery trout stocking operations will not occur at Mormon Reservoir and Little Camas Reservoir for the 2026 season due to low water levels. Hatchery trout originally intended for Mormon and Little Camas Reservoirs will be stocked elsewhere in the Magic Valley Region to provide additional opportunity for anglers.
These instructor-led hunter education courses are coming up in Southwest Idaho
With the controlled hunt application period fast approaching, now is the time to complete hunter education so that you're certified and ready to apply between May 1 and June 5. Luckily, our instructors have you covered in the Southwest Region. Sign up for a course today.
Applications for F&G Commission Community Challenge Grants are due by April 30
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission's Community Challenge Grant program is open for applications March 23 through April 30. Grants provide competitive funding for officially recognized nonprofit organizations to implement projects that are broadly supported by the local sporting community and enhance fish and wildlife habitat, populations, or associated recreational opportunities.
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