Press Releases and Articles
Steelhead are coming to the Boise River on Nov. 21
| idfg-bpearson
Treasure Valley residents, it’s official: You can go ahead and dust off your steelhead fishing gear. Fish are coming to the Boise River on Friday, Nov. 21.
“After two weeks of trapping at Hells Canyon Dam, we have met broodstock needs for the hatchery and have enough steelhead on hand for a stocking event… more
Don't let a lack of gear stop you from waterfowl hunting
| idfg-bpearson
Waterfowl hunting has a reputation for being expensive, but hunters don’t need to shell out tons of money on a boat or a truckload of waterfowl gear to be successful. That’s especially true in a state with as much public land as Idaho.
Jump shooting is a low-cost option for public land hunts, but it is not the… more
Wasted deer near Slate Creek
| idfg-jbruns
On the weekend of November 8-9, person(s) entered private property on the west-side of Salmon River near Slate Creek without permission in order to kill a mature mule deer. Only the head, cape, and back straps were retrieved leaving the majority of the animal to waste.
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (11-12-2025)
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for November 12, 2025, and the data discussed in this report were collected from November 3 through November 9.
The Upper Salmon River steelhead fishery was busy again last week with many anglers on the water. Most anglers were observed… more
Anglers: Expect changes at American Falls Reservoir, the Snake River below, and Walcott Reservoir
| idfg-pkennedy
Persistent drought has stressed popular fisheries in southeastern and eastern Idaho, setting up tougher trout fishing in 2026. Despite adequate high-elevation snowpack last winter, warm valley temperatures limited lower-elevation accumulation.
Spring and summer brought little additional moisture, and… more
F&G officers seek information on multiple wildlife waste incidents in Unit 33
| idfg-bpearson
Idaho Fish and Game is seeking the public’s help in gathering information regarding three separate cases of wasted wildlife that occurred recently in Unit 33.
The first incident occurred around October 24 in the Lightning Creek drainage north of Crouch, where a mule deer buck was shot and only the head was taken… more
F&G Commission meeting Nov. 19-20 in Lewiston
| idfg-cliess
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet Nov. 19 and 20 at Fish and Game’s Clearwater Region office at 3316 16th St. in Lewiston. A public hearing will be held the night of Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. PST at the same location. Those wishing to speak to the Commission during the public hearing will have a three-minute time… more
F&G removes food-conditioned black bears in Teton County
| idfg-jbrower
On Nov. 4, Fish and Game responded to reports of a black bear sow and three cubs that had been frequenting a Teton County neighborhood for over a month. The bears repeatedly received food rewards from unsecured garbage and other attractants, which prompted them to spend much of their time in yards and around homes. Due… more
Fish and Game thanks the public for their help on recent case in the Panhandle
| idfg-tjross
On Oct. 14, Idaho Fish and Game requested the public’s help in identifying individuals captured on a motion-activated camera who were suspected of involvement in wildlife crimes in the Coeur d’Alene area.
Thanks to numerous tips from the public, Fish and Game conservation officers conducted an investigation… more
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (11-04-2025)
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for November 4, 2025, and the data discussed in this report were collected from October 27 through November 2.
Steelhead angler effort on the Upper Salmon River remained high last week with most bank anglers choosing to fish downstream of North… more
Magic Valley Winter Feeding Advisory Committee to meet November 12
| idfg-Kenzie.Baratti
Magic Valley Winter Feeding Advisory Meeting
Date: Wednesday. November 12, 2025, 6 p.m. MST
Address: Idaho Department of Fish and Game, Magic Valley Regional Office, 324 S 417 E Jerome, ID 83338
Winter Feeding Advisory Committees assist the Department with assessing winter conditions and make… more
Two-year investigation leads to multiple convictions for wildlife violations in Twin Falls County
| idfg-Kenzie.Baratti
A two-year investigation led by Idaho Fish and Game Conservation Officers in the Magic Valley Region has resulted in multiple convictions and significant restitution following the discovery of unlawfully taken wildlife in southern Idaho.
In October 2023, Idaho Fish and Game Conservation Officers identified… more
Deadline to apply for Citizens Shooting Range Advisory Committee is Nov. 10
| idfg-cliess
Deadline alert! Idaho Fish and Game is seeking a volunteer representative to serve on the Citizen Shooting Range Advisory Committee (CAC). This is a two-year term, with potential reappointment at the discretion of the Fish and Game Director.
The committee consists of seven members—one from each Fish and… more
2025 North Idaho Bear Fair draws hundreds of residents eager to learn about living safely in bear country
| idfg-tjross
The 2025 North Idaho Bear Fair took place on Sept. 27 at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, continuing its tradition as one of the region’s most popular wildlife education events. This year’s fair drew nearly 400 attendees from across North Idaho eager to learn how to safely live and recreate in bear country.
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F&G wildlife technician films mountain lion encounter in Owyhees
| idfg-bpearson
Idaho Fish & Game staff get to do some extremely cool work in some of the most beautiful, wild places our state has to offer. The work our staff does in the field is critically important for monitoring and managing wildlife populations, but it can also be dangerous – as this video demonstrates.
Earlier this… more
Southwest Winter Feeding Advisory Committee will meet Nov. 10
| idfg-bpearson
Southwest Winter FeedingAdvisory Committee Meeting
Date: Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, at 1 p.m. MST
Address: Idaho Department of Fish and Game Southwest Regional Office: 15950 N Gate Boulevard Nampa, Idaho 83687
The Winter Feeding Advisory Committee is participating by a… more
Raise the Steaks: 5 tips and styles for processing your deer and elk meat a new way
| idfg-cliess
It’s hard to beat a well-prepped, perfectly cooked steak – especially after all the time and effort you spent hauling it out of the mountains. But other methods of preparation can be just as satisfying. All it takes is a little bit of work and some kitchen ingenuity.
Now, if you’re as devout a steak snob… more
Nonresident junior mentored license holders only need to apply for capped elk zones, here's how
| idfg-rphillips
Junior Mentored license holders only need to apply in the Nonresident Tag Drawing for general deer and elk tags if they are seeking a tag in a capped elk zone. Regular and white-tailed deer tags, and uncapped elk zone tags, will be available for nonresident junior mentored hunters to buy after the Nonresident Tag… more