From tags sales to general season openers, there’s a lot happening in Idaho during April 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 you should know to help you plan.
APRIL 2025
4/1 – OPEN: Moose, bighorn sheep, and mountain goat application period (Learn more)
4/8 – OPEN: Youth general turkey season
4/15 – CLOSED: Application period for F&G Commission Community Challenge Grants (Learn more)
4/15 – OPEN: General black bear/turkey season in most of the state
4/15 – Commission Meeting Conference Call at 9 a.m. MDT
4/26 – OPEN: Spring Chinook salmon fishing (Learn more)
4/30 – CLOSED: Moose, bighorn sheep, and mountain goat application period
Note: Hunters, anglers and trappers should always double check the seasons and rules booklets to confirm opening and closing dates, as well as restrictions and rules pertaining to individual species.
