Press Releases and Articles
New Fish and Game study underway on largemouth bass in Coeur d’Alene’s Chain Lakes
| idfg-tjross
Idaho Fish and Game has launched a new study to better understand largemouth bass populations in the eight Chain Lakes connected to Coeur d’Alene Lake. The project was developed through ongoing conversations and collaboration with local bass anglers and bass fishing groups.
THE HELLS CANYON WHITE STURGEON POPULATION
| idfg-jdupont
Hi everybody. Before I retire, I wanted to leave you with one last blog about my favorite fish, the White Sturgeon. I felt it was important to write this last blog because the Hells Canyon White Sturgeon population is facing some serious challenges that I want you all to be aware of. Even though this blog is quite long… more
Fill every crevice of your freezer by hunting these small game species this winter
| idfg-cliess
Small game hunting through winter is a great way for hunters young and old to develop their skills and confidence without breaking the bank. You don’t need specialized or expensive gear to hunt them, just a .22 long rifle and/or any shotgun, warm clothes, and boots suitable for hiking. The skills learned while… more
Henrys Lake Newsletter – Winter 2025
| idfg-jbrower
Henrys Lake anglers, let’s get you caught up on recent happenings, the latest population survey, the 2025 stocking report, and much more! We’ve been busy this season, and there’s a lot to share. First off, I want to give a public shoutout to my Henrys Lake seasonal crew this year, Josh Pluid (middle in the above… more
Why stock sterile fish?
| idfg-bmartin
Many of the trout the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) stocks into Idaho’s streams, lakes, and reservoirs cannot reproduce. Stocking sterile trout in these locations is an intentional management action. The most commonly stocked sterile fish in Idaho is Rainbow Trout. We stock triploid Rainbow Trout, meaning… more
Look no further for the perfect Christmas gift for the wildlife lover on your list
| idfg-jbruns
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for the person that has everything? How about getting them a new home….for the birds in their backyard! At Idaho Fish and Game, we have bird houses for bluebirds/tree swallows and wrens/chickadees on hand to fill your Christmas shopping cart. At just $10 apiece,… more
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
| idfg-jbruns
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… more
Big game surveys and capture operations to occur in December and early January throughout the Magic Valley Region
| idfg-Kenzie.Baratti
Over the next several weeks wildlife biologists from Idaho Fish and Game’s Magic Valley Region will be flying mule deer herd composition surveys and capture operations across many of the region’s game management units.
Area residents should be aware that they may see the survey helicopter flying low… more
Southeast Region Winter Feeding Advisory Committee to meet Dec. 9
| idfg-jjackson
Members of the Southeast Region Winter Feeding Advisory Committee (WFAC) will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 6:30 p.m. to assist Idaho Fish and Game with the assessment of winter conditions and observations related to big game animals (movements, depredations, activity on roadways, body conditions, mortalities) in the… more
Statewide trout stocking highlights for December 2025
| idfg-cliess
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. Wondering if the stocking trucks are going to be backing up to your favorite fishing hole? We asked our Fish and Game hatchery staff to boil down some of the most… more
Important dates to help plan your December
| idfg-cliess
From tag draws to season closers, there’s a lot happening in Idaho this December 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… more
MK Nature Center's Bird Seed Sale fundraiser runs Dec. 5-6
| idfg-sfocht
The MK Nature Center will host its 19th annual bird seed sale fundraiser Dec. 5-6 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at 600 S. Walnut St. in Boise next to Idaho Fish and Game Headquarters. Come and buy food for your favorite backyard birds and help fund educational programs, and day-to-day operations at the nature center.… more
Deer population surveys near Salmon and Challis to begin soon
| idfg-mdemick
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 purpose is to gather abundance and herd composition information that helps game managers understand… more
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (12-02-2025)
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for December 2, 2025, and the data discussed in this report were collected from November 24 through November 30.
Although fewer steelhead anglers were observed along the Upper Salmon River last week, the fishing remained good. Most bank anglers… more
Turn in Lake Pend Oreille fishing logbooks by Dec. 12 for a chance to win prizes and swag
| idfg-tjross
If you are an angler participating in the angler science program on Lake Pend Oreille, thank you for investing your time and effort into helping Idaho Fish and Game manage the lake’s world-class rainbow trout fishery.
Farragut Shooting Range Center announces updated days and hours of operation
| idfg-tjross
Beginning in Dec., the Farragut Shooting Range Center will adopt updated days and hours of operation. The adjustments reflect recent patterns in public use and are intended to help Idaho Fish and Game make the best use of staff and financial resources required to operate the facility.
The range will be closed… more
Seasonal motorized closures and habitat work aim to secure the future of the Teton Canyon elk and deer herds
| idfg-jbrower
Idaho Fish and Game, in cooperation with the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) and multiple private landowners, is implementing a seasonal motorized travel restriction on all BOR properties in the Teton Canyon Complex beginning Dec. 1 through April 15. These efforts are part of a holistic, long-term plan to maintain a… more
Idaho Fish and Game seeking comments on its Draft Strategic Plan
| idfg-rphillips
Idaho Fish and Game is seeking comments on a draft update to the IDFG Strategic Plan. The plan was last updated in 2015 and serves as the roadmap to chart the goals, strategies, objectives and actions the department uses to achieve the IDFG mission. Much has changed in Idaho since 2015, so it’s important for those… more