Press Releases and Articles
Public's Help Sought in Pronghorn Poaching Case
| idfg-eoneale
Fish and Game is asking the public for information regarding the recent poaching of a female pronghorn in hunt unit 38, just off of Cinder Butte Road in Elmore County. The doe was shot closed season during the last week of May, and no meat was taken. The doe recently gave birth to a fawn which was found alive in the… more
Spring Chinook Salmon Fishing Update 6/2/2020
| idfg-jdupont
Hi everybody, it is time for my weekly spring Chinook Salmon update (6/2/2020).
Run Size and Harvest Shares
The run of spring Chinook Salmon passing over Bonneville Dam that is destined for Idaho is pretty much done. A few more spring Chinook will continue to trickle past… more
Kokanee on a budget: No downriggers, no depth finder, no problem
| idfg-bpearson
When people think of kokanee fishing, many envision big boats with state-of-the-art electronics and multiple downriggers. For anglers who haven’t fished for kokanee before, but are interested in trying, this perception can make the barrier to entry seem expensive.
While these tools used by serious kokanee… more
Fish and Game relocates two yearling moose who visited two southern Idaho communities
| idfg-tthompson
Over the last weekend of May, local Fish and Game officials were kept busy when two yearling moose, one in Twin Falls and the other in Heyburn were found roaming in city neighborhoods. Local residents began reporting moose to area law enforcement, who worked alongside Fish and Game to locate and secure the areas to… more
Super Hunt: A father, a son and an unforgettable Idaho elk hunt
| idfg-bpearson
Super Hunt winners get the best of the best by being able to hunt any open hunt in Idaho for the species they draw, and keep hunting, general or controlled hunts, until they tag an animal. No license is needed to enter a Super Hunt drawing for either residents or nonresidents.
The second drawing will be for… more
Free Fishing Day is June 13, and here's what you need to know for a fun day of fishing
| idfg-rphillips
Free Fishing Day is June 13, and anyone can enjoy a day of fishing without a fishing license, but all other rules still apply.
Free Fishing Day is an Idaho tradition that usually includes Fish and Game employees and volunteers bringing fishing gear to various fishing spots and loaning… more
Hiker attacked by bear near Henrys Lake Outlet
| idfg-jbrower
The victim sustained injuries, but was able to walk out on his own. At around 5:30 p.m. he was transported by helicopter to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls. He was treated for his injuries and released.
Idaho Fish and Game along with Fremont County Deputies have secured the scene and are… more
Bonneville cutthroat trout broodstock program improves fishing in southeast Idaho
| idfg-rhillyard
Bonneville cutthroat trout (BCT) are one of 14 subspecies of cutthroat trout and unique to the southeast corner of the state. Cutthroat are popular among anglers for their tenacity and willingness to rise for a dry fly. The BCT is no exception and has notoriety among many trout anglers. The productive waters of… more
Fish stocking continues statewide, and here are some highlights for June
| idfg-bgrant
Idaho Fish and Game has continued stocking fish during COVID-19, and despite this being an abnormal year, most of Idaho's angling opportunities remain unchanged. Here's a sampling of some places that will get generous trout stockings during June.
To see more about what waters have been stocked,… more
The lower Boise River: Idaho’s urban fishery
| idfg-tdamico
The Boise River headwater streams originate in the Sawtooth Mountains. The North Fork Boise River, Middle Fork Boise River and South Fork Boise River all eventually make their way into Arrowrock Reservoir and then into Lucky Peak Reservoir. Below Lucky Peak Reservoir is considered the lower Boise River, which flows… more
Parking lot construction will begin early June on top of Eagle Creek Road
| idfg-jbruns
Parking lot construction will begin early as Monday, June 1st and will continue until June 15th on the large parking area at the intersection of Zaza and Eagle Creek Road.The parking area will be closed and motorists should anticipate heavy truck traffic and occassional delays. For those that would like to park and… more
Salmon Region waters to be stocked with trout in June
| idfg-mdemick
Even with COVID-19 concerns changing the way we are currently living, working, and recreating, you can still get outside for some fishing adventures. Just remember to follow public health recommendations for social distancing, even when outdoors.
Idaho Department of Fish and Game will stock over 31,… more
Restoring salmon habitat can prevent harmful floods
| idfg-jkeith
Salmon habitat restoration project on the Eagle Valley Ranch near Salmon, Idaho CAPTION: Salmon habitat restoration project on the Eagle Valley Ranch near Salmon, Idaho
Idaho Fish and Game biologists are applying techniques to restore salmon and steelhead habitat that can reduce the effects of… more
Q&A: Idaho closed its chinook fishing while Washington and Oregon extend theirs, how can that be?
| idfg-jdupont
Most people understand why we had to shut down the fishery in Clearwater basin and reduce harvest shares on the Salmon and Little Salmon rivers. What people don’t understand is how Washington and Oregon were announcing they would extend their Chinook Salmon fishery just when Idaho was closing ours down. The disparity… more
Wildlife Express: Redband trout are Idaho’s native resident rainbow
| idfg-scassinelli
Redband trout are found in a variety of stream habitats in Idaho, from some of the warmest streams in the Owyhee desert, to the smallest mountain streams in remote alpine settings of central and northern Idaho.
This month’s Wildlife Express will have anglers itching to catch these native gems known for their… more
F&G begins annual grizzly bear research trapping in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest
| idfg-jnicholson
Biologists from Idaho Fish and Game will begin annual research trapping efforts for grizzly bears in the Upper Snake Region on May 31. To avoid conflicts with hunters, current operations will be confined to areas where hunting is prohibited. Larger scale operations will begin July 1st in the Caribou-Targhee National… more
2020 Campground Openers/Closures at Horsethief Reservoir
| idfg-mkoenig
The opening of campgrounds at Horsethief Reservoir has been delayed due to the current COVID-19 situation. The opening date for overnight camping at Horsethief Reservoir Campground has been set for Saturday, May 30th. Basic sanitary measures to address COVID-19 issues for campground users are being… more
Spring Chinook Salmon Fishing Update 5/26/2020
| idfg-jdupont
Hi everybody, it is time for my weekly spring Chinook Salmon update (5/26/2020).
Run Size and Harvest Shares
Counts at Bonneville continue to give periods of hope only to drop back down (see graph below). At this point, the run of Idaho bound spring Chinook Salmon over Bonneville… more