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F&G awarded $900,000 grant to expand Access Yes! program

| idfg-bpearson

Idaho hunters and anglers can expect to see a significant increase in public access to private land as early as this fall through Fish and Game’s Access Yes! program, thanks to a $900,000 federal grant recently awarded to the department.

The $900,000 grant will be broken up over three years and will allow for… more

Idaho Big Game 2020 Seasons and Rules brochure available online

| idfg-bpearson

The Idaho Big Game 2020 Seasons and Rules Brochure is now available online on Fish and Game's website and has significant changes for controlled elk hunts, wolf seasons and more. 

View Big Game Seasons

The 2020 brochure, which contains seasons and rules for deer, elk, pronghorn, black bear, mountain… more

F&G cancels annual fur sale previously scheduled for April 18 in Pocatello

| idfg-jjackson

Idaho Department of Fish and Game has canceled the annual fur sale originally scheduled for April 18 in Pocatello, and any plans to reschedule are not known at this time. This is in response to guidance from Idaho Department of Health and Welfare for public events in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.  

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F&G and partners stock 1,800 young white sturgeon in the Snake River

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by Evin Oneale,  Regional Communications Manager and Martin Koenig, Natural Resource Program Coordinator

They have been around since the days of the dinosaurs, but now struggle for survival. They can live to be well over 50 years old. They have skeletons made, not of bone, but rather cartilage. They breed… more

Some nonresident licenses, permits, and tags sales temporarily suspended by F&G Commission

| idfg-staff

Notice of change

Updates to this story have been made. You can find updated information at https://idfg.idaho.gov/press/fg-will-resume-sales-nonresident-licenses-…

Last update May 14, 2020 at 2:54pm MDT Archive



Nonresidents who purchase a 2020 hunting license may still apply for… more

Frequently asked questions regarding temporary suspension of some nonresident licenses and tags

| idfg-rphillips

Notice of change

Updates to this story have been made. You can find updated information at https://idfg.idaho.gov/press/fg-will-resume-sales-nonresident-licenses-…

Last update May 14, 2020 at 2:54pm MDT Archive

The Idaho Fish and Game Commission on April 4 adopted a rule that temporarily suspends the… more

Moose, sheep and goat application period is open – here's how to apply online

| idfg-bpearson

The application period for moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat controlled hunts is currently open and runs through April 30, and the big game controlled hunt application period follows right on its heels.

The department’s public offices are closed through at least April 15, consistent with the Governor’s… more

Two White-tailed deer shot and left to waste near American Bar on Salmon River west of Cottonwood

| idfg-jbruns

On or about March 31, two White-tailed deer were left to waste near American Bar, just west of Cottonwood Idaho, close to the banks of Main Salmon River. The area is a popular recreation site. Local residents are extremely concerned by this senseless act; especially at a time when does are carrying fawns.

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Snare diverters no longer required for wolf trapping

| idfg-bpearson

Under a rule adopted by the Fish and Game Commission that is now in effect, there is no longer a statewide requirement for using diverters on snares for trapping gray wolves. However, snares must be equipped with either a break-away device or cable stop incorporated within the top loop of the snare.

As a… more

Hunting Passport holders who are 8 or 9 years old can now participate in turkey hunts

| idfg-bpearson

Under a rule adopted by the Fish and Game Commission that is now in effect, youth hunters who 8 or 9 years old and hold a Hunting Passport can purchase turkey tags to participate in over-the-counter turkey hunts during the 2020 and 2021 seasons.

Both the hunting passport and turkey tags can be purchased online… more

Sterling WMA pond being drained to stimulate wetlands and improve fall waterfowl habitat

| idfg-jjackson

Johnson Pond at Sterling Wildlife Management Area near Aberdeen is a well-known water body enjoyed by waterfowl and birders. This pond is currently being drained for wetland management-- which will stimulate the wetland’s productivity, ultimately resulting in more feed for migrating waterfowl in the fall.

Here… more

Hunting and fishing seasons continue with social distancing and travel guidelines

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Idaho Fish and Game has not closed any fishing or hunting seasons in response to Covid-19, and the department is providing guidelines in accordance with the Governor's orders for social distancing at least six feet apart, including while fishing and at access sites and boat ramps. 

“Fishing lends itself to… more

Southern Idaho waters closed to fishing by regulation on April 1 to protect spawning rainbow trout

| idfg-tthompson

Sections of three Southern Idaho rivers will be closed to fishing from April 1 through the Friday before Memorial Day weekend. None of the closures are due to Covid-19 concerns. Rather, they are regular annual closures that are put into place to protect spawning rainbow trout.

Fishing will reopen on Saturday… more

Spring turkey hunting outlook good to very good for 2020

| idfg-bpearson

Based on regional reports from Fish and Game biologists, growing turkey populations and expanded hunting opportunities should make for a good to very good spring turkey season in 2020.

Youth turkey season opens April 8, and the general turkey season and many controlled hunts open April 15. Hunters can see… more

Boise National Forest Closes Access to Areas for Public Health and Safety

| idfg-eoneale

This news release was received from Boise National Forest Staff. It is shared here as a courtesy to all outdoor enthusiasts. Should you have questions, please contact Venetia Gempler at the Boise National Forest Office in Boise - 208-373-4105.

Boise, Idaho, March 26, 2020--A number of campgrounds, snow mobile parking… more

Payette National Forest Closes Forest Restroom Facilities and Delays Recreation Site Opening Dates

| idfg-eoneale

This news release was received from Payette National Forest Staff. It is shared here as a courtesy to all outdoor enthusiasts. Should you have questions, please contact Ronda Bishop or Erin Vonderheit at the Payette National Forest office in McCall - 208-634-0700.

 

McCall, Idaho, March 28, 2020 -- To protect… more

Flocking to McArthur Lake: spring waterfowl counts up after reservoir drawdown

| idfg-edehamer

It’s that time of year when the snow starts to melt, the sun starts to shine and migratory birds start to fly in earnest. This means that it’s time for annual waterfowl migration surveys at McArthur Lake Wildlife Management Area.

Although there was still ice over much of McArthur… more

Bull trout coloring contest

| idfg-ksiitari

With education events cancelled, Senior Conservation Officer and bull trout educator Dustin Masin put together a coloring contest for students in grades 1 through 3.

Bull trout are one of the most misidentified fish in the Panhandle Region. These amazing native fish can migrate many miles between spawning… more