Press Releases and Articles
F&G offers fewer moose tags for 2019 while biologists research moose declines
| idfg-bpearson
Opportunities for moose hunters to harvest one of Idaho’s most sought-after trophy species will be fewer in 2019-20 in an effort by Fish and Game wildlife managers to address declining populations in much of the state.
The Fish and Game Commission in January approved a statewide reduction of 171… more
April 30 is the deadline to apply for moose, mountain goat and bighorn sheep controlled hunts
| idfg-bpearson
The application period for moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat controlled hunts began on April 1 and runs through April 30. Hunters can apply online or at any Fish and Game office, license vendor, or by telephone by calling (800) 554-8685.
Hunters are reminded that Fish and Game no longer accepts mail-in… more
F&G seeks Horsethief Reservoir campground host for spring, summer and fall
| idfg-jkozfkay
Fish and Game is looking for a person, or people, to help manage camping at Horsethief Reservoir Access Area for late spring, summer, and early fall in 2019. The selected applicant(s) will work with staff and volunteers of the YMCA and Fish and Game to ensure that visitors have a positive experience. Applicant(s) must… more
Spring bear seasons open April 1 in some units, many others open April 15
| idfg-bpearson
The state's spring black bear season opens on April 1 in a number of units in the state, providing Idaho hunters with a chance to hunt big game in the spring.
The balance of units with spring black bear hunts are set to open on April 15.
Many parts of the state offer general hunting seasons for black… more
There is no typical day: a winter patrol day takes an unexpected turn
| idfg-jlininger
Whenever I take a student out on a ride-along I am inevitably asked, “What is the typical work day for a Conservation Officer?” “It’s highly variable!” I respond. This is usually not what high school and college students are expecting. My ride-along with recent college graduate, Marcel, was the perfect case in… more
Spring turkey outlook: good to very good; general season opens April 15
| idfg-bpearson
The youth turkey season opens Monday, April 8, and the general turkey season and many controlled hunts in the state open the following Monday, April 15. Hunters can see which units have general hunts in Fish and Game's turkey hunting rules, in addition to details about the seasons.
There are some rule changes… more
Public's help sought in bull elk poaching case in the Tower Creek area near Salmon
| idfg-mdemick
The remains of an illegally killed bull elk were discovered recently in the Salmon area and Fish and Game is asking the public for information to bring the poacher to justice.
Citizens Against Poaching (CAP) is offering a reward for information in the case and callers can remain anonymous. Contact CAP at 1-800… more
Want to try fishing? F&G's 'Take Me Fishing' trailers have all you need
| idfg-rphillips
Fish and Game wants to help you get started fishing, and more important, help you learn the basics so you can do it on your own and enjoy the state's amazing fishing opportunities with your family and friends.
Fish and Game's "Take Me Fishing" trailers will roam the state in… more
Panhandle Region will take comments on migratory bird proposals April 3
| idfg-rphillips
Idaho Fish and Game's Panhandle Region is hosting an open house to take input on the proposed migratory game bird seasons, including waterfowl, mourning dove, American crow and sandhill crane, Wednesday, April 3 from 4 to 6 p.m. at 2885 W. Kathleen Ave. in Coeur d'Alene.
People can also review the migratory … more
Upper Snake Region seeks bids for Access Yes!
| idfg-jbrower
Idaho Fish and Game is currently soliciting bids from landowners within the Upper Snake Region that are interested in enrolling their land in the Access Yes! program. Access Yes! is a program designed to improve public access to private land as well as access through private land onto public land by… more
Clearwater Region trout stocking schedule for April
| idfg-jbruns
Over 35,300 catchable- sized rainbow trout will be stocked at the following locations during April.
Body of Water Week To Be Stocked Number To Be Stocked
Mann Lake March 25-29 5400… more
April fish stocking schedule for the Upper Snake Region
| idfg-jbrower
Fish and Game staff will be stocking catchable-size (10 to 12 inch) rainbow trout at the following locations in the Upper Snake Region during the month of April.
Body of Water Week to be Stocked Number of Fish… more
Trout Stocking Report for the Southeast Region
| idfg-jjackson
Personnel from Idaho Fish and Game’s hatcheries in the Southeast Region will be releasing over 25,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at the following locations during April.
Location Week Stocked Number of Trout
Chesterfield… more
Panhandle Region trout stocking schedule for April
| idfg-ksiitari
Over 39,000 catchable-sized (12-14 inch) rainbow trout are set to be stocked in these Panhandle lakes and ponds during the month of April. This month, our hatchery team will be paying particular attention to Fernan Lake, where around 12,000 catchable rainbows will be stocked in this lake alone.
… more
Grab your fishing rod and head to one of these favorite spring spots
| idfg-rphillips
Anglers who want to get a jump on their fishing season in early spring can find places to catch fish throughout Idaho, and a surprising variety of them.
With daylight saving time here and spring here, there's also enough daylight for after-work or after-school fishing trips to a local fishing… more
Video: See the massive goose migration at Fort Boise WMA
| idfg-vosborn
Spring MigrationIf you want to experience the sights and sounds of spring migration, mid-March is the peak time to see white-fronted geese and snow geese at the Fort Boise Wildlife Management Area. Visitors have a bird's-eye view of the migration with the help of a wildlife viewing platform. By the end of April,… more
F&G biologists adding solar-powered GPS ear tags to mule deer monitoring
| idfg-bpearson
Idaho Fish and Game is using "green" power, but not where you might expect it. Mule deer bucks currently roaming the backcountry are sporting solar-powered ear tags that allow biologists to track their movements without worrying about draining a battery in a telemetry collar.
Advanced technology continues… more
March 25: Upper Salmon River Steelhead fishing report
| idfg-bbeller
During the week of March 18, steelhead angler effort on the upper Salmon River began shifting upstream to the Ellis and Challis, ID areas. Effort upstream of the East Fork Salmon River in location code 19 remained light, but anglers were beginning to fish this area.
Catch rates from interviewed anglers were… more