Press Releases and Articles
Pigeon and dove die off in Kuna area caused by common pigeon virus
| idfg-eoneale
As reports of mourning and Eurasian collared dove die offs in the Kuna area filter in to Fish and Game offices, forensic testing on several dead birds from the area has pinpointed the cause of death as pigeon paramyxovirus, a strain of paramyxovirus that is common to pigeons and doves.
Similar dove die offs… more
New Kootenai River burbot fishery opens for anglers on Jan. 1
| idfg-ksiitari
Idaho anglers will once again have the opportunity to fish for and harvest burbot in the Kootenai River, its tributaries and Bonner Lake starting Jan. 1. The Idaho Fish and Game Commission recently approved fishing rules for 2019-21 that included a burbot season, allowing anglers to harvest six burbot per day with no… more
Eight reasons to buy your 2019 hunting and fishing licenses now
| idfg-rphillips
You need a new hunting and fishing license before your first outing of 2019. You might procrastinate, and then run around looking for an open store to buy a hunting or fishing license because you’re leaving early for your first trip, or buy it right away and have peace of mind, as well as a full year of hunting and… more
Lewiston Regional Office reopened - 12/28/2018
| idfg-bstuder
Friday update: the networks have been restored. The Lewiston regional office will be open again Friday, 12/28.
Normal business hours are from 8am to 5pm.
We are sorry for the inconvenience.
The Clearwater Regional office in Lewiston, Idaho was closed, Thursday, December 27, 2018. The closure… more
2019-2021 Idaho Fishing Seasons and Rules Available
| idfg-bstuder
The 2019-2021 Idaho fishing seasons and rules booklets are available.Highlights include:
What's new? Read an article describing the changes from 2018. Steelhead anglers, please take note of the 2019 season adjustments. Vendors should have printed booklets around January 1.
The… more
Free Parking Donations-Thanks Volunteers!
| idfg-sfocht
Nature Center Volunteers stood out in the parking lot on cold nights asking BSU football fans for parking donations! BSU fans responded generously and we thank all those involved for your support of the MK Nature Center. Go Broncos!
Bird Seed Sale Thank You
| idfg-sfocht
Thank you to all our volunteers, supporters, and customers for making the 2018 Bird Seed Sale a success. The money raised from this event helps us run the Nature Center! If you missed it, we have a few bags of seed left. Winter is an uncrowded and beautiful time to visit! Hope to see you here in 2019.
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Fawn dies in Rexburg after eating toxic yew shrub
| idfg-jbrower
Conservation Officer Andrew Sorensen received a call on Dec. 19 about a deceased mule deer fawn on the outskirts of Rexburg. The fawn belonged to a group of about 25 mule deer that hang out on the south end of town every winter. Upon investigation, Sorensen determined that the young fawn had ingested a large amount of… more
Here's A Last Minute Christmas Gift Idea - BCR Punch Cards!
| idfg-eoneale
Looking for that last minute Christmas gift for your sport shooter? We've got you covered!
Pick up a BCR punch card or annual pass and give a little holiday cheer to that special someone on your list.
All three are available at Black's Creek Public Shooting Range - open Christmas weekend and Christmas… more
Lake Cascade should continue to produce good perch fishing, but jumbos may decline
| idfg-pjanssen
Since 2012, Fish and Game’s McCall fisheries staff has conducted annual fall surveys on Lake Cascade by using gillnets and recording the species and sizes captured in the nets.
Overall, perch numbers are similar to 2017 numbers, but down from annual surveys since 2012 (see below). Also perch greater… more
Motorists, please watch for wildlife during winter, and know salvage laws
| idfg-rphillips
Winter is a tough time for wildlife, especially big game, because it can be among the most hazardous seasons for them. Deer, elk and other animals are usually congregated in lowlands commonly known as “winter range,” which is often near cities, communities and highways. That also puts them close to vehicle traffic,… more
Perch Hunters of Lake Cascade
| idfg-vosborn
Anglers are hitting the ice on Lake Cascade.
Conditions
As of December 14, 2018, the ice on Lake Cascade was thick enough for anglers to venture out on the lake to pursue the promise of plentiful and large perch.
Regional fish biologist, Paul Janssen, reported the ice was 5… more
Share your thoughts with F&G about managing Horsethief Reservoir
| idfg-jkozfkay
Are more campground improvements on the way at Horsethief Reservoir? Southwest Region staff is hosting an open house Jan. 3 from 4 to 6 p.m at the Nampa Regional Office, 3101 S. Powerline Rd. to talk about management of this popular campground and recreation area owned and operated… more
Deputy Director Ed Schriever named as new Director of Idaho Fish and Game
| idfg-rphillips
Idaho Fish and Game Director Virgil Moore on Friday, Dec. 14 announced the hiring of Ed Schriever as the new Fish and Game Director. Schriever will replace Moore on Jan. 13, who in November announced his retirement.
Schriever, 59, has been Fish and Game’s Deputy Director of Operations since 2015, and was… more
Talk to F&G about upcoming moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat seasons for 2019-20
| idfg-rphillips
Idaho Fish and Game wants to hear from hunters on proposed changes to moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat hunting seasons for 2019-20, and hunters can attend open house workshops around the state to provide comments.
Open houses will be at the following dates and places:
Dec. 18, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., … more
Hunter comments wanted for moose, sheep, and mountain goat season proposals
| idfg-mdemick
Idaho Fish and Game biologists in the Salmon Region want to hear from hunters on proposed changes to moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat seasons for 2019 and 2020.
Hunters are encouraged to attend any of two open houses where they can visit with local wildlife biologists about the proposals and provide… more
Steelhead fishing continues uninterrupted with two new area closures
| idfg-rphillips
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission on Friday, Dec. 7 approved an agreement to keep most steelhead seasons open, but steelhead fishing in two areas closed effective 11:59 p.m. Dec. 7, 2018.
Closure areas include:
The Main Salmon River between Warren Creek and the Copper Mine… more
Lots of options available for Magic Valley ice anglers
| idfg-jthiessen
Winter is here, and the Magic Valley is a destination for ice anglers because of its reliable ice and many places to fish from local ponds to large lakes and reservoirs.
Rainbow Trout through the ice at Dog Creek Reservoir CAPTION: Rainbow Trout through the ice at Dog Creek Reservoir… more