Press Releases and Articles
Capturing wolverines with pixels and wire brushes
| idfg-rphillips
The forest floor has a thick blanket of snow topped by a layer of bone-chilling air that’s so still a creaking tree sounds like an airhorn. It appears all animals have abandoned the forest for warmer climes, but biologist Diane Evans Mack’s remote cameras tell a different story.
A handful of… more
Agenda: Commission Meeting January 25-26, 2017
| idfg-staff
Annual Meeting
January 25-26, 2017
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
Headquarters Office
600 S. Walnut, Boise, ID 83712
208-334-3771
Note: Times on the agenda are approximate and subject to change.
Fish and Game’s elk study continues in the Panhandle
| idfg-pcooper
Fish and Game biologists in Idaho’s Panhandle region have started the fourth year of a comprehensive elk mortality study.
Working with a private helicopter contractor, biologists have been in the field capturing and collaring elk since January 8. In this study, elk are being captured with either… more
Avoid the rush, take hunter education course now
| idfg-mdemick
Even though Idaho's spring turkey hunting season is months away, now is a great time for beginning hunters to register for and complete a hunter education course.
Hunter education is required for anyone born on or after January 1, 1975 who wants to purchase an Idaho hunting license.
"Take a course now… more
Project WILD educator workshops offered in Boise
| idfg-mdemick
Idaho Department of Fish and Game will offer three Project WILD workshops in Boise for adults who want to share the wonders of Idaho's natural resources with the next generation.
Project WILD is an award-winning, wildlife-focused conservation education program designed to help educators incorporate wildlife… more
Upper Snake Chapter of Idaho Master Naturalists Looking for New Members
| idfg-glosinski
Upper Snake Chapter of Idaho Master Naturalists Looking for New Members
IDAHO FALLS -The Upper Snake Chapter of the Idaho Master Naturalists (IMN) will begin the core education classes for new master naturalists on Monday, March 6, 2017. The classes will continue on Monday… more
F&G and Wildlife Advisory Committees are carefully monitoring wintering big game herds
| idfg-jjackson
Unlike the previous four winters, 2016-17 is actually a “real” winter across every hilltop, valley, canyon, corner and backyard in southeast Idaho. To some people, this means more days on the ski hill and the fun of a canceled school day or two. To others it is another driveway to shovel or a slick road to travel. … more
IDFG elk study efforts continue in the Panhandle
| idfg-pcooper
IDFG Panhandle Wildlife Biologists have started the fourth year of a comprehensive elk mortality study.
Working with a private helicopter contractor, Biologists have been in the field capturing and collaring elk since January 8. In this study, elk are being captured with either nets or tranquilizer darts… more
Become a Lewis and Clark Master Naturalist
| idfg-jbruns
Although a relatively new program to Idaho, the Master Naturalist program is well established in many states throughout the US. The Idaho Master Naturalist Program aims to develop a corps group of well-informed volunteers to actively work toward stewardship of Idaho’s natural environment. Anyone who enjoys and… more
Become a Lewis and Clark Master Naturalist
| idfg-jbruns
Although a relatively new program to Idaho, the Master Naturalist program is well established in many states throughout the US. The Idaho Master Naturalist Program aims to develop a corps group of well-informed volunteers to actively work toward stewardship of Idaho’s natural environment. Anyone who enjoys and… more
Clearwater Region Steelhead Fishing Report (1/ 11/17)
| idfg-vosborn
Cold temperatures this past week impacted fishing effort. Boat anglers were seen from Memorial Bridge to the Pink House boat ramp. The river had ice on it below Memorial Bridge and above Dworshak National Fish Hatchery.
The shore anglers that were fishing the main stem were spread out from the Cherry… more
Steelhead Fishing Update for the Clearwater River
| idfg-bbowersox
Cold temperatures this past week impacted fishing effort. However, catch rates remained good, under 10 hrs per fish caught according to IDFG creel. Boat anglers were seen from Memorial Bridge to the Pink House boat ramp. The shore anglers that were fishing the main stem were spread out from the Cherry Lane… more
Upper Snake Region Winter Wildlife Conditions Report for January 10, 2017
| idfg-glosinski
Upper Snake Region Winter Wildlife Conditions Report for January 10, 2017
In order to help keep the citizens of Idaho informed regarding the physical condition of their wildlife, the Upper Snake Regional Office will be issuing reports throughout the winter. Reports reflect information… more
Upper Snake Region hosting meetings to present proposed rule changes for 2017 big game seasons
| idfg-glosinski
IDAHO FALLS – Fish and Game biologists are ready to begin the public scoping phase of the big game season setting process, which is done every two years.
According to Regional Wildlife Manager Curtis Hendricks, “A key point for the public to remember is the intent of these initial scoping… more
Fish and Game Commission to meet Jan. 25 & 26 in Boise
| idfg-mdemick
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will set seasons for moose, bighorn sheep, and mountain goat when it meets January 25 and 26 at Fish and Game headquarters in Boise.
A public hearing will begin at 7 p.m. January 25, in the headquarters trophy room. Anyone wishing to address the commission on any topic having… more
Apply for spring bear controlled hunts soon
| idfg-mdemick
Hunters wanting to participate in this spring's controlled hunts for black bear can apply from January 15 through February 15.
Spring 2017 bear controlled hunt information is in the 2015 and 2016 Big Game Seasons and Rules book.
Hunters who have a 2017 hunting license may apply for controlled hunts at… more
Don't forget to file hunter reports
| idfg-mdemick
With the big game hunting seasons over, Idaho Fish and Game reminds hunters to file their harvest reports on their 2016 deer, elk and pronghorn hunts.
Hunters are required to file a report for each tag they purchased whether they went hunting or not.
The quick and easy questionnaire can be reported… more
Kids Ice Fishing Event at Horsethief Reservoir
| idfg-eoneale
Idaho Youth Outdoors will be holding their 8th annual kids Ice Fishing Event at Horsethief Reservoir on January 14th. Bring the kids (dress warm!) and enjoy a day of ice fishing. No gear? No problem. Loaner rods and bait will be available.
Get all the details here! http://www.idahoyouthoutdoors.org… more