Press Releases and Articles
Commission to meet by conference call August 11
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The August 11 Idaho Fish and Game Commission meeting originally scheduled in Idaho Falls will now be a conference call. The call will begin at 9 a.m. at Fish and Game Headquarters, 600 S. Walnut. There will be no public testimony taken during the call, but the public is welcome to attend. To request… moreKootenai River Provides Good Summer Fishing Opportunity
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Many streams and rivers in the Panhandle are experiencing record low flows and warm water temperatures this summer. The result is tough conditions for fish and for anglers. There are some angling opportunities worth considering that are not as impacted by the summertime water conditions. One such opportunity can be… moreEnter now for second controlled hunt drawing
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Over 2700 deer, elk, pronghorn and black bear controlled hunt tags are available for hunter in the second drawing. The application period for the second controlled hunt drawing runs from August 5 through August 15. Results will be available by August 20. Any tags not drawn after the second drawing will be sold… moreFish and Game to Host Women's Hunting Clinic near St. Anthony
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game will hold a Women's Hunting Clinic at the Chester Wetlands Wildlife Management Area (WMA) headquarters building near St. Anthony on August 22. The class will begin at 9:00 a.m. and conclude around 4:00 p.m. The focus of this class will be to provide an unintimidating… moreHunters still have options for big game controlled hunts
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Hunters who were unsuccessful in the first drawing for controlled hunts in June have more chances with unclaimed tags, a second controlled hunt drawing, and Super Hunts. Unclaimed controlled hunt tags for early hunts: Unclaimed tags for controlled hunts that begin on or before August 15, and close prior to… moreComments sought on new sage-grouse season proposals
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Fish and Game is seeking public input on new sage-grouse hunting season proposals. Fish and Game is seeking comments on two options for the 2015 sage-grouse season. Option 1 is the same as the season offered in 2014. Option 2 would re-open eastern Owyhee County and western Twin Falls County. This area was closed in… moreFish and Game commission to meet August 11 in Idaho Falls
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet Tuesday, August 11 at the Upper Snake Region office, 4279 Commerce Circle in Idaho Falls. Commissioners will consider proposed seasons for waterfowl and sage-grouse, as well as rules for bear bait distance from roads and approval of the fiscal 2017 budget request. There… moreAsk Fish and Game: Hunter Passport
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Q. How do you qualify for a Hunter Passport to try hunting without having to take a hunter education class first? A. Idaho's Hunting Passport is a component of Fish and Game's mentored hunting program. This special authorization allows any first-time hunter, resident or nonresident, age 8 and older to try hunting for… moreFall chinook fishing to open Sept. 1, coho could be added
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Idaho Fish and Game Commission adopted a fall chinook salmon fishing season to open Sept. 1 on parts of the Snake, Clearwater and Salmon rivers, and Idaho could see its second-ever sport fishing season for coho salmon on Sept. 1 pending commission approval in August. Commissioners approved opening dates for fall… moreFish and Game Seeks Comments on Waterfowl Seasons
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Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking public comment on proposed changes to the 2015-2016 waterfowl seasons. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, which oversees waterfowl management at the national level, authorized Fish and Game to hold a waterfowl season similar to the 2014-2015 season. Using that… moreCommission Releases Bighorn Tags for Auction and Lottery
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission released two 2016 bighorn sheep tags, one for lottery and one for auction, at its regular meeting in Pocatello Thursday, July 30. The lottery tag was awarded to the Idaho Wild Sheep Foundation and the auction tag was awarded to the Wild Sheep Foundation. Both organizations have a… moreCommission Sets Bird Seasons, Adjusts Mountain Lion Season
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Idaho bird hunters will get a liberal mourning dove season, more sandhill crane tags, and an early Canada goose season in southeastern Idaho this year. Hound hunters will also be allowed to use dogs to pursue mountain lions and black bears during November in some northern Idaho units. On Thursday July 30, the Idaho… moreDiscounted Second Tags Go On Sale Aug. 1
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Idaho Fish and Game is offering a discount for big game hunters who want more hunting opportunity. Through August only, resident and nonresident hunters can buy remaining nonresident tags as second tags for discounted prices of $199 for deer and $350 for elk. The price does not include the $1.75 vendor fees. After… moreHagerman WMA Ponds Placed on Fish Salvage
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game Commission has issued a salvage order on Hagerman Wildlife Management Area's, Anderson Pond #3, Anderson Pond #4, and Riley Pond. Anglers can keep all the fish they wish in these three ponds, with the exception of White Sturgeon. Fish may be taken by any method except firearms,… moreFish and Game to Host Angler Meeting to Discuss Management of Henrys Fork
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game will host an informal open meeting to discuss how they manage the Henrys Fork. The meeting will be held at Harriman State Park on August 13 at 6:30 p.m. This is the final meeting of the summer dedicated to providing information on the management direction, the current… moreSockeye arrives at Stanley, IDFG has safeguards to ensure survival
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By Roger Phillips, Idaho Department of Fish and Game The first sockeye salmon reached the Sawtooth Basin near Stanley on Monday, July 27 despite hot weather and warm water that prompted Idaho Fish and Game biologists to capture fish downstream to ensure survival of one of Idaho's most endangered species. Tens of… moreSummer Chinook fishing to close on most rivers
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Most of Idaho's summer Chinook salmon fishing seasons are coming to a close Sunday, August 2. Idaho Fish and Game will close fishing for spring/summer Chinook salmon on the mainstem Clearwater, Middle Fork Clearwater, South Fork Clearwater, Lochsa, Snake, and a section of the upper Salmon River from the Copper Mine… moreSouthwest Idaho Rainbow Trout Stocking Schedule
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Personnel from Fish and Game's McCall and Nampa Hatcheries will be releasing more than 29,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at the following locations during August. Location - Week Stocked - Number of Trout Boise River, above Glenwood Bridge - August 3, 17 - 1,440/1,440 Boise River, below Glenwood Bridge - August… more