Press Releases and Articles
Second Drawing for Controlled Hunts Application Period August 5th through 15th
| idfg-bstuder
We will have a real news release here soon.
However, the points for your information now are:
Fire Updates Available on Fish and Game's Website
| idfg-mdemick
Wild fires burning in Idaho have raised concerns about public safety and access to public lands. To assist hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts this summer, the latest fire activity, area restrictions and links related to fire is now available on Idaho Fish and Game's website at https://fishandgame.idaho.gov/… moreDeer Hunting Wildavore Workshop Slated in Boise
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Adults with a desire to learn big game hunting skills and participate in an actual big game hunt are invited to take part in an upcoming workshop tailored to give them the skills necessary to become successful hunters. The four-day Wildavore workshop - hosted by Idaho Fish and Game - will be held Saturday July 18th,… moreClean Camps Keep Bears Away
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With summer temperatures continuing to increase and natural food sources for bears becoming harder to find in some places, potential for human interactions with bears are on the rise. Bears can travel great distances while switching from spring to summer foods and when berries and other natural foods become scarce,… moreAsk Fish and Game: Take Hunter Education Course Now
| idfg-mdemick
Q. How can I get my kid into a hunter education course in time for hunting seasons this fall? A. Idaho hunter education courses are offered in all parts of the state, but their availability varies. To find out when courses are offered in your area and to register, visit the Idaho Fish and Game website at http://… moreRecord High Temperatures Impact Rainbow Trout at Edson Fichter Pond
| idfg-mdemick
On Tuesday, July 7, approximately 30 dead rainbow trout were discovered floating in the community fishing pond at Edson Fichter Nature Area in south Pocatello. Some fish have also been observed struggling in the shallower edges of the pond. Idaho Fish and Game fishery biologists have been monitoring the situation,… moreIdaho Wildavore Workshop Offered in Pocatello
| idfg-mdemick
Last year, our southeast region Fish and Game office rolled out a new mentored hunt program called Idaho Wildavore. It is a program for the true beginning adult hunter who has very little or no experience with hunting and does not have an experienced mentor through which to learn the tradition. To pilot the program,… moreHorsethief Reservoir to Open for Fish Salvage
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Horsethief Reservoir, east of Cascade, will open to public fish salvage from Saturday, July 18 through Tuesday, October 20. The salvage, which suspends fish bag and possession limits, is the first step in rehabilitating the reservoir to remove undesirable fish species, namely brown bullheads. Regional fishery staff… moreDeer Hunting Wildavore Workshop Slated
| idfg-mdemick
Adults with a desire to learn big game hunting skills and participate in an actual big game hunt are invited to take part in an upcoming workshop tailored to give them the skills necessary to become successful hunters. The four-day Wildavore workshop - hosted by Idaho Fish and Game - will be held Saturday July 18th,… moreAsk Fish and Game: Elk Zone Capped Tag Availability
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Q. I'm a resident wanting to hunt elk during the general season, but in a zone with a "cap" on the number of tags available. When can I pick up my "capped" elk tag? A. Resident general season tags for elk zones subject to a cap go on sale Friday, July 10 at 12:00 a.m. MST. These tags are offered over the counter… moreDeadline to Buy Controlled Hunt Tags is August 1
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Hunters whose names were drawn in the recent controlled hunt drawings have until August 1 to purchase their tags. Results of deer, elk, pronghorn, fall black bear and fall turkey controlled hunt drawings are available on the Fish and Game website at http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/ch. Postcards will be mailed to… moreComments Sought on Proposed Bear Baiting Rule Changes
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Idaho Fish and Game is launching a negotiated rule making process and wants to hear from the public about proposed changes to bear baiting rules. The current rule requires that all bear baits cannot be located within 200 feet of any water or within 200 yards from any maintained trail or any road. The proposed change… moreF&G Seeks Comments on Early Goose Season in Southeast Region and an Increase in Sandhill Tag Numbers
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Idaho Fish and Game is seeking public comments on a proposed early Canada goose season in the Southeast Region and an increase in Sandhill Crane tag numbers. An early Canada goose hunting season is proposed to address goose depredation issues in agricultural areas in Bear Lake and Caribou counties only. This… moreChinook Salmon Seasons Continue
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While the 2015 Chinook salmon season is winding down in some river sections, there are still more than 300 river miles open for salmon fishing enthusiasts in the Clearwater, Snake, and Salmon drainages. As of Monday, July 6 the following river sections are open: Upper Salmon River: Fishing hours are from 5 a.m… moreHunters Reminded to Purchase Controlled Hunt Tags by August 1
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The big game controlled hunt drawings for deer, elk, antelope and bear tags were completed June 22. Applicants can find out if they were lucky enough to draw a tag by checking the controlled hunt drawing results on the Idaho Fish and Game web site. It is the responsibility of controlled hunt applicants to check to see… moreNew Video Highlights Fishing Pond and Archery Range Dedication at Castle Rock State Park
| idfg-mdemick
A new video on Fish and Game's website captures the excitement surrounding the grand opening of a new fishing pond and archery range at Castle Rocks State Park south of Burley on June 27th. "We have a long history of partnership with Idaho Parks and Recreation and this pond and archery range demonstrate our combined… more
MBI Surveys Initiate Conservation Action
| Anonymous (not verified)
Northern leopard frogs haven't been detected in the Idaho Panhandle since 1955. 2013-14 MBI surveys did not detect this species indicating it is no longer extant in the Idaho Panhandle. MBI surveys did detect non-native bullfrogs though...which may pose a threat to a rare colony of northern leopard… more
Fish and Game Seeks Input on Fishing the South Fork, Early Goose and Sandhill Crane Seasons
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The heat of summer can make it tough to get up and moving, but the biologists with the Upper Snake Region of the Idaho Department of Fish and Game are hoping that things cool done enough on July 9th so that hunters and anglers will come out and get involved in discussions about future management of fishing on the South… more