Press Releases and Articles
Craig Mountain WMA Firewood Sale
| idfg-jbruns
Idaho Fish and Game is selling firewood permits for the harvest of dead and dying timber on the Craig Mountain WMA. The sale will begin July 25th and will end October 1st or in the event of a Stage 2 fire restriction. Areas open to harvest include Fish and Game owned land within 100ft of open roads. Some gates will be… more
Fish salvage order issued for Jensen Grove Pond in Blackfoot
| idfg-jjackson
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has issued a salvage order for the pond at Jensen Grove Park in Blackfoot, Idaho, effective July 24 through Oct. 30, 2023.
During the salvage order timeline at Jensen Grove Pond:
Fish may be taken by any method except use of firearms, explosives, chemicals, electric… more
Aug. 1 deadline to buy controlled hunt tags is fast approaching
| idfg-cliess
The deadline to purchase controlled hunt tags is Aug. 1 at 11:59 p.m. MDT.
It is the applicant's responsibility to see if they drew a controlled hunt tag and to buy it by this deadline. All controlled hunt tags (except unlimited and January hunts) that are not purchased by the Aug. 1 deadline will be… more
Youth Shotgun Skills Clinic planned in Salmon, Aug. 10-12
| idfg-mdemick
Idaho Dept. of Fish and Game, Lemhi Rifle Range, and Bud Salsbury will host a Youth Shotgun Skills Clinic August 10-12 in Salmon.
Bud Salsbury is an avid upland bird hunter, champion dog handler, and student of Matt Dryke, an Olympic Gold medalist in sporting clays. This clinic will help youth… more
F&G Commission meeting July 26-27 in Coeur d’Alene
| idfg-cliess
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will hold the public hearing and business meeting at Idaho Fish and Game’s Panhandle regional office at 2885 West Kathleen Avenue in Coeur d'Alene.
A public hearing will begin on July 26 at 7 p.m. PDT at the same location. Those wishing to speak to the Commission during… more
Kokanee fishing heating up on Dworshak Reservoir
| idfg-efelts
Kokanee fishing is picking up on Dworshak Reservoir. In 2022 the population abundance was so high that Kokanee were very small, measuring just 7.5 inches on average during July surveys. These smaller fish were difficult to catch and didn’t yield much of a filet for those anglers who could get them to bite. Although… more
VIDEO: NASA and BSU use new technology to monitor how water and vegetation improve in areas where beavers are reintroduced
| idfg-cliess
Correction: An earlier version of this story did not correctly describe Idaho Fish and Game’s role in the project. Below is an updated version.
Upper Salmon River Chinook Fishery Update - 7/18/2023
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone,
Before getting into the fishery estimates from last week, I’d like to give everyone a heads up about the changes that are being made to the fishery between now and Sunday. First, the section of the Upper Salmon River between the East Fork Salmon River and the Valley Creek confluence will close… more
Chinook Salmon Fishery Update (7/18/2023) Clearwater River Return, Rapid River Run, Hells Canyon, and Lochsa River Fisheries
| idfg-jdupont
Hi everybody.
This will be my last update for spring and summer Chinook Salmon fisheries in the Clearwater Region (7/18/2023). Based on harvest, broodstock collection, and changes in fisheries management, all open fisheries will remain open until the end of fishing hours on August 10, 2023. Because this is my… more
Balancing fish and pelican conservation
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For birds that make their living eating fish, the 1960s and 1970s were a hard time. Bioaccumulation of pesticides in and from their primary prey, weakened eggs and led to widespread hatch failure. Bird populations crashed, causing widespread concern. Fast forward 50 plus years, and many of these bird species have… more
2023 Williams Lake Fishery Study, Part 1
| idfg-bkelly
About 12 miles south of Salmon, Williams Lake sits nestled in the mountains above the Salmon River at an elevation around 5,400 feet. This 180-acre lake has long been a favorite retreat for many anglers that enjoyed the Rainbow Trout fishing and fine scenery. In recent years, there has been some concern about the… more
F&G to close separate portions of the Upper Salmon River for Chinook fishing
| idfg-cliess
Idaho Fish and Game officials will close Chinook fishing on separate portions of the Upper Salmon River. The Upper Salmon River Chinook fishery — between the East Fork of the Salmon River and the posted boundary below the Sawtooth Hatchery weir — has been open since June 22.
The section upstream from the East… more
Agencies continue to protect city watershed and sensitive wetlands near Salmon
| idfg-mdemick
Nestled high in the Jessy Creek drainage just west of Salmon, ID, is a sensitive wetland that provides important habitat for a diversity of wildlife, as well as serves as one of the main water sources for the city.
F&G stocking more Chinook on July 19 in the Boise River for anglers
| idfg-rphillips
What’s more fun than Chinook salmon in the Boise River? How about more Chinook in the river? Idaho Fish and Game staff will stock another 200 jacks and 100 adult Chinook from the Rapid River Hatchery on July 19.
This is the second stocking during July after crews put an initial 300 fish in the river… more
Looking for walleye in Lake Pend Oreille? We've got you covered
| idfg-tjross
Lake Pend Oreille walleye are providing steady action for anglers this summer! Walleye are set up in typical summer locations, and anglers are reporting consistent catch rates. Walleye also continue to be distributed widely throughout the system. Since walleye telemetry began in 2019, biologists have observed a… more
Recreating at the Edson Fichter Nature Area in Pocatello—the Dos and Don’ts!
| idfg-jjackson
Are you a fan of the Edson Fichter Nature Area in Pocatello? With a fishing pond, access to the river, paved trails, pretty scenery, and watchable wildlife who wouldn’t be? To make sure everyone has a safe, enjoyable experience at this southeast Idaho gem -- please do these “Dos” and don’t do the “Don’ts”.… more
Homestead Loop Road Closure on Craig Mountain WMA
| idfg-jbruns
Idaho Fish and Game will conduct road maintenance on Homestead Loop Road (Captain John access) starting July 17. A portion of Homestead Loop (Captain John access) provides public access to the Madden Creek drainage. Construction will start July 17 and finish by Sept. 15, 2023.
The road will be closed to… more