Press Releases and Articles
Epizootic hemorrhagic disease detected in white-tailed deer in the Panhandle Region
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Multiple samples collected from dead deer in the Panhandle have tested positive for epizootic hemorrhagic disease.
The diseased deer were recently discovered in big game units 2 and 5 in the Plummer, Coeur d’Alene and Rathdrum areas. Fish and Game has also received reports of dead deer in locations ranging… more
F&G will survey sections of the Big Wood River in September
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Every three years, Idaho Fish and Game staff conduct a population survey on the Big Wood River. Three sections of the river will be surveyed: north of Ketchum, near Gimlet, and near Hailey. Monitoring population trends allow fisheries biologists to assess the overall health of the population and evaluate the… more
Fish and Game is seeking information on illegal poaching of a black bear sow in Hills Resort area of N. Idaho
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What happened
On Sep. 9 Fish and Game staff located a female black bear that had been shot and left to waste near Hills Resort on Priest Lake in North Idaho.
As any local will attest to, Priest Lake is not only known for its beauty, but also for its high densities of both black and grizzly bears.… more
Hunting season is here! Call 800-632-5999 if you see a violation of wildlife law
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Idaho’s wildlife need your help. Idaho Conservation Officers cannot possibly cover the large areas they are assigned. Citizens can call the hotline any time of day or night and report information to an actual person.
"We simply cannot provide the expected level wildlife protection without help from citizens,"… more
Wildlife Express: Moose are magnificent!
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Moose may look big and awkward, but they really are powerful and graceful creatures. Usually found near wet meadows, streams, lakes, and ponds, you might also see moose in Idaho’s towns and cities during winter or early spring. It’s important to remember moose are wild animals and can be unpredictable.
Moose… more
Remember to allow up to 10 days delivery time when ordering tags online or by phone
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Ordering online or by phone is a convenient way to buy your hunting/fishing licenses and permits, but sportsmen and women are reminded to allow enough time for their products to be mailed before their outings. Fish and Game recommends allowing 10 days for hunting tags to arrive. (Note: the items are processed and… more
F&G reminds upland bird hunters of new sage-grouse and sharp-tailed grouse requirements
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With the sage-grouse season in Idaho just around the corner, Fish and Game reminds upland bird hunters of new sage-grouse and sharp-tailed grouse requirements for the 2021 hunting season. Hunters are now required to purchase a zone-specific tag for sage-grouse hunting, in addition to a hunting license. A separate… more
Boundary Fire emergency closure expanded
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Editor's Note: The Boundary Fire Area Closure was expanded again on Sept. 9, and the attached map has been updated accordingly. For the most current information, visit: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7795/On Friday, Sept. 3, the Salmon-Challis National Forest expanded the Boundary Fire Emergency Area, Road, and… more
Fish salvage order issued for Johnson Reservoir near Preston
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has issued a salvage order for Johnson Reservoir near Preston in Franklin County, effective September 8, 2021 through October 31, 2021.
During the salvage order timeline at Johnson Reservoir:
● Fish may be taken by any method except use of… more
IDL and Potlatch close Bingo Creek Road in the Clearwater Region for logging project
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PotlatchDeltic and Idaho Department of Lands jointly announced the temporary closure of Bingo Creek Road and all its tributaries. Until Dec. 31, this narrow one-lane road will remain closed to all recreational activities and public entry.
Due to recent wildfires, both… more
Winter flows to be reduced in the lower Boise River
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The United States Bureau of Reclamation, in coordination with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, will reduce winter streamflow maintenance flows in the lower Boise River from the traditional 240 cubic feet per second (cfs) to 210 cfs during the upcoming winter of 2021/2022. The reduction is necessary due to the… more
Fish and Game partners with the Sawtooth National Forest seeking volunteers for planting project
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Idaho Fish and Game, Magic Valley Region and the Sawtooth National Forest, Minidoka Ranger District are seeking volunteers to plant bitterbrush and sagebrush seedlings on Saturday October 16, 2021 in the area of the 2020 Badger Fire in the South Hills. The Badger Fire burned 90,100 acres in 2020 and impacted a large… more
A citizen’s tip helped to solve a case of an illegally-killed mule deer in Southern Idaho
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On August 29, 2021 Idaho Fish and Game Officers Trevor Meadows and Philip Stamer, both stationed in the Magic Valley Region, received a tip from a concerned citizen that someone had illegally shot a mule deer a day before the deer season opened. Both officers responded to the scene but the suspect had left the… more
Valley County residents can help avoid bear conflicts by storing food and garbage properly
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With fall approaching, Idaho’s black bears are on the move and preparing for denning season, seeking out and gobbling up food to help them pack on the pounds.
This annual race to put on as much weight as possible before going into hibernation begins in mid-summer and lasts into early fall. Not… more
Three Project Wild courses available in September for in person or online only
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Fish and Game offers three virtual Project WILD courses for educators and others interested in sharing nature with children.
WILD about Bird Migrations (New course)This hybrid course is virtual and on your own time except for the in-person session on Saturday, September 18, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Diana… more
Traps, snares and pets can be a bad combination, and here's how to avoid a problem
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With many wolf trapping seasons open, and many bird hunters taking to the field in the fall, bird hunters and other people recreating with off-leash dogs are reminded to avoid traps and be prepared to act quickly in the event their hunting or hiking companion becomes trapped.
Most traps and snares are simple… more
Emmett-area hunters should be aware of BLM wild horse gather
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Hunters who are planning to hunt in Unit 32 should be aware that the the Bureau of Land Management will begin a wild horse gather in the Four Mile Herd Management Area, located north of Emmett, on or about Sept. 14, and continue for up to nine days.
A helicopter and ground crews will be used to gather wild… more
Clearwater Region waters to be stocked this April
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Spring is here! It's time to grab your fishing gear and enjoy the season. Fish and Game staff will be stocking over 20,000 catchable-size (10 to 12 inch) rainbow trout at these locations across the Clearwater Region in April.
Stocking of all waters is tentative and dependent on river/lake/pond conditions (… more