Press Releases and Articles
2020 nonresident deer/elk tags currently unavailable as second tags unless some are returned
| idfg-rphillips
With the sellout of over-the-counter, nonresident deer and elk tags, there are no nonresident tags currently available to be sold as second tags for the 2020 hunting season, which customarily became available on Aug. 1.
In recent years when nonresident over-the-counter deer and elk tags did not sell out, Idaho… more
Dworshak Kokanee Update
| idfg-jdupont
Dworshak Reservoir Kokanee Update
by
Sean Wilson
Kokanee fishing has been good this year on Dworshak Reservoir. If you haven’t been out, or are thinking of going again, you still have time, but don’t wait. As adult kokanee get ready to… more
Salmon Region waters to be stocked with trout in August
| idfg-mdemick
Even with COVID-19 concerns changing the way we are currently living, working, and recreating, you can still get outside for some fishing adventures. Just remember to follow public health recommendations for social distancing, even when outdoors.
Idaho Department of Fish and Game will stock over 13,… more
Hunters can weigh in on the proposed 2020 fall sage-grouse hunting season
| idfg-rphillips
Hunters can see the season proposals and comment online for the 2020 sage-grouse hunting season. Statewide sage-grouse populations are up slightly from last year, but down from the 2016 peak. Most proposed seasons will allow for 7-day, or 2-day, hunting seasons depending on the area. Deadline to comment is… more
Fish stocking continues statewide, and here are some highlights for August
| idfg-bgrant
Idaho Fish and Game has continued stocking fish during COVID-19, and despite this being an abnormal year, most of Idaho's angling opportunities remain unchanged. Here's a sampling of some places that will get generous trout stockings during August.
To see more about what waters have been stocked… more
Early elk hunts require special preparation
| idfg-bpearson
With some early season elk hunts starting Aug. 1, Idaho Fish and Game officials remind hunters that they can increase their chances of success and avoid possible problems by obtaining landowner permission, knowing the area they intend to hunt and take extra precautions to properly care for the… more
Dust off your firearm or bow and get dialed in before the hunting season
| idfg-bpearson
In the middle of the summer, hunting season might seem like it’s still a long ways away, but this is the perfect time to prepare for success in the fall.
Hunting season isn’t as far away as one might think: There are hunts in a handful of elk zones that kick off as early as Aug. 1 (primarily… more
F&G commission approves 2020 fall Chinook salmon season
| idfg-bpearson
Fall Chinook fishing on the Snake, Clearwater and Salmon rivers will open Aug. 18, and Sept. 17 for the North Fork Clearwater River. The Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved the season during their meeting in Idaho Falls on Thursday, July 23.
Idaho Fish and Game fisheries managers expect 18,150 adult fish… more
Mule deer buck shot within Salmon city limits
| idfg-mdemick
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking information regarding the illegal killing of a young mule deer buck within the city limits of Salmon.
On Friday July 24, Idaho Fish and Game received a call about a young mule deer buck located in the 300 block of North St. Charles Street. The deer was reported… more
Sandhill crane and swan tags available August 1
| idfg-bpearson
Hunters are reminded that Sandhill crane tags and swan tags will be available first-come, first-served starting at 10 a.m. MDT, August 1 at Fish and Game offices, license vendors, online at https://idfg.idaho.gov/buy-online, or by calling 800-554-8685.
Because Aug. 1 falls on a Saturday, hunters will will not… more
Blue Mountain Meadow Pond stocked with Jack Chinook Salmon
| idfg-mdemick
Personnel from Idaho Fish and Game's Sawtooth Hatchery released approximately 75 jack Chinook Salmon in Blue Mountain Meadow Pond in Challis Friday, July 24.
"This will make for some great fishing, as jacks are very feisty and make excellent table fare,” said Greg Schoby, Fish and Game Fisheries… more
Farragut Shooting Range Center looking for volunteer Range Safety Officers
| idfg-jkunkle
Become a volunteer NRA certified, Range Safety Officer for the Idaho Department of Fish and Game.
The Department will pay for your initial course and subsequent recertifications. Other related training courses are offered as well.
You must volunteer to work the range at least twice a month, attend… more
30,000 channel catfish stocked across Idaho’s lakes and reservoirs
| idfg-tthompson
Channel catfish raised at a Magic Valley aquaculture business were recently stocked across Idaho to provide opportunity for anglers to catch these fish and put food on their tables. Stocking locations ranged from Lake Cocollala in northern Idaho to the Rexburg City Pond in eastern Idaho, with… more
Buy it or lose it: Hunters must buy 2020 big game controlled hunt tags by Aug. 1
| idfg-bpearson
If you are a hunter who was successful in the 2020 controlled hunt drawing, don't forget to purchase your controlled hunt tag by Aug. 1.
Successful applicants must purchase their controlled hunt tags by midnight MDT on Aug. 1 or their tags will be forfeited. All unclaimed tags, along with controlled hunt tags… more
Anglers' help needed for second year of wild steelhead study
| idfg-bpearson
Steelhead anglers are once again asked to watch for tagged steelhead they might catch during the 2020-21 steelhead fishing seasons, and report tagged fish if they catch one.
Idaho Fish and Game and the University of Idaho are moving into the second year of a research project to study how often anglers catch… more
Visit Idaho's Great Lakes for some of the 'best of the best' fishing
| idfg-rphillips
Idaho is world-famous for its quality fishing, which includes not only a wide variety of species, but different types of waters. Those include Idaho’s “Great Lakes,” which are not only large in size, but also provide excellent and/or unique fishing opportunities for trophy-sized fish. In most cases, they also provide… more
Idaho Fish and Game Commission to meet July 22-23 in Idaho Falls
| idfg-bpearson
The Fish and Game Commission will meet in person in Idaho Falls on July 22-23, with the public hearing starting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, in the Grand Teton Event Center, 3910 South Yellowstone Highway. People can address the Commission about agenda items or any matters related to Fish and Game.
The… more
F&G biologists are back to sampling and tagging fish at Lower Granite Dam
| idfg-mdobos
Because of everything going on these days, IDFG's Lower Granite Dam sampling projects were suspended this spring. But, with some planning and coordination, our crew was able to return and resume adult salmon and steelhead trapping at the beginning of July. Summer-run steelhead which return to Idaho… more