Press Releases and Articles
Blackfoot and American Falls reservoirs offer some of the best flat-water angling opportunities for trout in eastern Idaho.
| idfg-abrimmer
If you’re like me, you might be getting the feeling that the winter season has dragged on long enough. While the winter season offers some outstanding hard-water angling opportunities, the open-water season offers abundant opportunities as well. Especially notable are the great trout fishing opportunities in the… more
It's spring in the Clearwater-- Be Bear Aware!
| idfg-jbruns
A sign of spring in the Clearwater Region is hungry bears. Idaho is home to an abundant black bear population and a smaller number of grizzly bears. Although Idaho’s known grizzly bear populations are in the northern Panhandle and the Greater Yellowstone Area in eastern Idaho, it’s possible that grizzly bears may turn… more
“No Camping” Restriction Coming to Fort Boise Wildlife Management Area
| Anonymous (not verified)
Beginning April 20th, the main portion of Fort Boise Wildlife Management Area (WMA) will be designated “day use only.” Overnight camping will only be allowed on the Martin Landing segment of Fort Boise WMA.
“Since the construction of the Martin Landing campground, the goal has been to shift all camping… more
Conservation Officer Involved in March 29 New Meadows Shooting
| Anonymous (not verified)
The April 4th capture of attempted murder suspect William James was the culmination of a week-long man hunt that began on a quiet Sunday afternoon in New Meadows, Idaho.
Fish and Game conservation officer Randy Martinez was off duty and busy unloading construction materials at a friend’s house when gunshots… more
Fish and Game’s Technical Assistance Program works behind the scenes to protect Idaho’s fish and wildlife resources
| idfg-kconley
Here’s a window into a world within the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) that many may not know about: it’s called the Technical Assistance Program. While most Idahoans are probably aware of IDFG’s Fisheries and Wildlife Bureaus, the Technical Assistance Program spans both fish and wildlife issues and is… more
Dworshak Reservoir Fishing Report April 7, 2020
| idfg-jdupont
Dworshak Reservoir Fishing Report
by Sean Wilson, IDFG fisheries research biologist
It seems like we recently woke up in a different world due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, Idahoans realize the importance of outdoor activities, like fishing, as part of a healthy… more
F&G awarded $900,000 grant to expand Access Yes! program
| idfg-bpearson
Idaho hunters and anglers can expect to see a significant increase in public access to private land as early as this fall through Fish and Game’s Access Yes! program, thanks to a $900,000 federal grant recently awarded to the department.
The $900,000 grant will be broken up over three years and will allow for… more
Idaho Big Game 2020 Seasons and Rules brochure available online
| idfg-bpearson
The Idaho Big Game 2020 Seasons and Rules Brochure is now available online on Fish and Game's website and has significant changes for controlled elk hunts, wolf seasons and more.
View Big Game Seasons
The 2020 brochure, which contains seasons and rules for deer, elk, pronghorn, black bear, mountain… more
F&G cancels annual fur sale previously scheduled for April 18 in Pocatello
| idfg-jjackson
Idaho Department of Fish and Game has canceled the annual fur sale originally scheduled for April 18 in Pocatello, and any plans to reschedule are not known at this time. This is in response to guidance from Idaho Department of Health and Welfare for public events in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Idaho… more
F&G and partners stock 1,800 young white sturgeon in the Snake River
| Anonymous (not verified)
by Evin Oneale, Regional Communications Manager and Martin Koenig, Natural Resource Program Coordinator
They have been around since the days of the dinosaurs, but now struggle for survival. They can live to be well over 50 years old. They have skeletons made, not of bone, but rather cartilage. They breed… more
Some nonresident licenses, permits, and tags sales temporarily suspended by F&G Commission
| idfg-staff
Notice of changeUpdates to this story have been made. You can find updated information at https://idfg.idaho.gov/press/fg-will-resume-sales-nonresident-licenses-…
Last update May 14, 2020 at 2:54pm MDT Archive
Nonresidents who purchase a 2020 hunting license may still apply for… more
Frequently asked questions regarding temporary suspension of some nonresident licenses and tags
| idfg-rphillips
Notice of changeUpdates to this story have been made. You can find updated information at https://idfg.idaho.gov/press/fg-will-resume-sales-nonresident-licenses-…
Last update May 14, 2020 at 2:54pm MDT ArchiveThe Idaho Fish and Game Commission on April 4 adopted a rule that temporarily suspends the… more
Moose, sheep and goat application period is open – here's how to apply online
| idfg-bpearson
The application period for moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat controlled hunts is currently open and runs through April 30, and the big game controlled hunt application period follows right on its heels.
The department’s public offices are closed through at least April 15, consistent with the Governor’s… more
Two White-tailed deer shot and left to waste near American Bar on Salmon River west of Cottonwood
| idfg-jbruns
On or about March 31, two White-tailed deer were left to waste near American Bar, just west of Cottonwood Idaho, close to the banks of Main Salmon River. The area is a popular recreation site. Local residents are extremely concerned by this senseless act; especially at a time when does are carrying fawns.
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Snare diverters no longer required for wolf trapping
| idfg-bpearson
Under a rule adopted by the Fish and Game Commission that is now in effect, there is no longer a statewide requirement for using diverters on snares for trapping gray wolves. However, snares must be equipped with either a break-away device or cable stop incorporated within the top loop of the snare.
As a… more
Hunting Passport holders who are 8 or 9 years old can now participate in turkey hunts
| idfg-bpearson
Under a rule adopted by the Fish and Game Commission that is now in effect, youth hunters who 8 or 9 years old and hold a Hunting Passport can purchase turkey tags to participate in over-the-counter turkey hunts during the 2020 and 2021 seasons.
Both the hunting passport and turkey tags can be purchased online… more
Sterling WMA pond being drained to stimulate wetlands and improve fall waterfowl habitat
| idfg-jjackson
Johnson Pond at Sterling Wildlife Management Area near Aberdeen is a well-known water body enjoyed by waterfowl and birders. This pond is currently being drained for wetland management-- which will stimulate the wetland’s productivity, ultimately resulting in more feed for migrating waterfowl in the fall.
Here… more
Hunting and fishing seasons continue with social distancing and travel guidelines
| idfg-rphillips
Idaho Fish and Game has not closed any fishing or hunting seasons in response to Covid-19, and the department is providing guidelines in accordance with the Governor's orders for social distancing at least six feet apart, including while fishing and at access sites and boat ramps.
“Fishing lends itself to… more