Press Releases and Articles
Large Portions of Units 20A and 26 now Closed due to Fire
| Anonymous (not verified)
More than half of hunt units 20A and 26 are now closed as the Highline Fire continues to burn within the Payette National Forest near Big Creek. For updates on this fire, including future changes to the closure area, visit: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/5500/ or https://idfg.idaho.gov/fire.
With… more
Connecting Kids and Salmon at the MK Nature Center
| idfg-snass
Idaho Salmon and Steelhead Days takes over the MK Nature Center for three days early each fall. It is an opportunity for some Idaho classrooms to learn about aquatic ecosystems - the fish, bugs and other creatures that call our rivers home. Join one class of kids as they learn about Idaho's treasured salmon and… more
Fires can affect early season hunts, so plan ahead
| idfg-rphillips
Idaho’s early hunting seasons often coincide with fire season, and hunters should consider that when planning trips. If they’re traveling to their favorite hunting spots, it’s important to stay informed about current fire conditions, fire restrictions and rehab work on recent or past fires that can affect their hunts… more
Visit your local shooting range before seasons begin
| idfg-mdemick
With summer winding down and the fall hunting seasons just getting started, now’s a great time for hunters to visit their local shooting range for some pre-season practice.
“Whether you hunt with a rifle, muzzleloader or shotgun, the more you practice, the better you’ll shoot when it really counts,” said James… more
Recent cases of rabid bats mean people should take precautions
| idfg-rdixon
News of recent cases of rabid bats in various parts of Idaho have left residents nervous about encountering bats inside or outside their homes. It is important that people understand how to best handle a bat that is found in their home, including what precautions to take to prevent exposure to rabies.
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Shout Out to Landowners!
| idfg-snass
Landowners offer a service for all of us who love to hunt, fish and watch wildlife by providing habitat on their properties. Many go the extra mile, enrolling their land into special programs that develop fields specifically to create cover and forage for wildlife.
“By doing these types of… more
Governor Recognizes Historic Role of Hunting and Fishing in Wildlife Conservation
| idfg-mkeckler
Idaho Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter this week recognized the 80th Anniversary of the Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act signed into law in 1937.
The act was the first of three laws establishing federal excise taxes on hunting and fishing equipment that are used to fund wildlife conservation throughout the… more
Mule deer hunters can help shape management through an online survey
| idfg-rphillips
Fish and Game managers want to hear people’s opinions about mule deer hunting in Idaho, so they’re asking hunters to take an online survey and share their thoughts.
Fish and Game revised its Mule Deer Management Plan in 2008, and managers periodically re-evaluate plans so they can remain responsive to hunters… more
Unit 20A Access Difficult this Fall
| Anonymous (not verified)
Planning to hunt unit 20A this fall? Several normal access points are currently closed.
The Stoddard Pack Bridge was lost in a March rock slide. This bridge crossed the Salmon River at the northeast corner of unit 20A on the Salmon River Road. Identified for national emergency funding, the bridge will be… more
Fish and Game commission suspends wolf baiting proposal
| idfg-rphillips
At their meeting on Aug. 26, Idaho Fish and Game commissioners unanimously decided to suspend rulemaking to allow using bait to hunt wolves. Commissioners also discontinued rulemaking to restrict use of game cameras and two-way electronic communications as aids to taking big game.
Those were among several… more
American Falls Reservoir west boat ramp closing after Labor Day
| idfg-mkoenig
For those of you that fish American Falls Reservoir, read this news release from Bureau of Reclamation. It sounds like BOR is starting up construction again at the west-side boat ramp and will close the ramp after Labor Day weekend. Here's a link with the story posted below. American Falls Boat Ramp Replacement… more
Rainbow Trout Stocking Schedule
| Anonymous (not verified)
Personnel from Fish and Game's McCall and Nampa Hatcheries will be releasing more than 12,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at the following locations during September.
LOCATION WEEK STOCKED NUMBER OF TROUT
Boise River - above Glenwood Bridge September 4, 18 1,080/1,080
Boise River - below… more
Kokanee Salmon Arrive and Chinook Salmon are Spawning
| idfg-sfocht
Forty beautiful Kokanee salmon arrived at MK Nature Center yesterday and they they have added a "splash" of color in the alpine lake.
If that was not enough to get you here, in the same viewing window, you can watch huge Chinook salmon spawning and defending their nest site. The resident trout are active and… more
Mourning dove, sandhill crane, and early goose seasons open Sept. 1
| idfg-mdemick
The 2017 mourning dove, sandhill crane, and early Canada goose seasons open Friday, September 1.
The mourning dove season runs through October 30, with a daily bag limit of 15 and a possession limit of 45.
Eurasian collared-doves are an introduced species that have expanded their range into Idaho.… more
Sage-grouse season set
| idfg-mdemick
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved a restrictive season for sage-grouse.
The 2017 season will run from September 16 to September 22, with a daily bag limit of one bird, and a possession limit of two birds. The season will take place in the same areas as last year's hunt.
The Sage-grouse… more
Know Before You Go – Is your favorite hunting area open in southwest Idaho?
| Anonymous (not verified)
With hunting seasons approaching, prospective hunters should do their homework and determine if their favorite hunting area is open for vehicle and/or foot travel. Statewide fire closures can be found on the Fish and Game fire page at: https://idfg.idaho.gov/fire.
For example, a large portion of the area… more
Snake River Sturgeon Research Underway
| Anonymous (not verified)
Many of you know that Idaho Fish and Game partners with Idaho Power Company to stock young sturgeon in several reaches of the Snake River.
Idaho Power Company has launched a study to monitor survival of young sturgeon stocked below CJ Strike Reservoir. They are using specialized equipment under… more
Mountain Goat Counts Slated for Early September near Yellow Pine
| Anonymous (not verified)
Idaho Fish and Game biologists will take to the air in early September to count mountain goats near Yellow Pine, Idaho. The mountain goat surveys will focus on an area north of the East Fork of the South Fork Salmon River Road between Monumental Creek and the South Fork of the Salmon River.
The… more