Press Releases and Articles
Never let the sun set on a dirty firearm
| idfg-cliess
Another season in the books. You and your trusty firearm spent countless hours roaming the mountain slopes and drainages that Idaho is known for and likely in all kinds of weather.
For all the times your firearm’s had your back (literally), now is the point in the year when you have its back. Whether you… more
Black's Creek closed on Nov. 29
| idfg-bpearson
Black's Creek Public Shooting Range is closed today, Friday, Nov. 29. The range will reopen for normal winter hours on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1.
Statewide trout stocking highlights for December 2024
| idfg-cliess
Many of Idaho’s lakes and ponds are soon going to be bolstered with Idaho Fish and Game stocking roughly 3,300 catchable-sized rainbow trout this December. Wondering if the stocking trucks are going to be backing up to your favorite fishing hole? We asked our Fish and Game hatchery staff to boil down some of the most… more
Southeast Region Mule Deer Advisory Committee Meets Dec. 2
| idfg-jjackson
The Southeast Region Mule Deer Advisory Committee will be meeting on Monday, Dec. 2, in Soda Springs. Meeting time, location, and agenda items follow.
Southeast Region Mule Deer Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda
Dec. 2, 6-9 p.m.
Historical Enders Building
76 S Main St., Soda… more
Rainbow trout stocking schedule for December 2024 in the Magic Valley Region
| idfg-tthompson
Hatchery personnel from Fish and Game’s Magic Valley Region will be stocking approximately 900 10-12” catchable-sized rainbow trout in December. All stocking dates and numbers of fish are approximate.
Stocking of all waters is tentative and dependent on river/lake/pond conditions (angler safety concerns); dates… more
Lake Pend Oreille fishing logbooks must be turned in by Dec. 10 for a chance to win prizes
| idfg-tjross
If you are a fisherman participating in the angler science program on Lake Pend Oreille, thank you for investing time and energy into helping Idaho Fish and Game. Information collected by anglers will help Fish and Game manage the trophy rainbow trout fishery.
More steelhead bound for the Boise River
| idfg-bpearson
More steelhead are headed for the Boise River the day before Thanksgiving.
Approximately 110 additional steelhead will be released into the Boise River on Wednesday, Nov. 27. The Fish and Game fish stocking trucks will be releasing fish at the usual locations:
Glenwood Bridge Americana Bridge… more
Video: See bighorn sheep management in the field and the partnership between F&G and the Wild Sheep Foundation
| idfg-rphillips
Bighorn sheep are elusive animals who inhabit some of Idaho’s most rugged and remote terrain. Knowing what’s happening with bighorn herds can be a challenge, and sometimes, big challenges are best accomplished with a team.
In this case, the team consists of Idaho Fish and Game and the Wild Sheep Foundation… more
Upper Salmon River Fall 2024 Steelhead Fishing Update (11-26-2024)
| idfg-bbeller
Inconsistent weather and river conditions made fishing more challenging on some days last week, but many anglers still managed to catch steelhead. Angler effort was similar to the previous week, with most bank anglers observed downstream of North Fork, while boat anglers were primarily spread out between Spring Creek… more
Anglers: Paper permits for steelhead/salmon will only be available at F&G offices, vendors after Dec. 9
| idfg-cliess
For anglers wanting to buy a paper salmon and steelhead permit for late 2024 or early 2025 will need to do so in person at a Fish and Game Office or license vendor location after Dec. 9. E-tags for steelhead/salmon can be bought online at any time. Anglers can buy the e-tag online through the Go Outdoors Idaho app or… more
Join F&G staff in Garden Valley on Dec. 3 to talk impacts of 2024 fires on big game herds
| idfg-bpearson
On Tuesday, Dec. 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Fish and Game will host a public meeting in Garden Valley to discuss the impacts of this year's fires on big game herds in the Sawtooth units. The meeting will be held at Garden Valley High School, 1053 Banks Lowman Road.
U.S. Forest Service staff will also be… more
When to call the Citizens Against Poaching hotline versus a Fish and Game Regional office
| idfg-tjross
When you observe something wildlife related and need to get in touch with Idaho Fish and Game, there are a few important questions to consider before deciding which phone number to call.
Fill every crevice of your freezer by hunting these small game species this winter
| idfg-cliess
Small game hunting through winter is a great way for hunters young and old to develop their skills and confidence without breaking the bank. You don’t need specialized or expensive gear to hunt them, just a .22 long rifle and/or any shotgun, warm clothes, and boots suitable for hiking. The skills learned while… more
The 2025 nonresident deer/elk tag sale will be on Dec. 10, 2024, other license and tag sales will be affected
| idfg-cliess
The sale for 2025 nonresident deer and elk tags will be held on Dec. 10 this year. The change is intended to allow residents to conveniently buy licenses and permits in early December, ensure auto-renew transactions can be processed in a timely manner, and provide better customer service to all buyers.
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Update: Hunting and Advanced Technology working group to meet virtually on Dec. 2, see previous meetings here
| idfg-rphillips
Idaho Fish and Game’s Hunting and Advanced Technology working group recently completed its first two meetings, and the next meeting is Dec. 2 from 6-9 p.m. MST via Zoom. People can attend virtually through this LINK.
The Dec. 2 virtual meeting will have speakers from the fair chase hunting community,… more
F&G officers investigating 43 ducks shot and left to waste on Pine Creek Pass
| idfg-jbrower
On Nov. 12, Fish and Game conservation officers were made aware of 43 ducks that had been dumped just off the Upper Rainey Creek Road, approximately one-half mile from State Hwy 31, at the top of Pine Creek Pass in unit 67. Most of the ducks were still whole and unfrozen leading officers to believe they were… more
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Update - 11/19/2024
| idfg-bbeller
Steelhead angler effort along the Upper Salmon River was noticeably lower last week as colder temperatures settled into the area. Most of the angler effort remained downstream of Salmon, ID, with boat anglers primarily observed upstream of North Fork.
Anglers that were able to get out on the river last… more
A portion of Boise River WMA will remain closed through March 31
| idfg-bpearson
Boise River WMA Closure Update