Ask Fish and Game: second general season elk tags

Mon, 08/10/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

Q: If I purchase a second general season tag for elk at a discount, can I use it in a different elk zone than my first tag? A: Yes, as long as there are still nonresident general season tags available for that zone at the time you purchase a second tag. In addition, you would need to designate the second general… more

Early controlled hunt tags go on sale Tuesday, Aug. 11

Fri, 08/07/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

Sale of 142 controlled hunt tags for hunts that begin in mid August will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis at 10 a.m. Mountain Time, August 11 at Fish and Game offices, license vendors and online at fishandgame.idaho.gov. Tags are for these controlled hunts: - Deer hunts: 1028, 1085, 1088, and 1089 -… more

Aug. 6 sale of unclaimed tags delayed

Thu, 08/06/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

Because of a vendor computer malfunction, Idaho Fish and Game delayed sales of its early season, unclaimed controlled hunt tags that went on sale Aug. 6 on a first-come, first served basis. The department regrets any inconvenience to hunters. Tags will go back on sale after the problem is solved, and Fish and Game… more

Hunters - Hit the Bullseye at Sight In Event

Wed, 08/05/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

With hunting seasons just around the corner, big game hunters around the region are asking themselves the same question: does my rifle shoot straight? That question can be positively answered on Saturday, September 12 at the annual Sight In event, to be held at Black's Creek Public Shooting Range, 2420 E. Kuna-Mora… more

Commission to meet by conference call August 11

Wed, 08/05/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

The August 11 Idaho Fish and Game Commission meeting originally scheduled in Idaho Falls will now be a conference call. The call will begin at 9 a.m. at Fish and Game Headquarters, 600 S. Walnut. There will be no public testimony taken during the call, but the public is welcome to attend. To request… more

Kootenai River Provides Good Summer Fishing Opportunity

Tue, 08/04/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

Many streams and rivers in the Panhandle are experiencing record low flows and warm water temperatures this summer. The result is tough conditions for fish and for anglers. There are some angling opportunities worth considering that are not as impacted by the summertime water conditions. One such opportunity can be… more

Enter now for second controlled hunt drawing

Tue, 08/04/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

Over 2700 deer, elk, pronghorn and black bear controlled hunt tags are available for hunter in the second drawing. The application period for the second controlled hunt drawing runs from August 5 through August 15. Results will be available by August 20. Any tags not drawn after the second drawing will be sold… more

Fish and Game to Host Women's Hunting Clinic near St. Anthony

Tue, 08/04/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game will hold a Women's Hunting Clinic at the Chester Wetlands Wildlife Management Area (WMA) headquarters building near St. Anthony on August 22. The class will begin at 9:00 a.m. and conclude around 4:00 p.m. The focus of this class will be to provide an unintimidating… more

Hunters still have options for big game controlled hunts

Mon, 08/03/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

Hunters who were unsuccessful in the first drawing for controlled hunts in June have more chances with unclaimed tags, a second controlled hunt drawing, and Super Hunts. Unclaimed controlled hunt tags for early hunts: Unclaimed tags for controlled hunts that begin on or before August 15, and close prior to… more

Comments sought on new sage-grouse season proposals

Mon, 08/03/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

Fish and Game is seeking public input on new sage-grouse hunting season proposals. Fish and Game is seeking comments on two options for the 2015 sage-grouse season. Option 1 is the same as the season offered in 2014. Option 2 would re-open eastern Owyhee County and western Twin Falls County. This area was closed in… more

Fish and Game commission to meet August 11 in Idaho Falls

Mon, 08/03/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet Tuesday, August 11 at the Upper Snake Region office, 4279 Commerce Circle in Idaho Falls. Commissioners will consider proposed seasons for waterfowl and sage-grouse, as well as rules for bear bait distance from roads and approval of the fiscal 2017 budget request. There… more

Ask Fish and Game: Hunter Passport

Mon, 08/03/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

Q. How do you qualify for a Hunter Passport to try hunting without having to take a hunter education class first? A. Idaho's Hunting Passport is a component of Fish and Game's mentored hunting program. This special authorization allows any first-time hunter, resident or nonresident, age 8 and older to try hunting for… more

Fall chinook fishing to open Sept. 1, coho could be added

Mon, 08/03/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

Idaho Fish and Game Commission adopted a fall chinook salmon fishing season to open Sept. 1 on parts of the Snake, Clearwater and Salmon rivers, and Idaho could see its second-ever sport fishing season for coho salmon on Sept. 1 pending commission approval in August. Commissioners approved opening dates for fall… more

Fish and Game Seeks Comments on Waterfowl Seasons

Fri, 07/31/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking public comment on proposed changes to the 2015-2016 waterfowl seasons. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, which oversees waterfowl management at the national level, authorized Fish and Game to hold a waterfowl season similar to the 2014-2015 season. Using that… more

Commission Releases Bighorn Tags for Auction and Lottery

Fri, 07/31/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

The Idaho Fish and Game Commission released two 2016 bighorn sheep tags, one for lottery and one for auction, at its regular meeting in Pocatello Thursday, July 30. The lottery tag was awarded to the Idaho Wild Sheep Foundation and the auction tag was awarded to the Wild Sheep Foundation. Both organizations have a… more

Commission Sets Bird Seasons, Adjusts Mountain Lion Season

Fri, 07/31/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

Idaho bird hunters will get a liberal mourning dove season, more sandhill crane tags, and an early Canada goose season in southeastern Idaho this year. Hound hunters will also be allowed to use dogs to pursue mountain lions and black bears during November in some northern Idaho units. On Thursday July 30, the Idaho… more

Discounted Second Tags Go On Sale Aug. 1

Fri, 07/31/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-mdemick

Idaho Fish and Game is offering a discount for big game hunters who want more hunting opportunity. Through August only, resident and nonresident hunters can buy remaining nonresident tags as second tags for discounted prices of $199 for deer and $350 for elk. The price does not include the $1.75 vendor fees. After… more

Hagerman WMA Ponds Placed on Fish Salvage

Thu, 07/30/2015 - 00:00 | idfg-lfrench

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game Commission has issued a salvage order on Hagerman Wildlife Management Area's, Anderson Pond #3, Anderson Pond #4, and Riley Pond. Anglers can keep all the fish they wish in these three ponds, with the exception of White Sturgeon. Fish may be taken by any method except firearms,… more