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Japanese Yew Claims Eight Elk Near Idaho Falls

Fri, 02/03/2017 - 14:21 | idfg-glosinski

Japanese Yew Claims Eight Elk Near Idaho Falls

IDAHO FALLS-Eight elk outside of Idaho Falls were added to the roster of known wildlife mortalities so far this year in Idaho, which have been linked to the toxic non-native Japanese Yew plant. Wildlife lab results confirmed that all… more

An opportunity to help Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout Populations in Rainey Creek

Fri, 02/03/2017 - 09:50 | idfg-bhigh

Cutthroat run sizes in Rainey Creek continue to lag behind spawning runs in the other tributaries despite the fact that Rainey Creek is the South Fork Snake River’s largest tributary by drainage area. In 2016, 19 Cutthroat were captured at the Rainey Creek weir while runs at the other three main tributaries… more

How Winter Big Game Feeding Works

Thu, 02/02/2017 - 17:37 | idfg-glosinski

How Winter Big Game Feeding Works

IDAHO FALLS – If the prognostications of Punxsutawney Phil in Pennsylvania carry any weight in Idaho, then we are set for six more weeks of winter. After having a number of milder winters in a row, this year’s winter seems harsh, even though it is… more

Elk found dead in Challis and North Fork after eating poisonous yew

Thu, 02/02/2017 - 17:05 | idfg-tcuret

In two separate events, a total of eight elk were found dead in the Salmon Region after apparent poisoning from eating Japanese yew, a common yet toxic landscaping shrub.

“Three elk were reported by a sportsman near North Fork and five elk were found on and adjacent to the golf course in Challis… more

Lake Cascade Ice Fishing Update 2/2/17

Thu, 02/02/2017 - 14:28 | idfg-pjanssen

The ice conditions as of Friday AM are very good. Lots of rain yesterday took away the slush and made good travel conditions. Anglers are even using 4 wheelers to get around. The parking areas are very ice covered and slick with rain water cuts, so be careful.

There is a perch fishing tournament at… more

Fish and Game Seeks Input on Upcoming Big Game Hunting Seasons

Thu, 02/02/2017 - 14:13 | Anonymous (not verified)

The 2017 big game hunting season in Idaho’s southwest region is the focus of a series of open house meetings where hunters and other wildlife enthusiasts will have a chance to review and discuss big game season proposals with Fish and Game staff.

Four public open house meetings are scheduled for… more

Fish and Game wants to hear from hunters on big game season proposals for 2017 & 2018

Thu, 02/02/2017 - 14:03 | idfg-tcuret

Idaho Department of Fish and Game will hold public meetings in Salmon and Challis to meet and discuss proposed 2017 and 2018 elk, deer, pronghorn, black bear, mountain lion and wolf seasons.

Challis, February 23, Y-Inn Cafe conference room, Main Street
Salmon, February 24, Fish… more

Henrys Lake Produces Yet Another Record Catch

Thu, 02/02/2017 - 09:58 | idfg-dgarren

In a year noted for big fish, Henrys Lake produced yet another entry into the catch and release record books. Angler Jerry Dawkins of Salt Lake City submitted his 23.5" hybrid (rainbow x cutthroat hybrid, or cutbow) after catching the fish on the last day of the fishing season. … more

Hells Canyon Bighorn Sheep Capture Underway

Thu, 02/02/2017 - 09:57 | idfg-jbruns

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife plan to capture 100 bighorn sheep in five Hells Canyon herds February 2nd –14th as part of the ongoing Hells Canyon Initiative to restore bighorn sheep populations.

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SW Region Big Game Winter Feeding Update - February 1, 2017

Wed, 02/01/2017 - 16:29 | Anonymous (not verified)

It’s been more than a week since we had significant snowfall across the region, but snow levels remain fairly static and crusted in most areas due to cold daytime temperatures. It appears we might get a little relief from the cold later this week. Let’s all hope so.

Winter feeding efforts have ramped… more

Steelhead collected from Spring Valley Creek

Restoring Habitat for Steelhead in the Potlatch River Watershed

Wed, 02/01/2017 - 16:10 | idfg-jbruns

Steelhead jumping Big Bear Falls Potlatch River Basin
CAPTION: Steelhead jumping Big Bear Falls Potlatch River Basin

by Tiege Ulschmid and Joe DuPont

Every year hundreds of wild adult steelhead make the 500 mile journey from the Pacific Ocean to the Potlatch River, a… more

Clearwater River Steelhead Fishing Update

Wed, 02/01/2017 - 15:22 | idfg-bbowersox

Steelhead fishing on the Clearwater River has remained good over the past week. Catch rates from the mouth to Orofino Bridge (Section 3) and in the North Fork Clearwater River (Section 5) have remained below 10 hrs/fish caught. As we’ve said before, anytime those catch rates are below 10 hrs/fish it’s good… more

Fish and Game Seeks Input on Upcoming Chinook Salmon Seasons

Wed, 02/01/2017 - 14:08 | Anonymous (not verified)

Plan now to attend a Fish and Game public open house to provide input that will help shape this year’s Chinook salmon seasons. Idaho Fish and Game fishery personnel will be presenting information on this year’s Chinook run forecast and discussing strategies on how to best manage the sport fishery.

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winter feeding, elk, Magic Valley Region

Fish and Game is feeding about 20,000 big game animals this winter

Wed, 02/01/2017 - 13:07 | idfg-rphillips

This winter’s cold temperatures and deep snow at low elevations has prompted Idaho Fish and Game to implement emergency big game feeding at nearly 110 locations across southern and eastern Idaho. Winter conditions in the Panhandle, Clearwater and Salmon areas are closer to normal so emergency… more

Feeding Elk in Garden Valley in January 2017

Elk, Ranchers and Winter

Tue, 01/31/2017 - 18:00 | idfg-vosborn

When winter pushes elk and deer down into the valleys, hay stacks and farm fields are tempting targets for an easy meal. Idaho Fish and Game works closely with landowners to protect hay stacks and livestock. The following video explores some of the tools Fish and Game use to encourage wildlife to move on.

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Elk wait at near the feed line at Bullwhacker feed site near Ketchum.

Clearwater Winter Feeding Report - January 30, 2017

Tue, 01/31/2017 - 16:42 | idfg-staff

History

The Fish and Game Clearwater Region does not normally declare winter feeding emergencies and has never established a Winter Feeding Advisory Committee as per IC36-123.

January 30, 2017 status report

There is currently no feeding in the Clearwater Region, but… more