Press Releases and Articles
See a bat in or around your home? Don’t panic, here’s what you need to know
| idfg-scassinelli
Fall is a crucial time for bats as they migrate or prepare for hibernation. It’s not uncommon to find a bat roosting on the side of buildings or homes. However, there’s no need to panic; they are often just resting to conserve energy while passing through.
Bats are frequently misunderstood. They are not… more
Interested in teaching hunter education? Attend new instructor orientation in Jerome Nov. 22
| idfg-talberti
Idaho Fish and Game's Magic Valley Region is seeking new volunteer hunter education instructors to help ensure that the newest generation of Idaho hunters has a thorough understanding of safety, ethics, and conservation.
New instructor orientationThe Magic Valley Regional Office in Jerome will host an… more
A quick and dirty guide to elk hunting this year
| idfg-cliess
Sure, some might argue that the peak of elk season spans the first and last days of September while you traipse around the woods with a compound bow in your hand, listening for bugles. I’m not going to dispute that; however, there are several opportunities throughout the fall to go after elk, and the point of this… more
Trout pond at the Rapid River Hatchery near Riggins will close to fishing and public access on Oct. 24
| idfg-rphillips
Fishing in the trout pond at the Rapid River Fish Hatchery will permanently close at the end of the day on Friday, Oct. 24 due to the impending facility redesign and construction project at that is expected to start in November.
The trout pond will be replaced with a new adult salmon holding and spawning… more
Don't trust AI for hunting and fishing regulations; go to the source
| idfg-rphillips
Are you new school, cutting edge, and tech savvy? Beware, it could cost you a ticket if you’re getting your Idaho Fish and Game season dates and regulations from AI or search engine results. It’s better to be old school and check the printed Seasons and Rules booklets, or check online directly from Fish and Game’s… more
Pack River delta habitat restoration work to begin soon
| idfg-tjross
A large habitat restoration effort is set to begin this fall on the Pack River delta, continuing work to improve fish and wildlife habitat in Lake Pend Oreille. Construction on the third phase of the project will begin in late-Oct. or early-Nov., just east of the area locals refer to as Mud Lake.… more
Clearwater region rainbow trout stocking schedule- October
| idfg-jbruns
Fish and Game staff will be stocking over 46,000 catchable-size (10 to 12 inch) trout at the following locations across the Clearwater Region in October!
All fish stocked are rainbow trout, unless otherwise noted. Stocking of all waters is tentative and dependent on river/lake/pond conditions (angler… more
White-tailed deer tooth collections and antler measurements to begin for units 2, 10A and select controlled hunts
| idfg-tjross
Panhandle and Clearwater hunters planning to pursue white-tailed deer in units 2, 10A and select controlled hunts are encouraged to participate in the third year of Idaho Fish and Game’s age study.
Participation is voluntary, and hunter-provided samples help wildlife managers better understand the… more
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (10-14-2025)
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the second Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for the fall 2025 season, and the data discussed in this report were collected from October 6 through October 12. Angler effort increased modestly last week, with most of the effort observed downstream of North Fork in location codes 14 and 15… more
Idaho Fish and Game's King Hill boating and access site in the Magic Valley Region will be closed October 20, 2025 through December 19, 2025
| idfg-Kenzie.Baratti
The Idaho Fish and Game King Hill fishing and boating access site will be closed from October 20, 2025 through approximately December 19, 2025, while crews complete necessary upgrades to the parking area. The closure is part of ongoing efforts to enhance fishing and boating access for anglers and other… more
Idaho Fish and Game recognize 2 hunter education instructors on 45 years of service
| idfg-jbruns
Idaho Fish and Game is pleased to announce that two hunter education instructors in the Clearwater Region were recently recognized for 45 years of service to the program. David Owsley of Orofino and Mike Hallisey of Deary were the recipients of this prestigious recognition.
Both David and Mike were… more
Idaho Fish and Game seeks identity of suspected poachers in the Coeur d’Alene area
| idfg-tjross
Idaho Fish and Game is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying two individuals suspected of committing various wildlife crimes involving big game in the Coeur d’Alene area.
Part 4: When the depredation bill comes due, how F&G pays for damages to private lands caused by big game
| idfg-rphillips
Roughly a third of Idaho’s land is privately owned, and many of the state's big game herds spend at least a portion of their year on private land. That’s why working with landowners is critical to maintaining abundant and healthy big game herds. Many landowners appreciate wildlife on their property, even if they cause… more
Southwest Region rainbow trout stocking schedule - October
| idfg-bpearson
Fish and Game staff will be stocking nearly 19,000 catchable-size (10 to 12 inch) trout throughout the Southwest Region in October.
All fish stocked are rainbow trout. Stocking of all waters is tentative and dependent on river/lake/pond conditions (angler safety concerns); dates may change due to… more
Part 3: Depredation hunts: Idaho Fish and Game's most misunderstood hunts
| idfg-rphillips
Most hunters think of Idaho deer and elk hunts occurring in the fall when they get to pursue their favorite quarry across Idaho’s vast backcountry and additional hunting access provided on private lands ranging from corporate timberlands to rural farms and ranches.
Many of the traditional, general and… more
Hunters: Remember to allow at least 10 business days delivery time when ordering tags online or by phone
| idfg-cliess
Ordering online or by phone is a convenient way to buy your hunting/fishing licenses and permits, but sportsmen and women are reminded to allow enough time for their products to be mailed before their outings.
Fish and Game recommends at least 10 business days for hunting tags to arrive. (Note: The items… more
Officers investigating illegal killing of up to 4 moose in Elk River and Clarkia areas
| idfg-jbruns
Idaho Fish and Game conservation officers began investigating the illegal killing of up to four moose in the Elk River and Clarkia areas. The moose were killed on PotlatchDeltic corporate timber lands between Oct. 3 and 5. Conservation officers are looking for additional information including kill sites and people in… more
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (10-09-2025)
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the first of the weekly Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing reports for the fall 2025 season. IDFG interviewed steelhead anglers along the Upper Salmon River last Thursday through last Sunday, with no anglers reporting catching a steelhead. Angler effort was low during the first weekend of October… more