Summer heat will cause some trout mortality, but halting fishing won't improve the situation

Fri, 07/16/2021 - 11:25 | idfg-jkozfkay

Wild animals for the most part are well equipped to survive fluctuations in environmental conditions, and trout, Idaho’s favorite fish, are no different. Although they prefer cold water, trout are highly resilient, productive and adaptive. Because of this, short-term fishing regulation changes are unlikely… more

Sawtooth Fish Hatchery to close to public July 28 & 29

Fri, 07/16/2021 - 10:03 | idfg-mdemick

Public access to the Sawtooth Fish Hatchery south of Stanley will be closed July 28-29 in order to complete improvements to the Kid’s Pond pathway.

The hatchery is a popular stopping point in the Sawtooth Valley, with the majority of visitation in June through August. The visitor center is open year round from… more

Fish and Game places Stage 1 fire restrictions on department-owned lands in the Southwest Region

Fri, 07/16/2021 - 09:23 | idfg-blowe

Southwestern Idaho is currently experiencing extreme fire conditions brought on by on-going impacts from several years of drought throughout the area. In response to these severe conditions, Fish and Game has implemented Stage 1 fire restrictions, effective July 16, 2021 on all Fish and Game owned lands within the… more

Southwest Region offering skills course covering the basics of muzzleloaders

Thu, 07/15/2021 - 17:00 | idfg-jcreson

The skills course covers the basics of using black powder muzzleloading firearms. It is offered as a free service to those individuals wishing to use a muzzleloader for hunting and/or recreational target shooting. The class will be held at Black's Creek Range from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. MST on Aug. 14.

Students… more

F&G Commission awards $100K in Community Challenge Grants

Thu, 07/15/2021 - 16:06 | idfg-bpearson

During their meeting on July 14, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission awarded $100,000  to various organizations throughout the state through the Idaho Fish and Game Commission Community Challenge Grant program.

Through this program, Idaho Fish and Game provides partnership opportunity to implement projects that… more

All ladies hunter education class coming up next week—space still available!

Thu, 07/15/2021 - 13:07 | idfg-jjackson

Once again Idaho Fish and Game will be offering its Ladies and Girls Hunter Education Class at the regional Fish and Game office in Pocatello. Class dates and times are July 19 through July 23, 9 a.m. to noon. Cost for the class is $9.75 and registration can be completed online at https://idfg.idaho.gov/hunt/education… more

Fish salvage order issued for South Butte Pond near Clayton

Thu, 07/15/2021 - 10:08 | idfg-mdemick

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has issued a salvage order for South Butte Pond west of Clayton effective July 15 to August 31, 2021.

Low water levels, diminished flows into pond, and elevated water temperatures have combined to create unsuitable conditions for trout within the 8-acre pond… more

Fish and Game to host public meeting in Hailey on trout management during drought conditions

Wed, 07/14/2021 - 16:53 | idfg-tthompson

Drought conditions in Blaine County have been described as extreme this year which has residents concerned about fish and fishing in local waters. In response, Idaho Fish and Game fisheries managers have scheduled a public meeting in Hailey to talk about trout management during drought conditions. The public meeting… more

F&G Commission approves fall Chinook, coho salmon fishing seasons

Wed, 07/14/2021 - 12:47 | idfg-rphillips

At their meeting July 14 in Pocatello, Fish and Commissioners approved fall Chinook and coho salmon fishing seasons. The preseason forecast for fall Chinook salmon of 24,710 adults is similar to last year’s return of 27,322, and the coho forecast of 14,000 is nearly double last year’s return of 7,797.

Learn to Hunt Day Camp scheduled in the Panhandle Region

Wed, 07/14/2021 - 12:27 | idfg-kcampbell

Youngsters ages 10 to 15, who have not yet completed hunter education, will enjoy learning the fundamentals of hunting through a hands-on experience. 

In addition to the basic curriculum of hunter education, such as safe firearm handling, hunting techniques and conservation principles, campers… more

Weekly Salmon Fishing Update – July 14, 2021

Wed, 07/14/2021 - 11:09 | idfg-csullivan

Welcome to our weekly Chinook Salmon Fishing Update. Each week, we will provide updates on seasons and rules and share data from creel surveys and hatchery returns to help anglers plan their salmon fishing trips.

This week we cover seasons and rules information and discuss fishing effort and harvest from the… more

Fire Danger Prompts Stage II Fire Restrictions in the Panhandle Region

Tue, 07/13/2021 - 09:57 | idfg-kcampbell

Interagency News Release courtesy of Kary Maddox, Fire Information Officer-Idaho Panhandle National Forest, kary.maddox@usda.gov

COEUR D’ALENE, ID – Drought conditions coupled with historic high temperatures have raised the fire danger rating to very high and extreme across northern Idaho. The local… more

Fire-related closures, restrictions in place or coming soon for Large Tracts Program lands

Tue, 07/13/2021 - 09:38 | idfg-bpearson

In response to extreme fire danger and strained fire suppression resources in North Idaho, Idaho Fish and Game’s corporate partners have implemented fire-related closures or restrictions on private lands enrolled in the Large Tracts Access Program.

The North Idaho Timber Group will close all public roads and… more

Stage 2 fire restrictions to be implemented in north-central Idaho starting Friday, July 16

Mon, 07/12/2021 - 22:50 | idfg-jbruns

Press Release courtesy of Jim Wimer, Public Affairs Specialist / Fire Information (208) 451-4654 • james.wimer@usda.gov

The Grangeville Interagency Dispatch Zone, which includes lands and fire response areas for the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, Idaho Department of Lands, Clearwater Potlatch… more

Hunters, anglers and other recreationist's guide to wildfire season

Mon, 07/12/2021 - 16:38 | idfg-rphillips

Wildfires can threaten public safety, destroy property, harm productive wildlife habitat, create nuisance smoke, and much more. It’s in everyone’s interest to prevent wildfires from occurring, and human-caused wildfires are unfortunately common during summer, but doing your part to prevent wildfires can make a… more

Private Land Closures Announced Due to Excessive Fire Danger

Mon, 07/12/2021 - 12:18 | idfg-staff

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 12, 2021

Contact info:

Peter Stegner: (208) 310-5949, peter.stegner@rileystegner.com

Hancock… more

Road closures on Craig Mountain WMA due to Snake River complex fire activity

Fri, 07/09/2021 - 19:11 | idfg-jbruns

Recreationists are encouraged to stay clear of Craig Mountain WMA due to fire activity. The Snake River Complex includes Captain John Creek Fire, Shovel Fire and Hoover Ridge Fires. Smoke jumpers, three dozers and numerous pieces of heavy equipment are actively fighting the Snake River Complex Fire. The complex is an… more

Cow and calf moose relocated out of Hailey neighborhood to Silver Creek

Fri, 07/09/2021 - 18:44 | idfg-tthompson

Numerous reports of a cow moose with a very young calf in a Hailey neighborhood began to come into Fish and Game’s Magic Valley Regional office shortly before the July 4th holiday weekend. The cow moose had been seen for some time in the same area of Hailey, but the addition of the calf prompted concerns about the… more