Press Releases and Articles
Three helpful tips to remember when interacting with your local conservation officers
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With most hunting seasons being open or opening within the next few weeks, Idaho’s hunting, fishing and trapping culture will soon be enjoyed by many.
Amidst the hustle and bustle this time of year, Idaho Fish and Game’s conservation officers are also hitting the woods to help keep people safe and to ensure… more
McCall Hatchery closed to public for large construction project starting Oct. 1
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Idaho Fish and Game’s McCall Fish Hatchery will be closed to the public starting Oct.1 to allow construction of two holding ponds. During the months of June, July, and August, the new holding ponds will be used to house adult Chinook salmon broodstock awaiting spawning, and will allow the hatchery to more efficiently… more
Hunters: Be sure to know and follow motorized vehicle rules for Forest Service lands
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Now that hunting season is upon us, one topic that always comes up is the use of motorized vehicles on US Forest Service lands. There are a few things that hunters need to know to avoid any issues or situations that may result in citations this fall.
First: You cannot drive anywhere you want on US Forest… more
F&G works with local Boy Scouts to improve fish habitat in C. Ben Ross Reservoir
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In June, Fish and Game staff teamed up with a local Boy Scouts of America chapter in Payette and Eagle Scout candidate Ethan Bergener of Nampa, to deploy 50 artificial habitat structures in C. Ben Ross Reservoir, which fisheries biologists hope will ultimately help grow bigger largemouth bass in this fishery. These… more
Spring Valley Reservoir Tree Sanctuary
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By Joe Thiessen, Regional Fisheries Biologist
Spring Valley Reservoir is a popular fishery for warmwater fish as well as stocked trout, and it is located approximately 20 miles east of Moscow, Idaho. In recent years, we have seen a decrease in the size of many fish species, especially Largemouth Bass. Upon… more
Hunters asked to help with Chronic Wasting Disease testing in the Salmon Region
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Chronic Wasting Disease or CWD was detected for the first time in Idaho in 2021 after more than 20 years of proactive surveillance and testing. CWD is a contagious and fatal neurological disease that affects deer, elk, and moose. There is no cure for this fatal disease.
As a result of last year’s detections and… more
Hunters should use caution this fall waterfowl season as avian influenza sees another surge
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Avian influenza could impact Idaho waterfowl hunters yet again this fall, with the virus now discovered across much of the state. Fish and Game biologists are already seeing an increase in reports of avian mortality, the suspected cause of which is high pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI).
“We are uncertain of… more
Hunters: Ask first and treat landowners with respect when hunting on private land (you may get invited back)
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Remember the adage “treat others how you would want to be treated?” Well, that doesn’t apply to just elders and grade school teachers. Hunters and private landowners share a unique relationship that often gets overlooked until about a month or so before hunting season opens. With many of Idaho's hunting seasons in… more
New website provides notices of public meetings from 200 Idaho agencies, boards and commissions
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Governor Brad Little and State Controller Brandon Woolf recently announced exciting new enhancements to Townhall.Idaho.Gov, the new public meeting website where users can now subscribe to receive up-to-date notifications for public meetings related to almost 200 State of Idaho agencies, board, and commissions,… more
Youth marksmanship skills workshops to be hosted in the Panhandle Region on Sept. 25
| idfg-tjross
Idaho Fish and Game staff and volunteers in the Panhandle Region will be hosting a Youth Marksmanship Skills Workshop on Sept. 25 at the Farragut Shooting Range Center in Athol.
The workshop is for youth, ages 9 to 17 who have successfully completed hunter education. Participants will receive one-on-one… more
Fish and Game, Magic Valley Region prepares for enhanced Chronic Wasting Disease testing
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Chronic Wasting Disease or CWD was detected for the first time in Idaho in 2021 after more than 20 years of proactive surveillance and testing. CWD is a contagious and fatal neurological disease that affects deer, elk, and moose. There is no cure for this fatal disease.
As a result of last year’s detection and… more
F&G receives multiple reports of mountain lion in Garden City and West Boise
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Between Sept. 12 and Sept. 14, Idaho Fish and Game’s Southwest Region Office received multiple reports of a mountain lion moving through western Boise and Garden City. Footage of the animal was captured on two residential doorbell cameras, allowing Fish and Game to confirm that the animal was a mountain lion.
… more
Fish and Game biologists monitor changes in Jarbidge River fish abundance
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Idaho Fish and Game biologists are constantly monitoring the abundance of fish and wildlife populations across the state in order to track changes that may be occurring, so that management adjustments can be made if necessary. There are literally thousands of fish populations to monitor around the state, in… more
Fall walleye and lake trout on Lake Pend Oreille: bites you don’t want to miss!
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September marks the changing of seasons and the beginning of fall. School is back in session, hunting season is upon us and cooling water temperatures can mean increased angling success for those who put in the time. Over the past months, two more walleye were turned in that contained $1000 reward tags;… more
Vamos A Pescar! Fish and Game hosts fall fishing event at McTucker Ponds near Springfield
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Join Fish and Game on Saturday, Sept. 24, at McTucker Ponds near Springfield for this free fishing event from 9 a.m. to noon. Spanish-speaking staff and volunteers will be assisting at this special event aimed at welcoming and encouraging everyone to the sport of fishing.… more
¡Vamos a pescar! Fish and Game organiza un evento de pesca de otoño en McTucker Ponds cerca de Springfield
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¡Vamos a Pescar! ¡Idaho Fish and Game está organizando un evento comunitario para presentar a los residentes de habla inglesa y español del sureste y este de Idaho a la pesca!
Únase a Fish and Game el sábado 24 de septiembre en McTucker Ponds cerca de Springfield para… more
10 tips for hunters during fire season
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With ideal conditions for wildfires to spread and with more hunters heading afield, hunters should pay close attention to fire closures and be prepared to alter their plans if necessary. They should also do their part to ensure they aren't contributing to the problem.
Here are 10 things every hunter can do… more
Help fight wildlife crime by calling the CAP hotline at (800) 632-5999
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With some hunting seasons underway and more opening soon, Idaho Fish and Game asks the public to call the Citizens Against Poaching (CAP) hotline if they witness a violation of wildlife laws.
“The public plays a critical role in detecting and addressing wildlife crimes,” said Brian Jack, Idaho Fish and Game… more