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Several wildfires have started due to a lighting storm that moved through northern Idaho

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Lighting storms with multiple strikes resulted in several wildfires throughout the Panhandle Region and northern Idaho. Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) and Timber Protection Association fire crews are working hard to contain the fires in the Mission Flats area near Cataldo and Graham Mountain. Please continue to… more

Jack Chinook Salmon stocked in Mosquito Flat

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Personnel from Idaho Fish and Game's Sawtooth Hatchery released 250 jack Chinook salmon in Mosquito Flat Reservoir near Challis on Thursday, July 8.

“Unfortunately, we haven’t been able to have any Chinook salmon fisheries in the Upper Salmon River this year, due to low wild fish returns, as well as low adult… more

No camping at F&G's Boise Headquarters or MK Nature Center prior to capped elk zone tag sales

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Due to ongoing construction of Fish and Game’s new headquarters building at 600 S. Walnut St. in Boise and related safety concerns, there will be no camping allowed on the Headquarters or Fish and Game's Morrison Knudsen Nature Center (MK Nature Center) premises, including the parking lot, prior to the start of the… more

Twin Lakes and Spirit Lake access sites will be closed part of the week of July 12 for routine maintenance

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The Twin Lakes access site will be closed to all public use on July 12 and 13. This site is located in the channel between Upper and Lower Twin lakes on West Twin Lakes Road.

 

Spirit Lake access site will be closed at dusk on July 12 and remain closed through July 15. This site is… more

Fire crews continue to make headway on multiple fires on Craig Mountain Wildlife Management Area

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Lighting storms with multiple strikes resulted in fires throughout the region. Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) fire crews are working hard to make headway to contain the fires in the Hoover Point area, Corral Creek, Captain John areas of Craig Mountain WMA. Please continue to stay clear of these locations to allow… more

Fish salvage order issued for Mormon and Fish Creek reservoirs

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The Magic Valley Regional Office of Fish and Game has been monitoring the water level and temperatures at different locations within the region and have found conditions in some reservoirs no longer suitable for fish survival. (Fish managers face difficult choices when high heat threatens fish) In response, a… more

Dixie fire exceeds 7,000 acres as firefighters continue suppression efforts

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Release courtesy of Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest, US Forest Service

Firefighting resources are still engaged in suppression operations on the Dixie fire, located 40 miles southeast of Grangeville and 15 miles south of Elk City near the community of Dixie. The fire is estimated to be about 7,000 acres… more

F&G increases patrols at Cartier Slough to address littering and safety concerns

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Over the last few years, Cartier Slough Wildlife Management Area (WMA) next to the popular Beaver Dick Park off of Highway 33 has experienced an increase in visitor use by locals and college students as they enjoy the hunting and hiking opportunities it offers. Unfortunately the WMA has also experienced an increase in… more

Weekly Salmon Fishing Update – July 7, 2021

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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.

Chinook salmon fishing started April 24, and this week we cover seasons and rules information and… more

South Fork Salmon River Chinook Update – 7/6/21

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Hey everyone. I hope you all had a safe and happy Independence Day weekend! For those of you who fished the South Fork over the long-weekend – it was great to see you out there! For those of you who didn’t – you’ve got another shot at it.

Here is a table showing our summary statistics for the South Fork… more

Trapper education course scheduled July 31 in Salmon

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Fish and Game will host a trapper education course in Salmon on Saturday, July 31 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fish and Game Office, 99 Highway 93 North.

The interactive course provides students with hands-on training from experienced trapping instructors. Basic trapping techniques with safety, ethical trapper… more

Simple precautions at camp and home can help avoid bear problems

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While it is exciting to see a bear in the wild, it isn’t so wonderful to have one in your campsite at midnight.

Most conflicts with bears occur from July through September and are linked to careless handling of food and garbage. With thousands of campers, anglers, and hikers venturing outdoors, Idaho Fish and… more

Jack Chinook Salmon stocked in Kid’s Creek Pond

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Employees from Idaho Fish and Game's Sawtooth Hatchery released 75 Jack Chinook Salmon in Kid’s Creek Pond in Salmon on Friday, July 2.

“This will make for some great fishing, as jacks are very feisty and make excellent table fare,” said Greg Schoby, Fish and Game Fisheries Manager.

Jack… more

July notices for Farragut Public Shooting Range

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Sections of Farragut Public Shooting Range will be closed to general public use on the following dates and times:

50 Yard Range closure:

Saturday, July 10 from 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Saturday, July 24 from 1:30 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.

100 Yard Range closure:

Sunday, July 25 from 9:00 a.m… more

F&G Commission meeting July 13-14 in Pocatello

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The Fish and Game Commission will meet in Pocatello on July 13-14, with the public hearing starting at 7 p.m. MDT Tuesday, July 13, at the Southeast Regional Office, 1345 Barton Road. People can address the Commission about any matters related to Fish and Game at that time. The public hearing will not be streamed live… more

Low flows, high temperatures prompt managers to truck sockeye and alter other hatchery operations

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The combination of low snowpack, lack of spring precipitation, and hot summer air temperatures are reducing stream flows and reservoir elevations, and increasing water temperatures across Idaho. These conditions have forced Fish and Game staff to modify normal operations in order to save fish and meet program goals.… more

How to camp safely in bear country and avoid unwanted encounters

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Summer is upon us, leading many to escape to the mountains to relax and camp. Before you head to the hills, Fish and Game wildlife biologists remind everyone to be mindful of wildlife, especially bears, when camping. Food storage when camping is especially important. Bears are quick learners and have an excellent… more

F&G implements Stage l Fire Restrictions on department managed lands in the Upper Snake Region

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Stage I Fire Restrictions

The following are prohibited on Fish and Game managed lands and access sites within the Upper Snake Region until further notice:

Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, or stove fire except within a designated recreation site, within a fire structure provided by… more