Press Releases and Articles
Tax Check-off supports Idaho's wildlife
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Anyone working on this year's tax forms might consider checking the box to donate to Idaho's wildlife. Taxpayers may check the square on their Idaho tax forms to donate any amount of their refund to the Nongame Wildlife Conservation Fund administered by Idaho Fish and Game. This fund is used to pay for important… moreHow to get big game trophies scored and entered into the record books
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By Phil Cooper and Roger Phillips, Idaho Fish and Game Most big-game hunts are over and stories are circulating about some big trophies that were taken during the fall hunting seasons, including a possible state-record moose. Many hunters are excited to have their trophies officially measured, but others are… moreAsk Fish and Game: Steelhead fishing
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Q: What month of the year is best for fishing steelhead, and what river is recommended? A: During most years, steelhead fishing is usually best October through November and again early March through April. While steelhead can be caught in the winter between December and February, catch rates are usually much lower… moreElk find trouble in Hailey
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Ten elk died yesterday after eating Japanese Yew in the Hailey Cemetery; later that night a lone cow elk fell in a window well and was trapped in a resident's basement, and other elk continue to be hit and killed on roadways. "It is one of those years, we have a lot of elk and we have our first normal snow levels in… more
Input sought on the 10-year revision of the Idaho State Wildlife Action Plan
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is asking for public input on the 10-year revision of the Idaho State Wildlife Action Plan. Fish and Game officials are interested in tapping local knowledge and experience to improve Idaho's plan. When completed, the Action Plan is intended to conserve fish and wildlife by… more
Draft Review period begins for 2015 SWAP
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Input sought on the 10-year revision of the Idaho State Wildlife Action Plan through January 20th.
Review the Draft Plan
Rainbow Trout Stocking Schedule for Nampa Area
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Personnel from Fish and Game's Nampa Hatchery will be releasing more than 2,500 catchable-sized rainbow trout at the following locations during January. LOCATION WEEK STOCKED NUMBER OF TROUT Marsing Pond January 4 450 Wilson Springs (Nampa) January 4 250 Wilson Springs (Nampa) January 18 250 Wilson Springs… moreWebsite provides information about banded waterfowl in Idaho
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By Roger Phillips, Idaho Fish and Game Public Information Specialist Waterfowl bands have a special place in waterfowl hunting. They're not ducks playing music, waterfowl bands are part of a long-running project where wildlife managers trap waterfowl, usually during late summer, and place small metal bands on the legs… moreMoose in my yard (my neighborhood) What do I do?
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By Phil Cooper, Panhandle Region Conservation Educator When a moose shows up in your yard, give it space. Take photos through the window to capture the momentÉit may never happen again. Don't approach the moose, as your presence could agitate it. The moose will likely leave shortly after giving you a free tree… moreNew Year requires new Idaho hunting and fishing license
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Before heading out in the New Year, Idaho hunters and anglers are reminded to pick up a 2016 license. Nearly all of Idaho's hunting and fishing licenses, tags, and permits are sold on a calendar year basis, and they expire December 31. The only licenses or permit not sold on a calendar year basis are Idaho's… moreSpring steelhead season opens New Year's Day
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For some anglers, the best thing about New Year's is the start of the spring steelhead season, which opens January 1. Anglers are reminded that they will need a 2016 fishing license and steelhead permit. Spring steelhead season will open on the: - Salmon River from its mouth to the posted boundary 100 yards… moreAsk Fish and Game: Hunter reports
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Q. I forgot to turn in my hunter report, is it too late? A. No, it's not too late. Reporting is required either 10 days after a deer, elk or pronghorn is harvested, or ten days following the end of the season for which a tag is valid. Hunters are required to file a report for each tag they purchased, whether they hunt… moreLast minute Christmas gifts for hunters and anglers
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Hunters and anglers are undoubtedly the easiest people to buy Christmas gifts for. There are items that would be appreciated that cost only a few dollarsÉall the way up to items that cost hundreds or more. There is absolutely no end to the products that are available in the retail stores for someone on your list who… moreWatch for wildlife on wintery roads
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Recent winter storms and colder temperatures have contributed to the movement of deer and elk to lower elevations throughout southeast Idaho. More animals are moving through urban/wildland interfaces, where they can be problematic for motorists in neighborhoods and on county roads. And, these animals are also crossing… moreFish and Game seeks comments on proposed boat ramp for South Fork of Teton River
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Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking written public comment regarding the proposed construction of a new boat launch on the South Fork of the Teton River. The proposed boat ramp would create an access point on the Teton River below Rexburg, and allow boat traffic downstream to the confluence with the Henrys… moreIce anglers find mixed results at Henrys Lake
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There is one winter activity that's off and running at Henrys Lake - ice fishing. A November cold snap helped ice form on this famous fishery, and anglers have responded by boring holes in the ice in hopes of catching a lunker. Many anglers have recently reported catching and releasing a dozen or more fish each day… moreFishing season and rule books available soon
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Idaho's fishing seasons and rules books for 2016-2018 have been sent to the printer and are expected to be available at license vendors this week. Meanwhile the rules are available online at http://fishandgame.idaho.gov. The new fishing rules will be in effect for three years, beginning January 1, 2016 through… moreCommission to meet in Boise in January
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet by conference call Thursday, January 21 to set the 2016 and 2017 upland game, turkey and furbearer seasons. The call will begin at 9 a.m. at Fish and Game Headquarters, 600 S. Walnut in Boise. There will be no public testimony taken during the call, but the public is… more