Press Releases and Articles
Paw patrol: Idaho Fish and Game uses specially trained K9s to investigate wildlife crimes
| idfg-jjackson
The dog days of summer may be over, but for six-year-old black lab Dexter--- one of Idaho Fish and Game’s K-9s -- that suits him just fine. Fall brings on one of the busiest and most exciting times of year for this eager sleuth and his partner, District Conservation Officer Tim Klucken of Pocatello, as they hit the… more
November trout stocking schedule for the Southeast Region
| idfg-jjackson
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and here is something to be thankful for… fall fishing! Personnel from Idaho Fish and Game’s hatcheries in the Southeast Region will be releasing nearly 10,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at various locations during November.
Some notable stocking highlights include:… more
Deer hunting continues into November and December, even if you have regular deer tag
| idfg-rphillips
For many Idaho hunters “deer season” is seen as two or three weeks in October during the general, any-weapon season, particularly if they’re targeting mule deer in central or south Idaho. But there are many other opportunities available for those who haven’t notched a tag and want to keep deer hunting.
Pull… more
Upper Snake Fisheries Manager talks Henry's Fork in podcast
| idfg-jbrower
Fisheries Manager Brett High from the Upper Snake Region was recently featured on the Destination Angler Podcast. Brett is an avid angler and active outdoorsman with over 16 years of experience managing trout fisheries in Eastern Idaho.
Listen in to hear Brett discuss all things… more
No matter where you live in Idaho, bats are nearby
| idfg-rdixon
Bat Week (October 24-31, 2020) is an international, annual celebration designed to raise awareness about the need for bat conservation. Bats are amazing creatures that are vital to the health of our natural world and economy. Although we may not always see them, bats are hard at work all around the world each night—… more
Mule deer harvests down based on early check station reports, but more data needed
| idfg-rphillips
Deer hunting in southern Idaho either got off to a slow start, or the harvest stats are lagging due to the timing of the opener, or a combination. That’s the preliminary snapshot based on mid October check station reports.
Check stations mostly captured early mule deer harvests in southern… more
New hunters can get hunter education certification online or attend courses in September
| idfg-rphillips
New hunters interested in getting their Hunter Education certification can do so in person through courses held throughout the state in September and early October, or complete the online course and get certified without having to attend a field day.
To see a list of courses available go to the Hunter… more
Little Camas elk trapping project wraps up for the year in the Magic Valley Region
| idfg-tthompson
Three days of intensive elk trapping by Fish and Game biologists in the Little Camas region of southern Idaho has been completed. Trapping efforts were aimed at reducing the size of the herd of approximately 100 - 150 elk that has a long history of living almost exclusively on private property and depredating on… more
Fire restrictions lifted on Fish and Game lands in Upper Snake
| idfg-jbrower
Current weather conditions have allowed managers to remove fire restrictions from lands managed by the Idaho Fish and Game in the Upper Snake Region effective immediately. Removal of these restrictions allows users to build fires within established fire rings at approved camping areas only. Fireworks, explosive… more
Governor Brad Little appoints Ron Davies of Clayton as F&G Commissioner for the Salmon Region
| idfg-rphillips
Governor Brad Little has appointed Ron Davies of Clayton as the Idaho Fish and Game Commission Salmon Region representative.
“Ron is not only a lifelong Idahoan and avid hunter and fisherman, but he has proven himself in committed service to the people of the Gem State, ” Governor Little said. “I… more
Panhandle Region operating November check stations to monitor for chronic wasting disease
| idfg-kcampbell
Idaho Fish and Game staff will be collecting samples from deer at hunter check stations across the Panhandle over two weekends in November as part of a statewide surveillance program for chronic wasting disease (CWD).
Chronic wasting disease is a contagious, fatal neurological disease that affects deer, elk… more
Information sought about bull and cow moose killed and left to waste near Banks
| idfg-bpearson
Idaho Fish and Game is asking the public for information regarding two moose that were recently poached and left to waste on the border of Unit 32 and Unit 32A west of Banks.
Fish and Game conservation officers received a call from the Citizens Against Poaching hotline on Oct. 18 regarding a cow moose that was… more
Late fall is primetime for Idaho white-tailed deer hunting
| idfg-vosborn
White-tailed deer hunting is synonymous with North and Central Idaho. Generations of hunters have hiked and hunted the forests and prairies of this region to harvest whitetails every fall. Despite encompassing a relatively small area of the state, the Panhandle and Clearwater regions account for nearly half of Idaho's… more
Deadline is Oct. 30 to apply for new Citizens Shooting Range Advisory Committee
| idfg-bpearson
Idaho Fish and Game is seeking members of the public to volunteer to serve on a Citizens Shooting Range Advisory Committee, which will be responsible for providing input about public shooting range grant applications annually.
Fish and Game is encouraging members of the public who actively use shooting ranges… more
Fall aerial weed spray completed on Craig Mountain WMA
| idfg-jbruns
Idaho Fish and Game is working to do our part in managing the landscape for noxious weeds and improving habitat on Craig Mountain Wildlife Management Area. An aerial spray application that took place on Wednesday, November 4th in the Billy Creek and Lime Point areas of Craig Mt, within the Craig Mt Wildlife… more
Magic Valley Region rainbow trout stocking schedule for November 2020
| idfg-tthompson
Hatchery personnel from Fish and Game’s Magic Valley Region will be stocking approximately 900 10-12” catchable-sized rainbow trout in November. All stocking dates and numbers of fish are approximate and may change without notice due to water or weather conditions.
… more
Salmon Region waters to be stocked with trout in early November
| idfg-mdemick
Idaho Department of Fish and Game will stock 1,400 rainbow trout in the 10-12 inch range at three local waters the first week of November.
Hayden Creek Pond, a family friendly fishing area along Hayden Creek, will receive 600 trout. Anglers will find ample bank fishing opportunities, restroom, and a dock for… moreKiwanis Park Pond in Lewiston is freshly stocked with 750 catchable rainbow trout
| idfg-jbruns
A truckload of 750 catchable sized 10-inch trout arrived at Kiwanis Park pond this morning. Hatchery staff busily worked to measure the water temperature to ensure the fish were properly acclimated to the current water conditions.
After learning that the water temperature in the truck… more