Press Releases and Articles
Meridian fire prompts small area closure in Unit 50
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Salmon-Challis National Forest has implemented an emergency area closure to protect Forest visitors from the current fire safety hazards associated with the Meridian Fire. This closure will remain in effect until October 20, 2020 or until rescinded, whichever occurs first.
AREA CLOSURE: Hunter Creek… more
Waterfowl season opens Oct. 19 for most of Idaho
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The waterfowl season opens Monday, Oct. 19 in much of Idaho, and has been open since Oct. 3 in Eastern Idaho and Valley County (Area 2).
The season opener for duck hunting in Area 1, which includes most of the state, was shifted later this year, so that the 107-day season ends as late as allowed within the… more
The right clothes can make you a more effective hunter
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Fall hunting takes place in all weather conditions and temperatures, so don’t overlook your hunting clothing because it may play a role in your comfort and success. It takes a little preparation and investment in the right clothing for the weather, but it will pay dividends when you're more comfortable and able… more
F&G seeking information about elk calf shot and left to waste in Unit 51
| idfg-jbrower
An elk calf was shot and left to waste Sept. 24 at the mouth of Deep Creek in Unit 51. Fish and Game Conservation Officers are looking for any information the public may have to help solve this case.
At the time of the incident only archery seasons were open in the area. "The calf was shot with a small… more
Share your Idaho Master Naturalist STORY!
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Idaho Master Naturalists! We want to hear your Idaho Master Naturalist Story! Please help us learn more about you, what you do as an IMNP and what the program means to you! Fill out this short form to contribute and THANKS!
F&G Commission approves limiting sales of nonresident disabled American veteran reduced-price deer and elk tags
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Idaho Fish and Game Commission on Oct. 8 advanced new rules for 2021 Legislative approval including a limit on the number of reduced-price deer and elk tags available for nonresident disabled American veterans. The new limit is 500 nonresident DAV deer tags and 300 nonresident DAV elk tags for over-the-counter deer… more
Information sought on mule deer buck found shot and left to waste in Bonneville County
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A mule deer buck was shot and left to waste during the evening of Sept. 24 in the Altelope Flats area located in Bonneville County between Ririe and Swan Valley. The individual or individuals involved shot the buck on private property owned by the Eagle Rock Ranch and then trespassed in a pickup truck… more
F&G seeks information on shot grizzly in Fremont County
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An adult male grizzly bear with a collar was shot and killed near Coyote Meadows in Fremont County Sept. 29 and Fish and Game is seeking information from the public regarding the incident. Grizzly bears are protected by both state and federal law with no current hunting season in Idaho.
After… more
Hunting Passport lets you go hunting on a trial basis without taking hunter education
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Idaho’s Hunting Passport is part of Fish and Game’s mentored hunting program, which allows any first-time hunter, resident or nonresident, over the age of 8, to try hunting for a year with an adult mentor without first having to complete an Idaho hunter education course. The idea is to give beginners the opportunity… more
Lewisville Knolls added to F&G’s pheasant stocking program in Upper Snake Region
| idfg-jbrower
As pheasant seasons open this October, hunters in the Upper Snake will have an additional opportunity to enjoy with the inclusion of the Lewisville Knolls into the pheasant stocking program. This will be the fourth location to receive stocked pheasants in the region along with Mud Lake, Market Lake and Cartier… more
Seats available in Coeur d'Alene trapping and wolf trapping certification classes
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Seats are still available for upcoming trapper certification and wolf trapper certification classes in Coeur d' Alene! All classes have reduced seating to accommodate for social distancing.
Classes are available on October 24th and 25th. Click on the class name below to sign up.… more
Thousands of Lamprey in the South Fork Salmon River
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Over the last two years, researchers operating a rotary screw trap on the South Fork Salmon River have been catching thousands of juvenile lamprey each year.
Lamprey are the most historic fish in the Columbia River Basin, dating back 450 million years. They are anadromous, just like Salmon and steelhead, and… more
Don't wait until the last minute to buy your license and tags
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General any-weapon hunts start for deer in most units in the state on Oct. 10, and a variety of elk hunts will also be starting in October. Hunters are encouraged to buy their licenses and tags in advance to avoid a last-minute rush.
Lines can be long at some vendors, especially at popular locations,… more
Nearly 600,000 acres available for hunting, fishing and trapping thanks to PotlatchDeltic large tract access program
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Idaho Fish and Game and PotlatchDeltic continues the long-term lease agreement partnership to provide and preserve public access for hunting, fishing and trapping on 567,002 acres of private timber land in north-central Idaho.
Fish and Game is using revenue raised from the access/depredation… more
F&G Commission to meet via conference call to decide on rulemaking proposals
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Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet via conference call Oct. 8 at 8:30 a.m. MDT to decide on rule making proposals. People wishing to listen in on the meeting can go to the Southwest Regional office at 15950 N. Gate Blvd. in Nampa or call to make arrangements at other Fish and Game Regional Offices.
Each… more
Hunters: Remember that if your tag isn't properly notched, it's invalid
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Reminder for hunters, after you harvest your animal, you must validate your tag by completely removing the correct day and month – just like in the picture – and attaching it to the largest portion of the carcass.
Nampa Research Fish Ageing Lab: Adaptive Working Through COVID-19
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Uncertain times call for a certain adaptability. During COVID-19, the adaptability of the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) has enabled staff to effectively work throughout the pandemic’s uncertainty. The Nampa Research Anadromous Ageing Lab (NRAAL) is one example that exemplifies IDFG’s successful efforts of… more
Oct. 5 - Upper Salmon steelhead fishing report
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Steelhead have started to arrive in the upper Salmon River, and department personnel began interviewing anglers on Friday, October 2. The majority of anglers were found fishing downstream of North Fork in location code 15, while angler effort downstream of the Middle Fork Salmon River in location code 14 and upstream… more