Press Releases and Articles
Mountain Lion Take Season Closed in Units 70, 73, and 73A in Southeast Idaho
| idfg-jjackson
The take season for mountain lion has closed in Game Management Units 70, 73, and 73A in southeast Idaho effective January 7, 2019. 2017-2018 Big Game Seasons and Rules states that the mountain lion take season is to be closed when 8 female mountain lions have been harvested. This harvest limit has been met. dog… more
Kid’s Ice Fishing Derby planned Feb 2 at Jimmy Smith Lake
| idfg-mdemick
Bundle up the kids, grab the fishing gear and head to Jimmy Smith Lake Saturday, Feb. 2 for the 4th Annual Kid’s Ice Fishing Derby.
The free event is for youth ages 16 and under and will run from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration is from 9:30 to noon. All kids who register before noon and are present… more
Fish and Game Dispatches Mountain Lion in Lava Hot Springs
| idfg-jjackson
A mountain lion was dispatched by Idaho Department Fish and Game in the town of Lava Hot Springs just before midnight on January 4.
Bannock County Sheriff’s Office notified Idaho Fish and Game at 6:47 pm Friday night that a mountain lion had been observed walking through Lava Hot Springs, even coming within… more
Bird Hunters and Dog Walkers
| idfg-dmegargle
While you are outdoors enjoying the many recreational opportunities that Idaho has to offer, please be aware during this time of year that trapping season is open and traps may be set near your favorite place to hunt or hike. If by chance your dog does wonder into a trap there are… more
Fish and Game Publishes Snail and Slug Monitoring Tool
| idfg-mlucid
If you are planning to celebrate the New Year with a couple of beers you might have more in common with snails and slugs than you think. Idaho Fish and Game recently published a paper evaluating the best ways to do surveys for snails and slugs and, among other things, we tested the old gardening… more
Pigeon and dove die off in Kuna area caused by common pigeon virus
| idfg-eoneale
As reports of mourning and Eurasian collared dove die offs in the Kuna area filter in to Fish and Game offices, forensic testing on several dead birds from the area has pinpointed the cause of death as pigeon paramyxovirus, a strain of paramyxovirus that is common to pigeons and doves.
Similar dove die offs… more
New Kootenai River burbot fishery opens for anglers on Jan. 1
| idfg-ksiitari
Idaho anglers will once again have the opportunity to fish for and harvest burbot in the Kootenai River, its tributaries and Bonner Lake starting Jan. 1. The Idaho Fish and Game Commission recently approved fishing rules for 2019-21 that included a burbot season, allowing anglers to harvest six burbot per day with no… more
Eight reasons to buy your 2019 hunting and fishing licenses now
| idfg-rphillips
You need a new hunting and fishing license before your first outing of 2019. You might procrastinate, and then run around looking for an open store to buy a hunting or fishing license because you’re leaving early for your first trip, or buy it right away and have peace of mind, as well as a full year of hunting and… more
Lewiston Regional Office reopened - 12/28/2018
| idfg-bstuder
Friday update: the networks have been restored. The Lewiston regional office will be open again Friday, 12/28.
Normal business hours are from 8am to 5pm.
We are sorry for the inconvenience.
The Clearwater Regional office in Lewiston, Idaho was closed, Thursday, December 27, 2018. The closure… more
2019-2021 Idaho Fishing Seasons and Rules Available
| idfg-bstuder
The 2019-2021 Idaho fishing seasons and rules booklets are available.Highlights include:
What's new? Read an article describing the changes from 2018. Steelhead anglers, please take note of the 2019 season adjustments. Vendors should have printed booklets around January 1.
The… more
Free Parking Donations-Thanks Volunteers!
| idfg-sfocht
Nature Center Volunteers stood out in the parking lot on cold nights asking BSU football fans for parking donations! BSU fans responded generously and we thank all those involved for your support of the MK Nature Center. Go Broncos!
Bird Seed Sale Thank You
| idfg-sfocht
Thank you to all our volunteers, supporters, and customers for making the 2018 Bird Seed Sale a success. The money raised from this event helps us run the Nature Center! If you missed it, we have a few bags of seed left. Winter is an uncrowded and beautiful time to visit! Hope to see you here in 2019.
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Fawn dies in Rexburg after eating toxic yew shrub
| idfg-jbrower
Conservation Officer Andrew Sorensen received a call on Dec. 19 about a deceased mule deer fawn on the outskirts of Rexburg. The fawn belonged to a group of about 25 mule deer that hang out on the south end of town every winter. Upon investigation, Sorensen determined that the young fawn had ingested a large amount of… more
Here's A Last Minute Christmas Gift Idea - BCR Punch Cards!
| idfg-eoneale
Looking for that last minute Christmas gift for your sport shooter? We've got you covered!
Pick up a BCR punch card or annual pass and give a little holiday cheer to that special someone on your list.
All three are available at Black's Creek Public Shooting Range - open Christmas weekend and Christmas… more
Lake Cascade should continue to produce good perch fishing, but jumbos may decline
| idfg-pjanssen
Since 2012, Fish and Game’s McCall fisheries staff has conducted annual fall surveys on Lake Cascade by using gillnets and recording the species and sizes captured in the nets.
Overall, perch numbers are similar to 2017 numbers, but down from annual surveys since 2012 (see below). Also perch greater… more
Motorists, please watch for wildlife during winter, and know salvage laws
| idfg-rphillips
Winter is a tough time for wildlife, especially big game, because it can be among the most hazardous seasons for them. Deer, elk and other animals are usually congregated in lowlands commonly known as “winter range,” which is often near cities, communities and highways. That also puts them close to vehicle traffic,… more
Perch Hunters of Lake Cascade
| idfg-vosborn
Anglers are hitting the ice on Lake Cascade.
Conditions
As of December 14, 2018, the ice on Lake Cascade was thick enough for anglers to venture out on the lake to pursue the promise of plentiful and large perch.
Regional fish biologist, Paul Janssen, reported the ice was 5… more
Share your thoughts with F&G about managing Horsethief Reservoir
| idfg-jkozfkay
Are more campground improvements on the way at Horsethief Reservoir? Southwest Region staff is hosting an open house Jan. 3 from 4 to 6 p.m at the Nampa Regional Office, 3101 S. Powerline Rd. to talk about management of this popular campground and recreation area owned and operated… more