Press Releases and Articles
Steelhead Spawning at MK Nature Center
| idfg-sfocht
For the last few weeks, steelhead have been spawning at MK Nature Center in the large viewing window. They appear to be done now, but here is a video of the spawning behavior in case you missed it. Be sure to watch until the end as the female will make a pass over the nest with her digging behavior at the 45 second… more
Upper Salmon River weekly steelhead report (3/12/18)
| idfg-vosborn
Steelhead angler effort increased considerably over the past week throughout the upper Salmon River. Anglers were observed fishing as far upstream as the Yankee Fork Salmon River, but the majority of angler effort and catch was once again located downstream of North Fork in location code 15. Effort upstream of North… more
Clearwater weekly steelhead report (3/12/18)
| idfg-vosborn
The best catch rates this past week were on the South Fork of the Clearwater. Anglers were spread through out the fishery with some of the best fishing around mile post 7.2 on Highway 14. Many anglers were bottom bouncing orange beads and yarn.
Effort picked up slightly this past week on the North Fork and… more
Trapping classes scheduled
| idfg-jpowell
Trapper Education classes are being offered in the Magic Valley area. Beginning July 1, 2018, every trapper who purchased their first trapping license after June 30, 2011 will be required to attend and pass a mandatory trapper education course before they can purchase an Idaho trapping license.
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See drawing results for spring controlled bear hunts
| idfg-rphillips
New this year is the ability for hunters to check their controlled hunt results, and if successful, buy their tags at huntfishidaho.net as part of the transition to the new licensing system.
This is a change from prior years where draw results were available on Fish and Game's website. In order to take… more
Volunteers sought for habitat improvement projects in the Magic Valley
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JEROME - The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is looking for volunteers to assist in planting sagebrush and bitterbrush seedlings during on three consecutive Saturdays starting March 24.
Planting dates and locations are below:
March 24 – Buckhorn near Oakley March 31 – … moreMonitoring shows winter big game survival much higher than last year
| idfg-rphillips
Mild weather so far means more young deer and elk are surviving this winter, which will likely grow herds and produce more game for big game hunters next fall.
Idaho Fish and Game biologists have been monitoring 244 mule deer fawns and 246 elk calves that were captured earlier this winter and… more
Bird identification workshop will be held March 17 in Boise
| idfg-rphillips
A free workshop that will help you identify sparrows will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on March 17 at the MK Nature Center 600 S. Walnut St. in Boise.
Sparrows are “little brown birds” with a reputation for sending beginning birders back to the river to look for ducks, herons, and eagles. However, once you learn… more
Wolf control action completed in Lolo Elk Zone
| idfg-rphillips
Idaho Fish and Game has completed wolf control actions in northern Idaho's Lolo elk zone to improve elk survival in the area. Predation on calves and cows is the primary factor limiting recovery of the Lolo elk population.
Ten wolves were killed during the operation, which started in late February. The… more
Mountain lion take season closed in Units 66A and 76
| idfg-jjackson
The take season for mountain lion has closed in Game Management Units 66A and 76 effective March 8. The 2017-2018 Big Game Regulations states that the mountain lion take season is to be closed when five female mountain lions have been harvested. The dog training season will remain open in these units through March 31… more
Application period for peregrine capture permits is open March 15 through April 15
| idfg-rphillips
The 2018 permit application period is open March 15 through April 15. Two permits are available - one statewide permit for either a nestling or recently-fledged juvenile peregrine, and one permit limited to nestling take only in Lemhi and Custer counties or a recently-fledged juvenile peregrine statewide.
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WILD about Fishing
| idfg-khatch
Want to earn college credit while fishing? Sign up for our WILD about Fishing workshop that will be held at the Jerome Idaho Department of Fish and Game office on Friday afternoon and Saturday, April 13 and 14.
The workshop is designed for teachers, scout leaders and anyone interested in sharing… more
Migratory Game Bird Season Open House in Lewiston
| idfg-jbruns
Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking public comment on proposed changes to the upcoming migratory game bird seasons. To view and comment on the season proposals, visit Fish and Game's public involvement page at https://idfg.idaho.gov/form/public-comment-migratory-game-bird-proposed-2018-2019-seasons.
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Volunteers Needed for Wildlife Habitat Restoration
| idfg-eoneale
In the summer of 2016, the Mile Marker 14 wildfire roared across Boise River Wildlife Management Area, incinerating 4,000 acres of prime wildlife habitat, which served as critical winter range for more than 6,000 mule deer.
Here’s your chance to help restore what was lost.
Volunteers are needed to… more
Martin Landing to Institute Fee for 2018 Camping Season
| idfg-eoneale
Martin Landing, a popular fishing, hunting and bird-watching destination located at the confluence of the Snake and Boise rivers near Parma, will institute an overnight camping fee for the 2018 camping season.
Beginning March 15th, a $10/night fee will be charged for any and all camping activities at Martin… more
Fish and Game Commission will meet March 21-22 in Boise
| idfg-rphillips
Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet to discuss modifications to big game rules, set spring Chinook seasons, set Landowner Appreciation Program hunts, get legislative updates, and more.
The meeting will include a public hearing at 7 p.m., March 21 at Washington Group Main Auditorium, 720 East Park Blvd.… more
Shed hunt responsibly to protect big game animals
| idfg-staff
As the winter months pass and spring approaches, many people suffering from cabin fever head to Idaho's hills in search of the antlers big game animals have dropped.
Antler hunting, more commonly known as shed hunting, is a fun activity and a reason to get back in the hills. All a person needs is sharp eye and… more
Got an opinion? Fish and Game wants to hear it
| idfg-rphillips
Fish and Game officials are updating rules, regulations and management plans for fish and wildlife, and people can weigh in by going to the survey and comment page.
Comments are currently being taken for proposed big game rules, waterfowl seasons and rules, and statewide fish management plan.
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