Press Releases and Articles
Kokanee fishing heating up on Dworshak Reservoir
| idfg-efelts
Kokanee fishing is picking up on Dworshak Reservoir. In 2022 the population abundance was so high that Kokanee were very small, measuring just 7.5 inches on average during July surveys. These smaller fish were difficult to catch and didn’t yield much of a filet for those anglers who could get them to bite. Although… more
VIDEO: NASA and BSU use new technology to monitor how water and vegetation improve in areas where beavers are reintroduced
| idfg-cliess
Correction: An earlier version of this story did not correctly describe Idaho Fish and Game’s role in the project. Below is an updated version.
Upper Salmon River Chinook Fishery Update - 7/18/2023
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone,
Before getting into the fishery estimates from last week, I’d like to give everyone a heads up about the changes that are being made to the fishery between now and Sunday. First, the section of the Upper Salmon River between the East Fork Salmon River and the Valley Creek confluence will close… more
Chinook Salmon Fishery Update (7/18/2023) Clearwater River Return, Rapid River Run, Hells Canyon, and Lochsa River Fisheries
| idfg-jdupont
Hi everybody.
This will be my last update for spring and summer Chinook Salmon fisheries in the Clearwater Region (7/18/2023). Based on harvest, broodstock collection, and changes in fisheries management, all open fisheries will remain open until the end of fishing hours on August 10, 2023. Because this is my… more
Balancing fish and pelican conservation
| idfg-jkozfkay
For birds that make their living eating fish, the 1960s and 1970s were a hard time. Bioaccumulation of pesticides in and from their primary prey, weakened eggs and led to widespread hatch failure. Bird populations crashed, causing widespread concern. Fast forward 50 plus years, and many of these bird species have… more
2023 Williams Lake Fishery Study, Part 1
| idfg-bkelly
About 12 miles south of Salmon, Williams Lake sits nestled in the mountains above the Salmon River at an elevation around 5,400 feet. This 180-acre lake has long been a favorite retreat for many anglers that enjoyed the Rainbow Trout fishing and fine scenery. In recent years, there has been some concern about the… more
F&G to close separate portions of the Upper Salmon River for Chinook fishing
| idfg-cliess
Idaho Fish and Game officials will close Chinook fishing on separate portions of the Upper Salmon River. The Upper Salmon River Chinook fishery — between the East Fork of the Salmon River and the posted boundary below the Sawtooth Hatchery weir — has been open since June 22.
The section upstream from the East… more
Agencies continue to protect city watershed and sensitive wetlands near Salmon
| idfg-mdemick
Nestled high in the Jessy Creek drainage just west of Salmon, ID, is a sensitive wetland that provides important habitat for a diversity of wildlife, as well as serves as one of the main water sources for the city.
F&G stocking more Chinook on July 19 in the Boise River for anglers
| idfg-rphillips
What’s more fun than Chinook salmon in the Boise River? How about more Chinook in the river? Idaho Fish and Game staff will stock another 200 jacks and 100 adult Chinook from the Rapid River Hatchery on July 19.
This is the second stocking during July after crews put an initial 300 fish in the river… more
Looking for walleye in Lake Pend Oreille? We've got you covered
| idfg-tjross
Lake Pend Oreille walleye are providing steady action for anglers this summer! Walleye are set up in typical summer locations, and anglers are reporting consistent catch rates. Walleye also continue to be distributed widely throughout the system. Since walleye telemetry began in 2019, biologists have observed a… more
Recreating at the Edson Fichter Nature Area in Pocatello—the Dos and Don’ts!
| idfg-jjackson
Are you a fan of the Edson Fichter Nature Area in Pocatello? With a fishing pond, access to the river, paved trails, pretty scenery, and watchable wildlife who wouldn’t be? To make sure everyone has a safe, enjoyable experience at this southeast Idaho gem -- please do these “Dos” and don’t do the “Don’ts”.… more
Homestead Loop Road Closure on Craig Mountain WMA
| idfg-jbruns
Idaho Fish and Game will conduct road maintenance on Homestead Loop Road (Captain John access) starting July 17. A portion of Homestead Loop (Captain John access) provides public access to the Madden Creek drainage. Construction will start July 17 and finish by Sept. 15, 2023.
The road will be closed to… more
Seats available in trapper education course July 28 in Salmon
| idfg-mdemick
Idaho Fish and Game will host a trapper education course in Salmon on Friday, July 28. The course will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fish and Game Regional Office, 99 Highway 93 North.
Advanced registration is required, and class size will be limited. To register, go online to Fish and… more
Idaho Chinook leap toward their final destination
| idfg-tcopeland
Idaho salmon were made to move. They are perfectly formed to cruise from the ocean to the currents of their home rivers here in Idaho. Sometimes to finish their journey, they need to leave the water to spectacular effect.
Surplus Rapid River Chinook scheduled to be released into the Boise River for anglers on July 14
| idfg-bpearson
For the first time in five years, anglers will have the chance to hook into a Chinook salmon in the Boise River.
Because Rapid River Hatchery recently met and exceeded the number of fertilized eggs they need to raise the next generation of Chinook, Idaho Fish and Game staff will be able to transfer excess… more
Upper Salmon River Chinook Fishery Update - 7/12/2023
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone,
During the third week of the 2023 upper Salmon River fishery, angler effort and catch more than doubled. Angler effort increased to 5,911 hours for the week of 7/3 – 7/9/2023, and we estimated 385 adipose-clipped hatchery adult Chinook and 69 adipose-clipped hatchery jack Chinook were… more
Edson Fichter Nature Area receives Ifft Grant for habitat improvements
| idfg-jjackson
If you are one of the 100,000 annual visitors to the Edson Fichter Nature Area in Pocatello, then you have probably noticed the new planting projects happening at the hands of some pretty special volunteers.
The High Desert Chapter of the Idaho Master Naturalists, a unique conservation-minded volunteer group… more