Press Releases and Articles
F&G removes food-conditioned black bears in Teton County
| idfg-jbrower
On Nov. 4, Fish and Game responded to reports of a black bear sow and three cubs that had been frequenting a Teton County neighborhood for over a month. The bears repeatedly received food rewards from unsecured garbage and other attractants, which prompted them to spend much of their time in yards and around homes. Due… more
Fish and Game thanks the public for their help on recent case in the Panhandle
| idfg-tjross
On Oct. 14, Idaho Fish and Game requested the public’s help in identifying individuals captured on a motion-activated camera who were suspected of involvement in wildlife crimes in the Coeur d’Alene area.
Thanks to numerous tips from the public, Fish and Game conservation officers conducted an investigation… more
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (11-04-2025)
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for November 4, 2025, and the data discussed in this report were collected from October 27 through November 2.
Steelhead angler effort on the Upper Salmon River remained high last week with most bank anglers choosing to fish downstream of North… more
Magic Valley Winter Feeding Advisory Committee to meet November 12
| idfg-Kenzie.Baratti
Magic Valley Winter Feeding Advisory Meeting
Date: Wednesday. November 12, 2025, 6 p.m. MST
Address: Idaho Department of Fish and Game, Magic Valley Regional Office, 324 S 417 E Jerome, ID 83338
Winter Feeding Advisory Committees assist the Department with assessing winter conditions and make… more
Two-year investigation leads to multiple convictions for wildlife violations in Twin Falls County
| idfg-Kenzie.Baratti
A two-year investigation led by Idaho Fish and Game Conservation Officers in the Magic Valley Region has resulted in multiple convictions and significant restitution following the discovery of unlawfully taken wildlife in southern Idaho.
In October 2023, Idaho Fish and Game Conservation Officers identified… more
Deadline to apply for Citizens Shooting Range Advisory Committee is Nov. 10
| idfg-cliess
Deadline alert! Idaho Fish and Game is seeking a volunteer representative to serve on the Citizen Shooting Range Advisory Committee (CAC). This is a two-year term, with potential reappointment at the discretion of the Fish and Game Director.
The committee consists of seven members—one from each Fish and… more
2025 North Idaho Bear Fair draws hundreds of residents eager to learn about living safely in bear country
| idfg-tjross
The 2025 North Idaho Bear Fair took place on Sept. 27 at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, continuing its tradition as one of the region’s most popular wildlife education events. This year’s fair drew nearly 400 attendees from across North Idaho eager to learn how to safely live and recreate in bear country.
… more
F&G wildlife technician films mountain lion encounter in Owyhees
| idfg-bpearson
Idaho Fish & Game staff get to do some extremely cool work in some of the most beautiful, wild places our state has to offer. The work our staff does in the field is critically important for monitoring and managing wildlife populations, but it can also be dangerous – as this video demonstrates.
Earlier this… more
Southwest Winter Feeding Advisory Committee will meet Nov. 10
| idfg-bpearson
Southwest Winter FeedingAdvisory Committee Meeting
Date: Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, at 1 p.m. MST
Address: Idaho Department of Fish and Game Southwest Regional Office: 15950 N Gate Boulevard Nampa, Idaho 83687
The Winter Feeding Advisory Committee is participating by a… more
Raise the Steaks: 5 tips and styles for processing your deer and elk meat a new way
| idfg-cliess
It’s hard to beat a well-prepped, perfectly cooked steak – especially after all the time and effort you spent hauling it out of the mountains. But other methods of preparation can be just as satisfying. All it takes is a little bit of work and some kitchen ingenuity.
Now, if you’re as devout a steak snob… more
Nonresident junior mentored license holders only need to apply for capped elk zones, here's how
| idfg-rphillips
Junior Mentored license holders only need to apply in the Nonresident Tag Drawing for general deer and elk tags if they are seeking a tag in a capped elk zone. Regular and white-tailed deer tags, and uncapped elk zone tags, will be available for nonresident junior mentored hunters to buy after the Nonresident Tag… more
Learn how to apply for nonresident Disabled American Veteran deer/elk tags for 2026
| idfg-rphillips
Nonresident Disabled American Veterans applying for tags in the Nonresident Tag Drawing for 2026 general season deer and elk hunts will have opportunities in two drawings.
Those eligible for DAV privileges, which require a service-connected disability rating of 40% or greater, will be eligible to apply for… more
Two wasted deer found near Mosquito Flat Reservoir near Challis
| idfg-mdemick
On the evening (or night) of Oct. 21, a doe and two-point mule deer were shot and left to waste near Mosquito Flat Reservoir on a closed logging road. The shooter(s) made no attempt to recover either deer, and no parts of either animal were taken. They were found approximately 180 yards apart. … more
F&G temporarily closes public access at the Eagle Fish Hatchery for asphalt resurfacing
| idfg-cliess
Idaho Fish and Game is temporarily closing sportsmen access at the Eagle Fish Hatchery while construction crews resurface roads and parking lots on the property. The closure is from Monday to Friday and is expected to last until Nov. 7.
Please note that public visitation to the Eagle Fish Hatchery will be… more
Fish and Game seeks public’s help with two wildlife crimes in Osburn
| idfg-tjross
Idaho Fish and Game is asking for the public’s assistance in solving two separate wildlife crimes that occurred in or near the town of Osburn between Oct. 19 and 22.
The first incident was an elk that was shot and left to waste off Nuchols Gulch Road in Osburn. The elk was shot behind the shoulder, and no meat… more
Pheasant stocking on WMAs has started and continues into December
| idfg-cliess
Hunting pheasants on Fish and Game's wildlife management areas is a popular fall tradition for upland bird hunters. To support this tradition, pen-raised pheasants are stocked at 24 sites across the state (including several WMAs) beginning in September and continuing into December.
Fish and Game will stock… more
Aerial herbicide spraying will close portion of Boise River WMA for about three days during the week of Nov. 3
| idfg-bpearson
A portion of the Boise Front segment of the Boise River Wildlife Management Area will be closed for about three days during the week of Nov. 3, to ensure public safety while herbicide is applied in the area burned by the 2024 Valley Fire.
Part of ongoing, post-fire rehabilitation efforts on the WMA, crews… more
Important dates to help plan your November
| idfg-cliess
From tags sales to season openers, there’s a lot happening in Idaho during November that you should be aware of. Staying in the loop can be the difference between applying for that coveted controlled hunt tag and watching from the sidelines.
Be sure to stay up to date on all Fish and Game happenings. Here are… more