Press Releases and Articles
Walleye population in Ririe Reservoir on the rise
| idfg-jheckel
Walleye were illegally introduced to Ririe Reservoir and were first discovered in 2008. In 2009, monitoring of the walleye population began to determine its status and changes to the existing fishery. Fall Walleye Index Netting (FWIN) began in 2010 and occurs during the end of October when the water temperature drops… more
Draw results available for spring black bear controlled hunts
| idfg-cliess
Spring black bear controlled hunt draw results are now available.
The results have been posted through Idaho Fish and Game’s licensing system. Hunters can check their account at GoOutdoorsIdaho.com to see if they drew controlled hunt tags for spring black bear. Email notifications will be sent to those who… more
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (02-27-2024)
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for February 27, 2024. The data in this report was collected between Tuesday, February 19 and Sunday, February 25.
The spring steelhead fishery on the upper Salmon River continued to ramp up during the past week. Angler effort increased in all… more
Important dates to help plan your March
| idfg-cliess
From controlled hunt results to season closures, there’s a lot happening in Idaho next month 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.… more
Hayden and Kids Creek ponds to be stocked in March
| idfg-mdemick
Warmer weather is almost here, so it’s time to start thinking about your first fishing trip.
Idaho Department of Fish and Game will stock 950 rainbow trout in the 10 to 12-inch range at two area fishing holes March 18-22.
Rainbow trout stocking schedule for March 2024 in the Magic Valley Region
| idfg-tthompson
Hatchery personnel from Fish and Game’s Magic Valley Region will be stocking approximately 17,180 10-12” catchable-sized rainbow trout in March. All stocking dates and numbers of fish are approximate.
Stocking of all waters is tentative and dependent on river/lake/pond conditions (angler safety concerns); dates… more
Banana bonanza! Fish and Game to stock banana trout in Mann Lake
| idfg-jbruns
Back by popular demand, Idaho Fish and Game will stock banana trout in Mann Lake beginning this March. For those who went bananas for these fish last year, keep an eye on the Clearwater regional stocking page.
PAWS course coming to Pocatello on March 2
| idfg-jjackson
If you like hitting the trails with your favorite four-legged hiking buddies, then consider signing up for an upcoming Pets and Wildlife Safety (PAWS) course. Idaho Fish and Game in cooperation with Companion Canines of Pocatello will be hosting this special event on Saturday, March 2, at the Southeast Region… more
Clearwater Region waters to be stocked with trout in March
| idfg-jbruns
Hatchery personnel from Fish and Game’s Clearwater Region will be stocking approximately 8,150 catchable-sized rainbow trout in March. All stocking dates and numbers of fish are approximate.
Don’t forget to purchase your 2024 fishing license!
Stocking of all waters is tentative and dependent on river/lake… more
Reports of yew continue despite ordinances that prohibit the plant in many parts of Blaine county
| idfg-tthompson
A recent death of a moose north of Ketchum in the Hulen Meadows subdivision has renewed concerns about wildlife eating ornamental yew plants, which are deadly to anything that eats the plant. Fish and Game officers were unable to determine the cause of death since a necropsy was not performed before the moose was… more
Statewide trout stocking highlights for March 2024
| idfg-cliess
Many of Idaho’s lakes and ponds are soon going to be bolstered with Idaho Fish and Game stocking roughly 80,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout this March. Wondering if the stocking trucks are going to be backing up to your favorite fishing hole? We asked our Fish and Game hatchery staff to boil down some of the most… more
F&G staff hosting a variety of presentations at Idaho Sportsman Show in Boise
| idfg-bpearson
Idaho Fish and Game will be back at the Idaho Sportsman Show at Expo Idaho in Boise, from Feb. 29 to March 3 with a full schedule of seminars on Saturday, March 2 where people can hear straight from biologists about important hunting and fishing topics in the Southwest Region.
“This is an opportunity… more
Twin Bridges campground near Whitebird is now open
| idfg-jbruns
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) management actions at Twin Bridges are now completed and overnight camping is re-opened. Twin Bridges access site is located south of the community of Whitebird off of Highway 95. Control action results will be posted within the next few weeks.
Contact the Clearwater Region… more
Hunter and trapper education courses coming up in Salmon
| idfg-mdemick
Do you know someone that needs to take a trapper or a hunter education course? Two courses will be held in Salmon during March and are designed for youth 9 years of age or older.
US Fish and Wildlife Service approves 2023 Idaho State Wildlife Action Plan for at-risk species
| idfg-rdixon
The US Fish and Wildlife Service recently approved Idaho Fish and Game’s revision of its State Wildlife Action Plan, which extends the plan for a decade and ensures Idaho will continue to receive about $700,000 annually in federal funding.
The Wildlife Action Plan is for conserving and managing Idaho’s most at-… more
Bobcat check-in on Feb. 26 from 4-6 p.m. at Grangeville Senior Center
| idfg-jbruns
Attention Trappers! A bobcat check-in will be held at Senior Citizens Center in Grangeville, 108 Grangeville Truck Rte on Monday, February 26 from 4-6 p.m. Each trapper will be charged a $1.75 administration fee and $3 per pelt.
Contact the regional office (208) 799-5010 for more information… more
The State of Deer and Elk: Deer Harvest Management (VIDEO)
| idfg-cliess
In the ninth episode of Fish and Game’s ‘State of Deer and Elk’ series, Fish and Game Regional Wildlife Biologist, Eric Freeman, discusses how wildlife biologists manage deer harvest for different scenarios, such as habitat protection, maximum herd numbers, or disease prevention.
Homeowners and recreationists: Be vigilant during coyote mating and denning seasons
| idfg-bpearson
With February comes the coyote breeding season, which can mean an increase in conflicts between coyotes and domestic dogs in the Boise area. With that in mind, Fish and Game biologists are reminding residents and recreationists around the Boise Foothills and elsewhere to take additional precautions with their pets to… more