Education

Idaho Salmon and Steelhead Days takes over the MK Nature Center for three days early each fall. It is an opportunity for some Idaho classrooms to learn about aquatic ecosystems - the fish, bugs and other creatures that call our rivers home. Join one class of kids as they learn about Idaho's treasured salmon and steelhead as they wade, run and jump through their field trip.

Visitors to the Fish and Game MK Nature Center now have the opportunity to see one of Idaho's most amazing animals: Chinook salmon.

Trappers are reminded that Idaho rules require trappers to successfully complete a Wolf Trapper Certification course before they can purchase wolf trapping tags. Courses are offered periodically throughout the year, but few are taught during trapping seasons as the instructors are trappers who are out in the field running their own trap lines.

Sculpin, dragonflies, trout and mink are all creatures that live in or near rivers, including the stream that runs through Boise’s MK Nature Center. Now, these animals will are also displayed on a new piece of public art at the nature center.

Bats take flight every evening throughout Idaho (except when hibernating) to work Mother Nature’s night shift-- controlling crop pests, munching on mosquitoes, and even slaying a few scorpions.

Fish and Game encourages new trappers to complete the course early to avoid the rush as the deadline approaches. 

The Youth Conservation Camp offers a summer adventure for youth, ages 10-12, who want to learn outdoor skills and experience a wide variety of fun, outdoor activities.