Press Releases and Articles
Kid's Fishing Day at Hordemann Pond in Moscow April 27
| idfg-jbruns
To help families discover the joys of fishing, the annual Kiwanis Kid's Fishing Day will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 27 at Moscow's Hordemann Pond. Staff will be on hand to help young anglers, and Idaho Fish and Game's new fishing trailer will be stocked with rods and reels available for loan on a first… more
Mild winter means deer fawn and elk calf survival looks good as we enter spring
| idfg-cliess
Statewide winter survival for mule deer fawns and elk calves fitted with tracking collars has shown to be slightly higher than average through the end of March.
"From a statewide perspective, winter survival is tracking very close to what we’ve seen prior to last year’s brutal winter," said Fish and Game’s… more
Do you know jack? Take this salmon quiz
| idfg-tcopeland
In Idaho, fishing regulations distinguish between “jacks” and other salmon. But what is a “jack” exactly? Why are they treated differently? Is this just another funny word fish biologists use?
First, let’s talk about some history. The word “jack” (as opposed to the name, Jack) is… more
Application period for fall 2024 swan controlled hunt opens May 1
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The application period is May 1 through June 5 for the fall 2024 swan controlled hunt in the Panhandle Region. Successful controlled hunt applicants will be notified by July 10.
Hunters with a valid 2024 Idaho hunting license may apply for controlled hunts online with a credit card at gooutdoorsidaho.com, at any… more
Clark Fork River produces new state record Westslope cutthroat trout
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Congratulations to Daniel Whitesitt of Post Falls, Idaho on landing a new Catch-and-Release state record for Westslope Cutthroat Trout. Daniel hooked the lunker trout while fishing the Clark Fork River in northern Idaho on April 13, 2024. After landing the fish, Daniel recorded the required measurements and photos to… more
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (04-23-2024)
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for April 23, 2024. The data included in this report was collected between Monday, April 15 and Sunday, April 21, 2024.
Steelhead angler effort during the past week on the Upper Salmon River was almost exclusively observed above the East Fork… more
Dust off the fishing rod and plan your next family fishing outing this spring
| idfg-cliess
Old man winter has finally hit the bricks, and as the temperatures creep up fish get a little more active and Idaho Fish and Game stocking trucks start delivering more fish across the state.
Maybe ol’ Saint Nick delivered a new fishing pole to a kid during Christmas, or your trusty old fishing rod has been… more
Look, don't touch: Despite good intentions, 'rescuing' baby wildlife can lead to bad outcomes
| idfg-cliess
It's officially spring, folks. And that means the peak of baby wildlife season is in full bloom. And it doesn't matter whether you're a backwoods hunter, hiker, bird watcher or sidewalk stroller: People are bound to see young wildlife when they venture outdoors during the spring and early summer. And there is a pretty… more
Crystal Springs Pond to be drawn down for county road repairs
| idfg-pkennedy
Crystal Springs Pond will be slowly drawn down beginning Tuesday, April 23, to help with repairs to Edwards Road near Springfield Fish Hatchery.
This fishery, located in Bingham County, is a popular family fishing water and typically supports year-round trout fishing. Anglers should be aware that fishing… more
Fish and Game to host open house in Jerome on draft elk management plan
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Idaho Fish and Game is seeking comments on its draft Idaho Elk Management Plan 2024-2030. The plan will provide guidance for department staff to implement management actions that will aid in managing elk populations and guide harvest recommendations.
An open house to accept public comments will be hosted by… more
A long trip home: One steelhead's journey to the Potlatch River
| idfg-jbruns
It’s springtime in Idaho, and that means adult steelhead are returning to their birthplace to spawn the next generation of fish. Steelhead are an anadromous fish, meaning they are born in freshwater and migrate to the ocean as juveniles, where they grow into adults before migrating back to freshwater to spawn. … more
Idaho Fish and Game relocates mountain lion from Pocatello neighborhood
| idfg-jjackson
On April 18, Idaho Department of Fish and Game removed a young adult male mountain lion from a north Pocatello neighborhood off of Hawthorne Road.
At approximately 7 a.m. on Thursday morning, a Fish and Game conservation officer was contacted by the Pocatello Police Department (PPD) regarding a mountain lion in… more
Public open house scheduled for proposed boat ramp project on the Snake River in Bingham County
| idfg-jjackson
A public open house has been scheduled to discuss a proposed boat ramp project on the mainstem Snake River below McTucker Creek in Bingham County.
The open house will be held on Wednesday, April 24, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Southeast Region Idaho Fish and Game office located at 1345 Barton Road in Pocatello… more
Fish and Game suspects Adenovirus Hemorrhagic Disease as culprit in Upper Snake moose mortalities
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Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) has investigated a recent surge in moose mortalities across the Upper Snake Region. Upon examination of the deceased animals, IDFG suspects Adenovirus Hemorrhagic Disease (AHD). So far, 16 moose calves, 1 adult moose, and 3 mule deer mortalities IDFG has examined have shown… more
F&G commission sets migratory game bird seasons for 2024-25
| idfg-cliess
During its conference call on April 17, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission set the 2024-2025 migratory game bird seasons, including waterfowl, mourning dove, American crow and sandhill crane. Because it was a special meeting of the Commission, no public comment or question opportunities were held during the meeting.… more
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (04-16-2024)
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for April 16, 2024. The data included in this report was collected between Monday, April 8 and Sunday, April 14, 2024.
Steelhead angler effort during the past week was primarily observed below the Sawtooth Fish Hatchery in location code 19.… more
F&G seeking members for a new Southeast Region Mule Deer Advisory Committee
| idfg-jjackson
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is soliciting interest from mule deer hunters to participate in an advisory committee to evaluate potential changes to mule deer hunting seasons in the Southeast Region.
Mule deer herds are challenged by hard winters, increasing human development, decreasing habitat quality… more
Native plant sale coming up at MK Nature Center
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The Idaho Native Plant Society (Pahove Chapter) will be holding their annual native plant sale in conjunction with Idaho Fish and Game's MK Nature Center on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Choose from a wide selection of plants adapted to the Treasure Valley's soils and climate. Talk with experts about… more