Press Releases and Articles
F&G monitoring of mule deer fawn and elk calf survival through February is tracking lower than in recent years
| idfg-cliess
Statewide winter survival for mule deer fawns and elk calves fitted with tracking collars has shown to be slightly lower through the end of February.
"From an overview perspective, winter survival is tracking about average to a little below average from what we’ve seen in the past two years," said Toby… more
Winter feeding update for the Southeast Region (03/10/2023)
| idfg-jjackson
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game with input from the Southeast Region Winter Feeding Advisory Committee (WFAC) has initiated winter-feeding actions at several high-priority locations in the Southeast Region since early February.
Though new high-priority sites have been added each week, Idaho Fish and Game… more
Slow down, stay alert and give wildlife a brake as you drive this winter
| idfg-jbrower
With more snow in the higher elevations, big game herds throughout the state migrate to lower elevation winter ranges and cross Idaho’s highways and roads.
Winter is already tough for deer, elk and other big game animals, and being near busy roads and highways can be deadly, so drivers are asked to… more
Public comment for 2023-24 migratory game bird season proposals now open
| idfg-cliess
Idaho Fish and Game is seeking comments on proposed migratory game bird seasons for 2023-24. Fish and Game staff will present all season proposals to the Commission for review during the April 13 conference call.
South Fork Clearwater River anglers advised that camping is no longer allowed on ITD properties
| idfg-jbruns
As anglers make plans to fish the South Fork Clearwater River this year for steelhead, they should be aware of an Idaho law that prohibits camping on certain state-owned property (see Statue below). This law applies to Idaho Transportation Department property (ITD) which includes many of the pull offs along the South… more
Helping remove dead wildlife is part of living in a rural town
| idfg-bpearson
As the local deer herd has grown in McCall, so has the number of dead and injured deer in town. The McCall Fish and Game office has received over 45 calls reporting dead or injured deer this winter.
Mountain lions likely spending winter in McCall
| idfg-bpearson
Fish and Game continues to receive reports of mountain lions in McCall. Mountain lions have been reported in neighborhoods near the river, such as Rio Vista and Mather Road, as well as in Spring Mountain Ranch.
F&G biologists complete survey of town deer in McCall
| idfg-epapenberg
Fish and Game completed a town deer survey in McCall in February and observed at least 258 deer in the city.
F&G Commission to meet March 15-16 in Boise
| idfg-cliess
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will hold its public hearing and business meeting at the headquarters building at 600 S. Walnut Street in Boise. A public hearing will begin on March 15 at 7 p.m. MDT at the same location. Those wishing to speak to the Commission during the public hearing will have a 3 minute time… more
Fencing project to close Fort Boise WMA boat ramp from March 13-17
| idfg-bpearson
With waterfowl season drawing to a close, and the spring fishing season right around the corner, the lull in between is the best time for maintenance work. Beginning Monday, March 13, Fish and Game staff will be taking advantage of this slow period to install a gate and fence near the boat ramp parking area at Fort… more
Southwest Region rainbow trout stocking schedule - March
| idfg-bpearson
Fish and Game staff will be stocking nearly 19,000 catchable-size (10 to 12 inch) trout at the following locations across the Southwest Region in March.
Winter Feeding Update for the Southeast Region (03/03/2023)
| idfg-jjackson
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game with input from the Southeast Region Winter Feeding Advisory Committee (WFAC) has initiated winter-feeding actions at several high-priority locations in the Southeast Region since early February.
Though new high-priority sites have been added each week, Idaho Fish and Game… more
Southeast Region Winter Feeding Advisory Committee Meeting
| idfg-jjackson
Date: Tuesday, March 7, 2023- 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Address: Idaho Fish and Game Southeast Region Office
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F&G begins harvesting elk near Sugar City due to disease concerns
| idfg-jbrower
Update 3/9/23: Fish and Game is happy to report that shortly after this news release went out, the remaining elk in this group (around 17) decided to move out of the cattle operation and have not returned. Their current location is unknown but hopefully they have rejoined the larger herd at the elk feeding operation… more
Hayden and Kids Creek ponds to be stocked in late March
| idfg-mdemick
Idaho Department of Fish and Game will stock 950 rainbow trout in the 10 to 12-inch range at two family-friendly destinations March 27-31.
Hayden Creek Pond, located along Hayden Creek near Lemhi, ID. will receive 650 trout. Anglers will find a new bridge and restroom, ample bank… more
Meet February’s Wildlife Express featured critter, the bushy-tailed woodrat
| idfg-cliess
We all know someone that would rather have a root canal than get rid of clutter. We call these acquaintances “pack rats” because rather than consistently get rid of things they no longer need, they instead build up mounds of miscellaneous knickknacks that only they and maybe a woodrat would find valuable.
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