Press Releases and Articles
Fish and Game is running check stations in November to monitor for chronic wasting disease in the Panhandle
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Idaho Fish and Game staff will be collecting samples from deer at hunter check stations across the Panhandle over two weekends in November as part of a statewide surveillance program for chronic wasting disease. Staff are asking for help from hunters in providing samples from their harvested deer.
Chronic… more
Learn how F&G identifies Chinook salmon redds from the air
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Join Idaho Fish and Game as we show you what a Chinook salmon redd looks like from an aerial perspective. In this video, there will be a series of images collected during the 2023 Chinook salmon drone surveys containing redds and you will have several seconds to try and identify where you think the redd is located in… more
Pack River Delta habitat restoration project beginning November in North Idaho
| idfg-tjross
Idaho Fish and Game will soon begin a second phase of wildlife habitat restoration on the Pack River Delta in North Idaho.
An initial restoration project occurred on the Pack River Delta during winter 2009. The upcoming project will rebuild some of the landforms created during the 2009 project and build… more
Make an impact and apply for the Citizens Shooting Range Advisory Committee by Dec. 1
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Idaho Fish and Game is seeking members of the public who want to have an impact on shooting range decisions by volunteering to serve on a Citizens Shooting Range Advisory Committee, which will be responsible for providing annual input about public shooting range grant applications.
We are seeking to fill the… more
Mule deer taken in Hunting Unit 32A tests positive for chronic wasting disease
| idfg-rphillips
Idaho Fish and Game recently received test results confirming a positive case of chronic wasting disease in a mule deer buck harvested roughly 7 miles south of New Meadows in Game Management Unit 32A. This is the first known case of CWD outside of Unit 14 north of Riggins, where the disease was first detected in Idaho… more
Pelt Preparation demonstration day to be hosted by the Intermountain Fur Harvesters in the Panhandle on Nov. 11
| idfg-tjross
Whether you are a seasoned trapper looking to improve your pelt preparation skills, a hunter looking to properly care for a hide or someone with no hunting and trapping experience, you are invited to attend a Pelt Preparation demonstration day on Nov. 11.
Late fall and winter can be productive for stream fishing
| idfg-rphillips
People may see anglers wading streams during frigid weather and wonder "what are they doing?" The short answer is, probably catching fish.
Late fall and winter are often overlooked on Idaho's rivers and streams for the simple reason many people don't want to deal with the cold, but trout… more
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Update - 11/07/2023
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for November 7, 2023. The data for this report was collected between Monday, October 30 and Sunday, November 5.
Steelhead angler effort on the upper Salmon River remained relatively high during the past week. Most anglers were… more
Fishing dock to be replaced at Kid’s Creek Pond
| idfg-mdemick
Anglers of Kid’s Creek Pond in Salmon will soon have a new fishing dock to enjoy.
Fish and Game will replace the dock beginning Tuesday, Nov. 7 to provide safer access to the water for anglers. The area will remain open for day use, but users are asked to respect the small construction area closure near… more
F&G Commission meeting Nov. 15-16 in Lewiston
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will hold the public hearing and business meeting at Idaho Fish and Game’s Clearwater regional office at 3316 16th Street in Lewiston. A public hearing will begin on Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. PST at the same location. Those wishing to speak to the Commission during the public hearing will… more
BIG rainbow trout stocked in several southeast Idaho fisheries
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Motorists on Highway 21 and elsewhere should be cautious as deer and elk migrations approach
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Deer and elk are on the move as they head for winter range in Southwest Idaho, including the Boise Foothills.
Deer, elk and other big game animals will be crossing roads and highways in the process, which is risky to animals and motorists. Drivers are asked to keep a sharp eye out and avoid collisions,… more
Trapper education course planned Nov. 10 in Salmon
| idfg-mdemick
Idaho Fish and Game will host a trapper education course in Salmon on Friday, November 10. The course will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fish and Game Regional Office, 99 Highway 93 North.
Advanced registration is required, and class size will be limited. To register, go online to Fish and… more
Mysterious state record largemouth vindicated on 75th anniversary
| idfg-mkoenig
Anyone that has looked over Idaho’s list of State Record Fish has likely noticed the issue with the largemouth bass from Anderson Lake. The 10 lb 15 oz fish has appeared on the list with no length or girth measurements. The angler’s name of “Mrs. W. M. Taylor” is a bit odd, and there isn’t even a date of catch, making… more
Helpful tips to remember when interacting with Fish and Game conservation officers
| idfg-tjross
With most hunting seasons already open, Idaho’s hunting, fishing and trapping culture is being enjoyed by many.
Amidst the hustle and bustle this time of year, Idaho Fish and Game’s conservation officers are also hitting the woods to help keep people safe and to ensure Idaho’s wildlife resources are enjoyed… more
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Update - 10/31/2023
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for October 31st, 2023. The data discussed in this report was collected between Monday, October 23rd and Sunday, October 29th.
Steelhead angler effort on the Upper Salmon River increased during the past week, with most of the effort occurring… more