Press Releases and Articles
Biologists Track Wolves' Spring Activity
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As the days become longer we each welcome the season with our own traditions: bird watching, fishing, evening walks with the dog. But for wildlife biologist Jason Husseman springtime is the flying season. He's one of the scientists monitoring Idaho's wolf population. And just as surely as spring brings birds building… moreBurley Hunter Gets Unexpected Birthday Gift
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Another hunter is being rewarded for applying early for a controlled hunt. Shawn Millspaugh of Burley won $450 when his name was drawn from a pool of applicants who put in for controlled hunts early. To be eligible for the $450 drawing applications must have been received by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game no… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q: I heard West Nile Virus may be a problem here in Idaho this year. I know it affects certain birds. If I find a dead bird on my property what should I do? A: The Idaho Department of Fish and Game will be testing birds for the presence of West Nile Virus this year. However, the department is only interested in… moreFish and Game Employees Honored
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Two Salmon region Fish and Game employees were honored recently at the agency's In-Service Training School in Boise. Senior Conservation Officer Tony Latham and Senior Research Fishery Biologist Jon Hansen each received awards for their service to Idaho's wildlife resources. Latham received the prestigious Shikar… morePoison Possible In Panther Creek Area
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Confirmation of the poisoning of a gray wolf in Clear Creek, a tributary of Panther Creek has local wildlife officials concerned about public safety. Collared wolf B-204 was discovered by Idaho Fish and Game biologists during a routine monitoring flight on May 14, 2005. The animal's collar was sending a mortality… moreViolators Do Community Service
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On a recent May weekend, twenty-five Fish and Game violators completed the court-ordered community service portion of their sentences. Fish and Game officers split the group into two and headed to either the Pahsimeroi Hatchery or the Rifle Range outside of Salmon as well as public access sites from the Cottonwood… moreRegistration for Lewiston-area Hunter and Archery Education Courses Begins June 13
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LEWISTON - On June 13, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) will begin student registration for hunter and archery education courses scheduled in July and August in the Lewiston- area. Registration will begin at 8 a.m. at the Lewiston IDFG office located at 1540 Warner Avenue. Only a limited number of… moreWomen's Outdoor Skills Clinic Scheduled For June 24-26
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LEWISTON - - Fly fishing, archery hunting, outdoor survival, steelhead fishing, and rifle, shotgun and muzzleloader shooting are just some of the topics being offered during the Women's Outdoor Clinic scheduled June 24-26 at Hell's Gate State Park in Lewiston. Sponsored by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG… moreFree Fishing Day Coming Up On June 11th
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IDAHO FALLS - While kids under the age of 14 always get to fish for free in Idaho, Free Fishing Day is the one time each year when adults too can fish without a license. This year the event falls on Saturday, June 11th. While all other regulations still apply, this incredible opportunity is open to everyone, and you don… moreFish and Game Responds to Licensing Glitch
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game will give hunters some extra time to apply for controlled hunts and Super Hunt. The department is extending the deadline for applications to June 5 after the statewide computerized licensing system crashed on Friday. The computers do not belong to the Idaho Department of Fish… moreFree Fishing Day Is June 11
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Saturday, June 11 is Free Fishing Day in Idaho. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) invites novice anglers of all ages (residents and nonresidents alike) to celebrate the day by fishing any public waters in Idaho without a license. Although fishing license requirements are suspended for this special day, all… moreMessage From The Director
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Steve, Huffaker, Idaho Director of Fish and Game I'm sorry. That's all I can say. Many of you were greatly inconvenienced this weekend when you tried to buy a fishing license or put in for a controlled hunt. As you probably know, last week the licensing system was, to put it kindly, a mess. For a variety of… moreSportsman's Breakfast Scheduled June 7 at Helm Restaurant
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LEWISTON - - Outdoor enthusiasts are invited to June 7th Idaho Department of Fish and Game breakfast meeting to be held at the Helm Restaurant in Lewiston beginning at 6:30 a.m. The meeting will include reports the salmon season, upcoming free fishing day events, significant enforcement cases and upcoming projects… moreFree Fishing Day Aims to Hook New Anglers
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LEWISTON - - Saturday, June 11 is Idaho's Free Fishing Day and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game invites anglers, residents and nonresidents, to celebrate the day afield by fishing Idaho's waters without a license. All other fishing regulations pertaining to limits, opening dates and tackle restrictions remain in… moreFree Fishing Day is June 11
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If you want to go fishing, but don't have a license, your chance is coming up. Every year the Idaho Department of Fish and Game offers people a chance to try fishing without purchasing a license on Free Fishing Day. This year Free Fishing Day is Saturday June 11. For this one day only anyone can fish in Idaho.… moreBoaters Warned About Zebra Mussels
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As you head to the water this spring, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game asks that you keep an eye out for a small mollusk called the zebra mussel. The warning is especially critical to those who are purchasing used boats from states east of the Rockies. Zebra mussels are an invasive species that can take… moreKids Conservation Clinic set June 4
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A National Guard youth and kids outdoor clinic is set to begin at 8 a.m. June 4 at the Atwood Ranch near Payette. The event is open to families and youth ages six to 17 and includes a fishing clinic on stocked ponds, an archery range, 4-H pellet gun range for teaching basic firearms safety and shooting, the… moreSportsman Wins Big, Gives it Back
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Every year, hundreds of Idaho hunters apply early for controlled hunt tags in hopes of winning one of two drawings for cash prizes. The prizes of $550 and $450 are offered by the Idaho Fish and Wildlife Foundation to encourage hunters to apply early. This year's winner of the first drawing for $550 didn't buy a… more