Press Releases and Articles
'Why can nonresidents buy tags on Dec. 1?' That question and more answered.
| idfg-rphillips
Hunters have asked Fish and Game staff a number of questions about the nonresident tag sale, including residents asking about the timing of the sale.
Here’s a quick explanation:
Why do nonresidents buy tags on Dec. 1?
The Dec. 1 sale date is to allow nonresidents more time to plan their… more
Snapshots of deer migration over the new Highway 21 overpass
| idfg-bpearson
Fish and Game cameras have been capturing photos of deer migrating over the new Cervidae Peak Wildlife Overpass on Highway 21 in Southwest Idaho.
Cameras have been in place for just a few weeks, but are already showing use of the overpass. Here are some shots from those cameras from a few days in November… more
Hunters using e-bikes are reminded to be aware of motor vehicle use restrictions on public lands
| idfg-bpearson
Idaho Fish and Game’s Conservation Officers are noticing a trend of hunters running afoul of motor vehicle use restrictions on public lands by using e-bikes and incorrectly assuming motorized vehicle restrictions do not apply to them.
No matter how you slice it, e-bikes are motorized vehicles in Idaho – whether… more
Anglers are reminded to turn in Lake Pend Oreille fishing logbooks by Dec. 10 for a chance to win prizes and swag
| idfg-tjross
If you are a fisherman participating in the angler science program on Lake Pend Oreille, thank you for investing time and energy into helping Idaho Fish and Game. Information collected by anglers will help Fish and Game manage the trophy rainbow trout fishery.
Resident licenses, tags and permits will be temporarily unavailable on Dec. 1
| idfg-rphillips
Sales of Idaho resident Fish and Game licenses, tags and permits will be temporarily unavailable on Dec. 1 due to anticipated high volumes of sales of nonresident deer and elk tags.
Residents needing a license, tag or permit should plan to buy them before or after Dec. 1. High demand for nonresident deer… more
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Update - 11/28/2023
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for November 28th, 2023. The data for this report was collected between Monday, November 20th and Sunday, November 26th.
Steelhead angler effort dropped considerably during the past week on the Upper Salmon River. The decline was… more
Important dates to help plan your December
| idfg-cliess
From tags sales to season openers, there’s a lot happening in Idaho during December that you should be aware of. Staying in the loop can be the difference between applying for that coveted controlled hunt tag and watching from the sidelines.
Be sure to stay up to date on all Fish and Game happenings. Here are… more
Statewide trout stocking highlights for December 2023
| idfg-cliess
Many of Idaho’s lakes and ponds are soon going to be bolstered with Idaho Fish and Game stocking roughly 7,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout this December. Wondering if the stocking trucks are going to be backing up to your favorite fishing hole? We asked our Fish and Game hatchery staff to boil down some of the most… more
Never let the sun set on a dirty firearm
| idfg-cliess
Another season in the books. You and your trusty firearm spent countless hours roaming the mountain slopes and drainages that Idaho is known for and likely in all kinds of weather.
For all the times your firearm’s had your back (literally), now is the point in the year when you have its back. Whether you… more
Third and final wave of steelhead will be stocked in the Boise River
| idfg-cliess
The third wave of steelhead will be stocked in the Boise River on Monday, Nov. 27. This will be the final batch for the year and will consist of approximately 130 fish, meaning about 25 steelhead will be released at each site.
Glenwood Bridge Americana Bridge Below the Broadway Avenue Bridge behind Boise State… more
F&G Commission approves temporary antler gathering closure for Upper Snake and Southeast Regions
| idfg-rphillips
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission recently set an antler gathering closure starting Jan. 1, 2024 and running through April 14, 2024 in the Upper Snake and Southeast Regions. The closure will only take place on public land, and activities other than antler hunting will not be affected.
The closure is… more
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Update - 11/21/2023
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for November 21st, 2023. The data for this report was collected between Monday, November 13th and Sunday, November 19th.
Steelhead angler effort along the Upper Salmon River started to decline during the past week, but catch rates… more
Fish for burbot and win prizes by participating in the Kootenai River Angler Science Program
| idfg-tjross
Fish and Game is inviting burbot fishermen to participate in the Kootenai River Angler Science Program to gather information that will help make burbot fishing even better. The best part? Simply for participating anglers will receive free swag and be entered into a free raffle for a chance to win some great prizes… more
F&G seeking public input on Idaho upland game, turkey and furbearer season setting, 2024-2025
| idfg-cliess
Idaho Fish and Game will be setting the new seasons for upland game, turkey and furbearers for 2024-2025 in January 2024. Hunters and trappers are highly encouraged to review the proposed seasons and changes and weigh in with their own comments. The comment period is open until Dec. 3, 2023 at 6 p.m. MST.
Fish… more
MK Nature Center's annual bird seed sale coming Dec. 1 and 2
| idfg-cliess
The MK Nature Center will host its 17th annual bird seed sale on Dec. 1 and 2. Come and stock up on food for your favorite backyard birds! Proceeds from this event benefit educational programs and day-to-day operations at the nature center.
High-quality bird seed — including black-oil sunflower, dove and… more
ICYMI: Fish and Game Commission Meeting Nov. 16, 2023
| idfg-cliess
Watch the full recap of the Nov. 16, 2023 Idaho Fish and Game Commission Meeting in Lewiston.
Topics covered include: White sturgeon and the mountain lion management plans, shed antler gathering closure proposals and land acquisition proposals.
Second wave of steelhead to be stocked in the Boise River
| idfg-bpearson
More steelhead are headed for the Boise River during the week of Thanksgiving.
Approximately 250 additional steelhead will be released into the Boise River on Wednesday, Nov. 22. The Fish and Game fish stocking trucks will be releasing fish at the usual locations:
Glenwood Bridge Americana… more
Nonresident deer and elk tags go on sale Dec. 1
| idfg-rphillips
Nonresident deer and elk tags for the 2024 hunting season go on sale at 10 a.m. MST on Dec. 1. Licenses and tags can be bought online at GoOutdoorsIdaho.com, through the Idaho Fish and Game mobile apps for IOS and Android, or by phone at (800) 554-8685. They can also be bought in person at license vendor… more