Press Releases

September trout stocking schedule for the Southeast Region

Fall isn’t just for hunting! Personnel from Idaho Fish and Game’s hatcheries in the Southeast Region will be releasing over 21,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at various locations during September.  Fish on!

Project WILD workshop for teachers coming to Pocatello in September

How would you like to be a “WILD teacher”? A “WILD teacher” is one who has participated in a Project WILD workshop presented by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. Participants learn about wildlife and discover fun and exciting ways to teach wildlife conservation and ecological concepts in the classroom. Plus, it is a great way to earn a credit through an Idaho university.  The next Project WILD workshop-- WILD About Early Learners-- is coming to Pocatello in September!

Prescribed burn in unit 66 may continue into the first week of September

Hunters in the Tex Creek Zone should be aware of prescribed burn activity in Unit 66. Some minor trail and area closures may be in effect into the first week of September as the Forest Service wraps up fire activity.

September fish stocking shedule for the Upper Snake Region

Fishing continues to be great in the Upper Snake Region heading into September. The cooler weather means it is only going to get better! Don't miss your chance to throw in a line at these great locations that will be full of fish.

F&G seeking information in mountain lion case

Fish and Game is seeking information on a young female mountain lion that was shot and left on private property near Lake Hollow in the Medicine Lodge area.

Southwest Region September Rainbow Trout Stocking Schedule

Personnel from Fish and Game's McCall and Nampa Hatcheries will be releasing more than 9,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at the following locations during September.

LOCATION      WEEK STOCKED      NUMBER OF TROUT

F&G Commission looks to manage nonresident hunters and seeks nonresident fee increase

The Idaho Fish and Game Commission is looking at ways to manage the number and distribution of nonresident big game hunters in response to concerns about hunter crowding and congestion in some popular hunting areas. 

Magic Valley Region trout stocking schedule for September 2019

Hatchery personnel from Fish and Game’s Magic Valley Region will be stocking nearly 29,000 10" - 12” catchable-sized rainbow trout at the following locations during September.

Update Sept. 13: All nonresident elk and deer tags sold out

Fish and Game licensing section reported all regular nonresident deer and elk tags have sold out.

Limits apply only to nonresident deer tags. There is no limit on the number of resident deer tags available.

Commission approves fall Chinook fishing, reduces steelhead bag limit

Idaho Fish and Game Commission recently opened the fall Chinook salmon fishing season on the Snake, Salmon and Clearwater rivers starting Aug. 24 and reduced the fall steelhead bag limit to one fish per day and three in possession. 

Hatchery highlights for September: Notable fish stockings around the state

Whether it is a large number of fish being stocked relative to the size of the water, a unique species, a new location, or a one-time-only stocking, hatchery staff point out stocking events of interest for anglers. 

F&G Commission approves 2019 sage-grouse season

The Idaho Fish and Game Commission on Aug.

Salmon Region waters to be stocked with trout in September

Idaho Department of Fish and Game will stock over 2,900 rainbow trout in the 10-12 inch range in late August-early September at the following locations:

Location; Week Stocked; Number of Trout

Gavers Lagoon stocking suspended prior to lagoon rehabilitation

Stocking of rainbow trout has been suspended at Gavers Lagoon, located at the Hayspur Hatchery near Picabo, due to an upcoming rehabilitation project. Normally, the popular lagoon is stocked on a regular basis for anglers who like to fish in the Wood River Valley.

Idaho's early small game opportunities are a great gateway for new hunters

Hunting small game is a great way for beginners to get started, and some of the earliest fall hunting seasons — including squirrel, snowshoe hare, cottontail, dove and forest grouse — present excellent opportunities for new hunters to develop their skills and confidence without breaking the bank.

Crossing private land to access public land for big game hunting is a privilege, not a right

Often, big game hunts in Idaho require hunters to cross private land to reach their hunt unit that is usually on publicly-owned land.

F&G's online course is the fast-track for hunter education

For people interested in hunting this fall who have not taken a hunter education course, it’s not too late. By completing an online course and attending a mandatory field day, students can fast-track their hunter education and be ready to hunt.

Second controlled hunt draw results now online

Results of the second controlled hunt drawing have been posted.
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