Upper Snake Region

The Southeast Regional Office of the Idaho Fish and Game has been notified by the irrigation company managing Treasureton Reservoir that repairs on the dam are necessary. To complete the repairs, the reservoir needs to be drained. The reservoir will likely be drained mid-September. Fish in the reservoir will be killed as water levels become unsuitable.

Large fires are currently burning in Central and North Idaho and are likely to be burning when archery season opens at the end of August. Fires have created large closure areas that will temporarily curb hunters’ access to some areas.

On Aug. 8, Idaho Fish and Game personnel captured a yearling grizzly bear in a research trap near Big Springs. Grizzly bears typically stay with their family group until they are two years old. Biologists were uncertain why this young bear was not with its mother, but it was in good condition and making it on its own.

Idaho Fish and Game officials lethally removed a black bear on Aug. 9 at Bill’s Island in Island Park. The bear had been spotted by residents for at least two weeks and could not be safely relocated because it had become habituated to searching for food at residences. It was also comfortable near people and was spotted sleeping under porches, walking on decks, and was active day and night.

Restrictions apply to campfires, smoking, and more. Fireworks and exploding targets are always illegal on F&G lands. 

Hunters are reminded that Sandhill crane will be available first-come, first-served starting at 10 am MDT, August 1 at Fish and Game offices, license vendors, online at https://idfg.idaho.gov/buy-online, or by calling 800-554-8685.