Press Releases and Articles
Deadline alert: Applications for F&G Commission Community Challenge Grants are due by April 15
| idfg-cliess
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission's Community Challenge Grant program is open for applications March 1 through April 15. Grants provide competitive funding for officially recognized nonprofit organizations to implement projects that are broadly supported by the local sporting community and enhance… more
F&G offers tips to avoid conflicts as bears come out of hibernation this spring
| idfg-jbrower
Spring is a critical time for bears as they emerge from hibernation and search for food. Natural food sources can be scarce early in the season, making unsecured garbage, pet food, bird feeders, and other human-related attractants a significant temptation. If a bear becomes accustomed to unnatural foods, it can lead to… more
Southwest Region rainbow trout stocking schedule - April
| idfg-bpearson
Fish and Game staff will be stocking nearly 28,000 catchable-size (10 to 12 inch) trout at the following locations across the Southwest Region in April.
All fish stocked are rainbow trout. Stocking of all waters is tentative and dependent on river/lake/pond conditions (angler safety concerns);… more
Kids Creek Pond & Johnson Pond to be stocked with steelhead
| idfg-mdemick
Now’s a good time to grab the kids, your fishing gear, and head to a local fishing hole. Personnel from Idaho Fish and Game's Pahsimeroi Hatchery will release 200 adult steelhead into Kids Creek Pond Thursday, April 3, followed by approximately 200 steelhead into Johnson Pond on Friday, April 4. … more
The closure of a portion of Boise River WMA ended on April 1, but read this before you dust off your hiking boots
| idfg-bpearson
The portion of the Boise Front Segment of Boise River Wildlife Management Area, west of Highway 21, reopened to the public on April 1, following a months-long closure aimed at benefitting wintering big game and accommodate rehabilitation efforts following the Valley Fire.
Although this… more
Embrace the challenges and rewards of wildland turkey hunting
| idfg-rphillips
Idaho hunters are blessed with about two-thirds of the state being publicly owned, and hundreds of thousands more acres are open for public hunting. That provides great opportunities for turkey hunters because many birds are found on public land where anyone can hunt them. But be prepared for – and embrace – the… more
Angler survey taking place on Coeur d’Alene Lake in 2025
| idfg-tjross
Idaho Fish and Game, in partnership with the Coeur d’Alene Tribe, is conducting an angler survey, also known as a creel survey, on Coeur d’Alene Lake and its chain lakes in 2025.
Reminder to turn in Kootenai River Angler Science Program packets by April 15 for a chance to win prizes!
| idfg-tjross
If you are one of the many anglers who participated in the 2025 Kootenai River Angler Science Program, thank you for investing time and energy into the program. Information collected by all of you will help Idaho Fish and Game manage the burbot fishery in the Kootenai River.
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (04-01-2025)
| idfg-bbeller
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for April 1, 2025. The data discussed in this report was collected between Monday, March 24 and Sunday, March 30.
Steelhead angler effort along the Upper Salmon River continued shifting upstream last week. Angler effort increased significantly… more
Prescribed burn occurring at Market Lake this April
| idfg-jbrower
Ririe Reservoir Walleye Update
| idfg-bmartin
The illegal introduction of Walleye into Ririe Reservoir resulted in the establishment of this predatory species and is a concern to fishery managers because of the potential for Walleye to negatively impact other fish populations, specifically kokanee and trout. Ririe Reservoir is one of the most popular flatwater… more
Public meetings to discuss Fish and Game's Strategic Plan scheduled in the Southwest Region
| idfg-bpearson
Idaho Fish and Game’s Southwest Region will be hosting two public meetings to gather input for the 2025 Strategic Plan Update:
Nampa
April 8, 6 p.m.
Southwest Regional Office
15950 N. Gate Blvd
Boise
April 9, 6 p.m.
IDFG Headquarters
600 S. Walnut Street … more
April fish stocking report for the Upper Snake Region
| idfg-jbrower
Spring has sprung around much of the Upper Snake Region, and we can begin to shake off those winter blues and enjoy some time outdoors fishing at one of the many stocked fishing locations. Fish and Game staff will be placing 6,000 catchable-size (10 to 12 inch) trout into the following bodies of water… more
Spring is in the air! Clearwater Region rainbow trout stocking schedule for April
| idfg-jbruns
Fish and Game staff will be stocking nearly 26,200 catchable-size (10 to 12 inch) trout at the following locations across the Clearwater Region in April.
All fish stocked are rainbow trout, unless otherwise noted. Stocking of all waters is tentative and dependent on river/lake/pond conditions (angler… more
Annual Idaho Fish and Game Fur auction to run online April 7-21
| idfg-jbruns
This year’s auction of furs, hides, antlers and other items will be run through Wears Auctioneering West. The online auction opens on April 7 and ends on April 21 at 3 p.m. (MDT). Buyers can preview photos of auction items on Wears Auctioneering West’s website. There will be no in-person viewing of items.
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Idaho Fish and Game relocates cow and calf moose from University of Idaho
| idfg-jbruns
On Friday, March 28th, Idaho Fish and Game successfully relocated a cow moose and her calf from the University of Idaho campus to a more suitable habitat. While the public enjoys the presence of these magnificent animals, their prolonged stay in populated areas can pose safety concerns for both humans and wildlife.… more
River otter trapping season closed in the Salmon Region
| idfg-mdemick
The river otter harvest quota for Idaho’s Salmon Region was reached on Thursday, March 27, 2025. The otter trapping season for the entire region closes 72 hours after the harvest quota has been met. As a result, the otter season for the entire region closes at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 30, 2025. … more
Idaho Fish and Game relocates young bull moose from Chubbuck
| idfg-jjackson
A young bull moose stands within a fenced storage facility in Chubbuck on March 27. The moose had first been reported in town during the early morning hours. Idaho Fish and Game tranquilized and moved the moose to a more suitable habitat away from town and busy roads.