Press Releases and Articles
North Idaho Fish Populations and Unseasonably Warm Water
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Chances are if you've been to the southern end of Lake Coeur d'Alene, the lower Coeur d'Alene River chain lakes, or maybe even Hayden Lake; you've seen a few dead fish floating around or perhaps a pile of dead fish washed up on shore. Reports of fish die offs have been coming into the Idaho Department of Fish and Game… moreChinook Season Continues On Little Salmon
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Anglers fishing the Little Salmon River for Chinook salmon will continue to have the opportunity at least through this weekend. Salmon fishing has been great on the Little Salmon River recently. However, fishery managers estimate the share set aside for sport anglers will not have been completely harvested by then… more
Fishing with Crowds
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Sometimes it’s called combat fishing, because salmon and steelhead fishing can get crowded on popular stretches of river. Yet, most anglers work together to make it enjoyable. This part of the video explains how people can fish together and not cause conflict with other anglers.
Safety Advisory on Craig Mountain Wildlife Management Area
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Recreational users are encouraged to be prepared for falling trees and eroded trenches across roads, especially down Eagle Creek Road on the Craig Mountain Wildlife Management Area south of Lewiston. The recent storms, combined with conditions from last year's Big Cougar Fire has created road damage, falling debris,… moreHunt Idaho Expo: Connecting Mountains to Meals Scheduled in Lewiston
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Idaho Fish and Game is piloting a two-day event entitled "Hunt Idaho: Connecting Mountains to Meals", a series of educational, hands-on workshops to connect people to the tradition of hunting. Anyone interested in hunting, from those that have never picked up a gun before and those whom have hunted for many years… more
Hatcheries stock local ponds for Free Fishing Day
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Your local fish hatchery will have fish stocking trucks on the road every day this week. There's a good chance that catchable rainbow trout will be stocked into your favorite fishing hole in preparation for Free Fishing Day. Organized events will take place at Grace Hatchery, Kelly Park Pond in Soda, Hawkins Reservoir… more
Chinook Seasons to Open on Upper Salmon
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Chinook salmon fishing season on the upper Salmon River opens Saturday, June 13. The river will be open from the Copper Mine boat ramp approximately 2.5 miles upstream from the mouth of the Middle Fork Salmon River to a posted boundary 100 yards downstream from the Fish and Game weir at Sawtooth Hatchery south of… moreFree Fishing Day - Statewide Events
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Saturday, June 13 is Free Fishing Day in Idaho, and Idaho Fish and Game invites veteran and novice anglers of all ages, residents and nonresidents alike, to celebrate the day by fishing anywhere in Idaho without a license. Though fishing license requirements are suspended for this special day, all other rules, such as… morePronghorn Fawn Dies, Public's Help Sought in Poaching Case
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The fawn pronghorn that was shot through both legs and orphaned when poachers illegally killed the adult doe has died. Idaho Fish and Game is asking the public for any information regarding this wildlife crime. The adult doe pronghorn antelope and two abandoned fawns were found north of Mountain Home on June 2.… moreDeer Hunting Wildavore Workshop Slated
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Adults with a desire to learn big game hunting skills and participate in an actual big game hunt are invited to take part in an upcoming workshop tailored to give them the skills necessary to become successful hunters. The four-day Wildavore workshop - hosted by Idaho Fish and Game - will be held Saturday July 18th,… moreVideo Story: Kaden's Youth Turkey Hunt
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A first hunt is a memorable experience for everyone involved. This spring, 11-year-old Kaden Davis's drew a turkey tag and his first hunt was captured on video by C.C. Films. Jay Stark and Christopher Collins, two Idaho Fish and Game Hunter Education Instructors, hosted Kaden and his dad Toby, along with Kaden's… moreAsk Fish and Game: Salmon Fishing on Free Fishing Day
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Q: Do I need a Salmon permit to fish for salmon on Free Fishing Day? A: No. Anglers don't need a license or salmon permit to fish for salmon on Free Fishing Day, but they are still subject to all other rules including bag and possession limits.Chinook Salmon Seasons to End in North Fork Clearwater and Lower Salmon Rivers
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The North Fork Clearwater River will close to all Chinook salmon fishing the end of fishing hours on June 10. In addition, all sections of the lower Salmon River downstream of Vinegar Creek will close to all Chinook salmon fishing at the end of fishing hours Thursday, June 11. Chinook salmon seasons continue on the… moreWomen's Outdoor Skills Clinic Planned in Coeur d' Alene
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The 22th annual Panhandle Region "Women's Outdoor Skills" clinic will be held from 8am-4pm on Saturday, August 8th. Additional optional activities will be available from 4pm-6pm. The event is open to women interested in learning more about the outdoors. Sites for the day will include the Idaho Fish and Game (IDFG)… moreYouth Kokanee Fishing Clinic on Dworshak
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Idaho Fish and Game will host a 3rd annual Kid's Kokanee fishing clinic on Dworshak Reservoir on Saturday, June 27th, 2015. The one-day clinic will run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Staff members will be available to take kid's on the water and teach them Kokanee fishing basics. Fishing adventures will be followed… moreAspen Working Group Schedules Public Field Trip
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The Eastern Idaho Aspen Working Group (EIAWG) has scheduled a free public field trip to the Fall Creek Area of the Caribou-Targhee National Forest to discuss aspen ecology and see restoration efforts first-hand. The field trip has been scheduled for Saturday, June 20. Interested participants should meet at 9:00 am at… moreFree Fishing Day Events in Twin Falls Area
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Want to try your hand at fishing, but don't know if you would enjoy it? Well, Saturday, June 13 is Free Fishing Day and your day to try it. Once a year, anyone can fish in Idaho without a fishing license. "Keep in mind that all fishing rules still apply so please check the regulations before fishing," said Doug… moreChinook Salmon Season To End in Sections of Lower Salmon River
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Sections of the Lower Salmon River from the Rice Creek Bridge upstream to a posted boundary about 100 yards downstream of the Hammer Creek boat ramp and from the Lake Creek Bridge (first bridge across the main Salmon River upstream of Riggins) upstream to the uppermost boat ramp at Vinegar Creek will close to all Chinook… more