F&G Commission sets migratory game bird seasons for 2025-26
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission set the 2025-2026 migratory game bird seasons, including waterfowl, mourning dove, American crow, and sandhill crane. In 2024, Fish and Game then conducted a web-based goose hunter opinion survey to obtain input from goose hunters on how to structure goose seasons and zones.
Idaho Fish and Game Commission rescinds Snake River hunting, fishing, and trapping closure due to quagga mussels
At their April 15, 2025 meeting, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission rescinded their Snake River closure to hunting, fishing and trapping below the high-water mark near Twin Falls that had been in place since September 29, 2023.
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (04-15-2025)
Steelhead angler effort remained high last week upstream of the East Fork Salmon River, while effort continuing to decline in all other areas. Catch rates above the East Fork remained excellent with interviewed anglers averaging 4 hours per steelhead caught. Anglers interviewed downstream of the Pahsimeroi River averaged 11 hours per steelhead caught, but most of the catch occurred earlier in the week before poor river conditions set in on Thursday.
Introduction to Dutch Oven Cooking class to be hosted at the Farragut Shooting Range Center in May
Get ready to impress your friends, family or neighbors at your next get together by learning the ins and outs of Dutch oven cooking!
Spearfishing opportunities could expand, F&G taking comment on proposals until April 28
Fish and Game fisheries managers are proposing spearfishing seasons for specific species in specific waters and where spearfishing would align with current management objectives outlined in the state fish management plan. People can review proposals and comment by Monday, April 28 at noon MDT.
Deadline extended to April 24 for strategic plan web comments
Idaho Fish and Game is updating its strategic plan in 2025 and wants to hear from Idahoans who are interested in shaping future wildlife management in the state. Residents wanting to participate can provide online comments through April 24.
Bird boxes NOW available at Clearwater Region office in Lewiston
Thanks to volunteer builders, we now have bird boxes available at the IDFG regional office in Lewiston. We are requesting a $10/box donation to help cover the cost of materials/supplies. Additional proceeds will go towards maintenance of the Lewiston Wildlife Habitat Area. Get your box today!
F&G Commission will meet via special conference call on Tuesday, April 15 at 9 a.m. MST
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission is scheduled to hold a special conference call on Tuesday, April 15 at 9 a.m. MST.
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