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We are seeking comments on the 2026–27 sage-grouse seasons and tag proposals through Sunday, July 5, at midnight. idfg.idaho.gov/article/publi…

Public comment opportunity for proposed 2026 sage-grouse season, deadline July 5 | Idaho Fish and...

Statewide, counts of males on leks decreased from 2025 and tags numbers decreased from 5,030 in 2025, to 4,280 in 2026.

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Chinook salmon fishing is now closed on the lower portion of the mainstem Clearwater river from the Camas Prairie Railroad Bridge to Cherrylane Bridge. idfg.idaho.gov/article/porti…

Portion of mainstem Clearwater River closed for Chinook salmon fishing; adult bag and possession...

Idaho Fish and Game closed Chinook salmon fishing on the lower portion of the mainstem Clearwater river from the Camas Prairie Railroad Bridge to Cherrylane Bridge on Tuesday, May 19.

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The proposed rulemaking aims to explore expanding electronic tagging options for game birds. By allowing e-tagging validation, we are attempting to modernize processes and eliminate the need for a paper tag in the field for those interested. idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-ho…

F&G to host hybrid public meeting for negotiated rulemaking on April 15 | Idaho Fish and Game

Idaho Fish and Game will hold a public meeting in-person and virtually to take comments on upcoming proposed rules on Wednesday, April 15. The proposed rulemaking aims to explore the opportunity to...

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Chinook seasons are set to open on April 25 in the Snake River, Lower Salmon River, Little Salmon River, Mainstem Clearwater River, Middle Fork Clearwater River, North Fork Clearwater River, South Fork Clearwater River, and Lochsa River. idfg.idaho.gov/article/sprin…

Spring Chinook fishing set to open April 25 | Idaho Fish and Game

Bag limits and days per week open to fishing are variable by river section. Spring Chinook Season and Rules brochure is posted on the Chinook Fishing rules webpage.

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Three bats collected in northern Idaho have tested positive for white-nose syndrome, the first cases of the disease in Idaho bats. idfg.idaho.gov/article/white…

White-nose syndrome confirmed in Idaho bats for first time | Idaho Fish and Game

Fish and Game asks the public to avoid disturbing roosting bats and to report bat die-offs—especially if five or more bats are found dead or sick in one location within a short time. Do not handle...

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Over the past few months, IDFG  has removed 82 wild mule deer from inside a high-fenced captive elk facility in Unit 60A. About half of the deer were harvested by public hunters and were kept for personal consumption.  idfg.idaho.gov/article/mule-…

Mule deer lethally removed from captive elk facility will be donated to local food banks | Idaho...

Over the past few months, Idaho Fish and Game has removed 82 wild mule deer from inside a high-fenced captive elk facility in Game Management Unit 60A. About half of the deer were harvested by public...

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We are seeking input on management strategies for the Clearwater Basin, Hells Canyon, Rapid River Run (lower Salmon and Little Salmon rivers), and South Fork Salmon River fisheries through February 22. idfg.idaho.gov/article/now-o…

Now Open: Provide comments on spring/summer Chinook fishing season proposals | Idaho Fish and Game

Idaho Fish and Game will be setting new seasons for upcoming spring and summer Chinook fisheries and gathering public input on the upcoming season proposals from Feb. 11 to Feb. 22.

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Out of an abundance of caution, we have canceled the Hyde Pond Kids’ Ice Fishing Derby scheduled for Saturday, February 7, in Salmon. With daily high temperatures reaching near 50 degrees, we are concerned about deteriorating ice conditions. idfg.idaho.gov/article/salmo…

Salmon’s Hyde Pond Kids’ Ice Fishing Derby canceled due to uncertain ice conditions | Idaho Fish...

Out of an abundance of caution, Idaho Fish and Game has canceled the Hyde Pond Kids’ Ice Fishing Derby scheduled for Saturday, February 7, in Salmon.

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We are proposing a combination of translocation and lethal removal of about 100 nonmigratory elk on private land west of Emmett during spring and summer of 2026. The goal is to reduce damages on agricultural land, which last year exceeded $1 million. idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-co…

F&G Commission hears plan to reduce agriculture damage from elk herd on private land in Unit 32 |...

The goal of the project is to reduce elk damage on agricultural land caused by a year-round herd, which last year exceeded $1 million in this area. The herd has grown to 350 animals over the last...

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In response to a pneumonia outbreak in a small herd of bighorn sheep in the Reynolds Creek portion of Unit 40, Fish and Game officials plan to lethally remove the affected group this winter to prevent the spread of the deadly disease to other nearby herds. idfg.idaho.gov/article/fish-…

Fish and Game will lethally remove a small bighorn sheep herd in response to pneumonia outbreak in...

In response to a pneumonia outbreak caused by the bacterium Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae (M.ovi) in a small herd of California bighorn sheep in the Reynolds Creek portion of Unit 40, Fish and Game...

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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved the IDFG Strategic Plan 2026. We will use the strategic plan to identify specific goals, objectives and strategies needed to carry out our mission amid changing circumstances. idfg.idaho.gov/article/commi…

Commission approves update to IDFG Strategic Plan | Idaho Fish and Game

IDFG will use its strategic plan to identify specific goals, objectives and strategies needed to carry out its mission amid changing circumstances.

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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will consider the final Idaho Fish and Game Strategic Plan, upland and furbearer seasons, 2026 Owyhee bighorn sheep seasons, and more. See the full agenda here: idfg.idaho.gov/about/commiss… idfg.idaho.gov/article/fish-…

Commission Agenda - January 14-15, 2026 | Idaho Fish and Game

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Results for the Nonresident General deer/elk Tag Drawing are now available! idfg.idaho.gov/article/resul…

Deadline alert: nonresident deer/elk hunters who drew tags have until 11:59 p.m. MST tonight to buy...

All nonresident deer/elk tags drawn (except disabled American veteran (DAV) tags) must be purchased no later than Jan. 20 at 11:59 p.m. MST. Any tags (except DAV) tags not purchased by the deadline...

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A white-tailed buck harvested in Unit 15 south of Grangeville has tested positive for chronic wasting disease. It is the first detection in this hunting unit, but near CWD detections in Unit 14. idfg.idaho.gov/article/chron…

Chronic wasting disease detected for the first time in Unit 15 south of Grangeville | Idaho Fish...

The animal was killed is about 20 miles from Slate Creek where Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) was first detected in 2021 and where multiple deer and elk have tested positive for the disease. In recent...

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We are gathering information on the current outbreak and evaluating options to prevent further spread to neighboring herds where M.ovi has not been detected. idfg.idaho.gov/article/pneum…

Pneumonia outbreak detected in Reynolds Creek bighorn sheep in Southwest Idaho | Idaho Fish and Game

A pneumonia outbreak caused by the bacterium Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae (M.ovi) was detected in the small herd of approximately 30 California bighorn sheep in Reynolds Creek, Unit 40, during routine...

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All Idaho Fish and Game offices will be closed Wednesday, December 24, through Friday, December 26, and will reopen on Monday, December 29.
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The plan was last updated in 2015 and serves as the roadmap to chart the goals, strategies, objectives and actions the department uses to achieve our mission. idfg.idaho.gov/article/idaho…

F&G extends the comment period for its Draft Strategic Plan to Dec. 24 | Idaho Fish and Game

Those wishing to provide feedback on the draft plan can provide their input online by visiting the Strategic Plan webpage. The deadline for commenting is at 11:59 p.m. MST on Dec. 24, 2025.

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The Commission will consider adopting administrative rules, hear updates on the nonresident tag drawing and chronic wasting disease, and more. idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-co…

F&G Commission meeting Nov. 19-20 in Lewiston | Idaho Fish and Game

The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet Nov. 19 and 20 at Fish and Game’s Clearwater Region office in Lewiston. A public hearing will be held the night of Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. PST at the same...

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The new Idaho Nonresident Tag Drawing application period begins Dec. 5. The 2026 Nonresident General Tags brochure is out, so start planning your hunt selections now to prepare for the drawing. idfg.idaho.gov/article/see-w…

Application period for nonresident general season deer and elk tags runs Dec. 5-15 | Idaho Fish and...

Nonresident deer and elk hunters interested in applying for general season deer and elk hunts in the first-ever Nonresident Tag Drawing can see what tags are available for 2026, and apply for those...

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If you’re getting your Idaho Fish and Game season dates and regulations from AI or search engine results, it could cost you a citation. idfg.idaho.gov/article/dont-…

Don't trust AI for hunting and fishing regulations; go to the source | Idaho Fish and Game

Fish and Game Conservation Officers are encountering people in the field who are using AI and search engines and getting incorrect information, which has led to citations. Remember, getting bad...

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