Press Releases and Articles
2025 South Fork Salmon Fishery Starts June 19
| idfg-jmessner
Happy Friday Everyone!
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission met this morning via conference call to set seasons for Chinook Salmon fisheries on the Upper Salmon River, the Lochsa River, and the South Fork Salmon River. They also increased the season limit from 10 adults to 20 adults, based on an increase in the… more
F&G Commission approves 2025 summer Chinook seasons
| idfg-cliess
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission met via conference call and approved the proposed summer Chinook salmon seasons for the South Fork Salmon and Upper Salmon rivers as well as the Lochsa River. The summer season for the South Fork Salmon and Upper Salmon rivers is set to open on June 19, while the Lochsa River will… more
Upper Salmon River Chinook update - 6/12/2025
| idfg-gschoby
Just a quick follow up to my update from Monday (6/9)…
We’ve only observed one additional Sawtooth adult Chinook salmon PIT tag since that update, so our harvest share is still hovering around 400 fish.
The IDFG Commission will meet tomorrow (Friday 6/13) to review and discuss the summer Chinook… more
Commissioner Dave Bobbitt of Coeur d'Alene takes over as F&G Commissioner Chair
| idfg-rphillips
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission in May elected Dave Bobbitt of Coeur d’Alene as its new chairman, and he will serve in that role for one year.
Bobbitt recently shared some of his experience as a commissioner and insights on his future as chair of the commission.
“I’m devoted to sportsmen… more
Now available: Controlled hunt drawing results for deer, elk, pronghorn, fall bear, turkey, and swan
| idfg-cliess
Results of the deer, elk, pronghorn, fall black bear, fall turkey, and swan controlled hunt drawings are now available. Fish and Game will NOT be sending any postcards this year, so hunters are encouraged to review their email to verify their results or log into their online account at GoOutdoorsIdaho.com. For more… more
Catch, kill, keep: With walleye biting and no bag or possession limits on the species at Lake Lowell, Fish and Game asks anglers to take advantage
| idfg-bpearson
Fisheries biologists in Southwest Idaho have been getting flooded with calls from anglers catching walleye in Lake Lowell in recent weeks, and while biologists appreciate anglers’ eagerness to report, there’s a simple message for anyone who catches a walleye caught in Lake Lowell: Catch, kill and keep.
It’… more
Fencing project at Dog Creek Reservoir will restrict camping opportunity until further notice
| idfg-Kenzie.Baratti
Idaho Fish and Game will be developing a new parking area and designated camping sites at Dog Creek Reservoir. These developments have become necessary to reduce ongoing vandalism, illegal dumping, and unattended or unsafe fires in an area particularly vulnerable to wildfire.
Due to these on-going issues, Idaho… more
Growing kokanee for people and fish in Lake Pend Oreille in North Idaho
| idfg-tjross
Kokanee are the backbone of the incredible fisheries to which Lake Pend Oreille is home. They are also a staple on the dinner table for many folks.
To support the needs of fish and the desires of fisherman on Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho Fish and Game staff spawn adult kokanee and then release millions of fry from… more
Angler creel survey underway on the Kootenai River in North Idaho
| idfg-tjross
Idaho Fish and Game is currently conducting an angler survey, also known as a creel survey, on the Kootenai River. The survey will run from June 1 through Oct. 15 of 2025.
During the survey period, anglers will be asked to participate in a 2-3 minute interview after completing their fishing for the day to gather… more
Fish and Game to host Free Fishing Day event at Riley Pond on June 14
| idfg-Kenzie.Baratti
Have you or someone you know ever wanted to learn how to fish? Or maybe it's been a while, and you could use a quick refresher? Mark your calendars—this Saturday, June 14, is Idaho’s Free Fishing Day!
To celebrate, Idaho Fish and Game's Magic Valley Region will host a Free Fishing Day event at Riley Pond in… more
Spring Chinook Salmon Fishing Update 6/10/2025: Rapid River Run, Hells Canyon, and Clearwater River Fisheries
| idfg-jdupont
Hi everybody.
It is time for another weekly update for the Clearwater Region’s spring Chinook Salmon fisheries (June 10, 2025). There are multiple changes occurring to the spring Chinook Salmon fisheries this week, so be sure to read below if you plan to go fishing. Additionally, the Fish and Game… more
F&G Commission will meet via special conference call on Friday, June 13 at 9 a.m. MDT
| idfg-cliess
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet via a special conference call on Friday, June 13 at 9 a.m. MDT to make a final decision on the 2025 summer Chinook salmon fishing seasons. People can attend in person at Fish and Game’s Headquarters Office at 600 South Walnut in Boise or visit a regional office to listen in… more
Lower Salmon River and portions of Clearwater River Basin closed for Chinook salmon fishing
| idfg-cliess
Idaho Fish and Game closed adult Chinook salmon fishing on the lower Salmon River on Monday, June 9; additionally, portions of the Clearwater River basin are set to close at the end of fishing hours on Friday, June 13. Chinook fishing along the Little Salmon River will remain open four days per week—Thursday, Friday,… more
Upper Salmon River Chinook update - 6/9/2025
| idfg-gschoby
Archery angler shatters state record for grass carp
| idfg-rphillips
Riley Farden of New Plymouth was bow fishing for carp on the Snake River when he shot an arrow that not only hit its mark, it set a new state record for grass carp.
The fish weighed a whopping 67.65 pounds, was 49 inches long with a 32.75 girth. Idaho Fish and Game segregates the carp state records by… more
June trout stocking schedule for the Southeast Region
| idfg-jjackson
Grab your fishing pole, pack the cooler, and don’t forget your fishing license! Personnel from Idaho Fish and Game’s hatcheries in the Southeast Region will be releasing nearly 18,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at various locations during June. And, check it out, 1000 tiger trout are headed to Montpelier… more
Pollinator celebrations planned for Pocatello during June
| idfg-jjackson
This year, June 16 through June 22 marks National Pollinator Week! The Portneuf Pollinator Partnership composed of various community organizations will be celebrating pollinators during that week with free public events, culminating with a special event at Idaho Fish and Game’s Edson Fichter Nature Area.
… more
May Super Hunt drawing nets $1 million for access, next drawing is in August
| idfg-rphillips
Idaho Fish and Game in May held its first of two Super Hunt drawings and raised over a million dollars for public access for hunting and fishing. Entries are being sold now for the next drawing, and deadline is Aug. 10.
Half the winners were from Idaho, and hunters from California, Nevada, Utah, Texas,… more