In The Spotlight
New certified-weight record for Westslope cutthroat trout shocks fish biologists
When Luke Anderson headed to the St. Maries River in search of Westslope Cutthroat Trout, setting a new state record was probably the last thing on his mind. Or was it?
Conservation Officer Chris Johnson receives American Red Cross Life Saving Award
Idaho Fish and Game is proud to recognize Conservation Officer Chris Johnson for receiving the American Red Cross Life Saving Award for his decisive and life‑saving actions during an incident on August 10, 2025.
Sage-grouse and sandhill crane tags go on sale Aug. 3
A total of 4,280 sage-grouse tags and 870 sandhill crane tags will go on sale on a first-come, first-served basis Aug. 3 at 10 a.m. MDT. Tags will be available at Idaho Fish and Game license vendors, online at GoOutdoorsIdaho.com, and by phone at 1-800-554-8685.
Fish and Game reminds Wood River Valley residents to secure attractants as black bear sightings increase
Idaho Fish and Game enforcement staff have recently received an increase in reports of black bears frequenting residential areas throughout the Wood River Valley.
ICYMI: Idaho Fish and Game Commission Meeting July 16
Watch or listen to the full recap of the July 16 Idaho Fish and Game Commission Meeting in Jerome.
IDFG Commission awards $100K to groups for conservation and recreation projects
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission recently awarded $100,000 to help support projects that enhance fish and wildlife habitat, populations, or benefit education and recreational opportunities associated with hunting, fishing, trapping, and other wildlife recreation.
New state record Northern pike hauled out of northern Idaho
Timothy was fishing on Lake Pend Oreille on June 13 when he landed a 49.75-inch Northern pike. The Post Falls angler's pike beat out the previous catch-and-release record caught by Scott Blahnik in 2020.
Fish Lake Pend Oreille and earn cash through the Angler Incentive Program
For most anglers and spearfishers, getting paid to fish sounds too good to be true. On Lake Pend Oreille, it can be a reality through the Angler Incentive Program.
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