Important dates to help plan your February

From controlled hunt application periods to season closures, there’s a lot happening in Idaho during February that you should be aware of. Staying in the loop can be the difference between applying for that coveted controlled hunt tag and watching from the sidelines.

Here are some important dates you should know to help you plan.

FEBRUARY 

2/1 – OPEN: Spring turkey controlled hunt application period

2/1 – OPEN: Idaho Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant application period

2/6 – Citizens Shooting Range Advisory Committee Meeting at 6 p.m. MST in Boise and streamed virtually

2/13 – 2/23: Open houses for spring/summer Chinook, 2025-27 statewide fishing seasons and rules, and state fish management plan. Feb. 21: Coeur d’Alene, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., IDFG Panhandle Regional Office, 2885 W. Kathleen Ave.

2/15 – CLOSED: Spring black bear controlled hunt application period

2/21 – Citizens Shooting Range Advisory Committee Meeting at 6 p.m. MST in Boise and streamed virtually