Outdoors
What's there to do in the great outdoors? Here we've got a bevy of local outdoor activities and destinations to explore.
US Fish and Wildlife staff down more than a third nationwide, 35% in Idaho since Trump 2.0
Good Neighbor agreement
Idaho Fish and Game, Forest Service team up under the EXPLORE Act
Four moose relocated from University of Idaho arboretum
A cow moose, bull and two calves were successfully relocated from the University of Idaho arboretum last week, Idaho Fish and Game shared in a December 19 pres…
Killarney Lake temporarily closed due to storm-related damage
The Bureau of Land Management has temporarily closed Killarney Lake recreation site due to downed trees, flooding, boat dock and ramp damage, a press release s…
Glacier National Park hits brakes on vehicle reservation system
For the first time in years, summer visitors in 2026 will be able to drive personal vehicles into the Glacier National Park at any time of day without a reserv…
Though diminished, glaciers may persist through end of century
Northwest Montana’s glaciers are still melting, albeit slower than scientists previously predicted.
Help Fish and Game study burbot in the Kootenai River — and earn rewards
Ever wondered where that burbot you caught came from, or how old it might be? By joining the Angler Science Program, you’ll get answers while helping Fish and …
Watch for wildlife on highways and avoid costly collisions
People may also recover and keep some game animals killed by accidental auto collisions. You have 24 hours to notify Fish and Game if you salvage an animal, an…
Study underway on largemouth bass in Coeur d’Alene’s Chain Lakes
The study involves capturing largemouth bass, recording their length and weight, surgically implanting tracking transmitters, releasing the fish in the lake wh…
'One dollar, one tree'
Effective immediately, the BLM will reduce fees for personal-use holiday tree and firewood permits; and increase household limits to up to 10 cords of firewood and up to three trees, with flexibility to adjust limi…
Fish and Wildlife Commission votes to reduce nonresident deer licenses
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission on Thursday adopted a handful of new deer hunting regulations aimed at reducing hunting pressure on public land and br…
Audobon invites public to watch eagles
Coeur d’Alene Audubon also will host Hayden Canyon Elementary third-graders for an eagle-watching field trip later this month. The program introduces students …
Press wants eagle photos for contest
A few rules: The photo must be taken in December this year and at Lake Coeur d'Alene. A photographer is limited to one prize. Deadline for submissions is Jan. 5, 2026.
Farragut Shooting Range Center announces dates, hours of operation
The range will be closed Dec. 8, 2025, through Jan. 9, 2026, for a scheduled holiday break. The facility will reopen Jan. 10 under its regular winter schedule.
Idaho Fish and Game seeking comments on its Draft Strategic Plan
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 Dec. 19.
Bighorn sheep shot and left to waste near Riggins
The Idaho Wild Sheep Foundation pledged to enhance the Citizens Against Poaching reward by $2,000 for information leading to the arrest of those responsible.