Outdoors
What's there to do in the great outdoors? Here we've got a bevy of local outdoor activities and destinations to explore.
Twin Lakes access to reopen this month
The Idaho Fish and Game Twin Lakes boating access site closed for construction on Oct. 1, 2022. The site is located in the channel between Upper and Lower Twin…
Hunt applications open for controlled units
The application period for fall 2023 deer, elk, pronghorn, swan, fall black bear and fall turkey controlled hunts begins May 1 and runs through June 5. Success…
Apply for moose, sheep, goat tags by Sunday
A reminder to big game hunters that Sunday, April 30, is the deadline to apply for any moose, bighorn sheep and mountaingoat-controlledd hunts. Folks can apply for one of these three species in a year, and those wh…
Fish and Game adds 50 swan tags
Application period is May 1 through June 5 for fall 2023 swan controlled hunt in the Panhandle Region. Successful controlled hunt applicants will be notified b…
Mushroom hunting on Panhandle National Forests
The Idaho Panhandle National Forests wants everyone to have fun collecting mushrooms this spring, but wish to provide a few safety reminders, rules, and best p…
Long winters cause high stress in big game
When lingering winter weather extends into spring and an abundance of snow is yet to melt, Idaho Fish and Game is reminding recreational users that late winter…
Fur auction to end Monday
Idaho Fish and Game's annual online fur auction is now live, but not for long.
Fish and Game makes 'State of the Lake' available online
Those unable to attend the 2023 Lake Pend Oreille "State of the Lake" meeting April 13 can watch the presentations and videos of the meeting. Visit Lake Pend O…
Fish and Game hosts public comment
Idaho Department of Fish and Game will host a series of public meetings in April about administrative rule changes.
Ditch the ice hole for warmwater fishing
Spring fishing is an exceptional opportunity for new or seasoned anglers wanting to get back on the water with their friends or families.
Prepare and be bear aware
North Idaho is home to both grizzly and black bears, and each spring they emerge from hibernation ready to feast and pack on fat for next winter. Unfortunately…
Pronghorn plan still open for feedback
Idaho Fish and Game is seeking comments on its Draft Pronghorn Management Plan 2023-2028. Due to a minor website issue, the deadline has been extended to April…
Win prizes for creel packets
Fish and Game is reminding burbot anglers on the Kootenai River to turn in their creel packets by May 1 to be entered into a free raffle for some great prizes.
Moose tag applications open
The application period for moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat controlled hunts is now open and runs through April 30. Hunters can apply online or at any Fi…
By the numbers: Elk up, deer down
For the ninth consecutive year, Idaho elk harvests came in at over 20,000. While it was another good year for elk hunter harvest, both mule deer and white-tai…