Hook & Bulletin

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. This week, we’re talking about a bighorn sheep pneumonia outbreak in Southwest Idaho, the proper way to feed birds in your backyard, how to be a 'Good Neighbor,' and what the heck do white-tailed deer, beavers, and loggers all have in common? Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:00) How white-tailed deer, beavers and loggers share a fascinating chapter in Idaho's natural history Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/how-white-tailed-deer-beavers-and-loggers-share-fascinating-chapter-idahos-natural-history WATCH: The History of White-Tailed Deer (YouTube) (00:03:24) The Birds and The Seeds: Let’s talk about winter bird feeding Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/press/birds-and-seeds-lets-talk-about-winter-bird-feeding-0  (00:08:25) Good Neighbors in the Clearwater Region Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/video-podcast-good-neighbors-clearwater-region PODCAST: Shootin' the Bull Ep. 13 – "Good Neighbors and Elk Landscaping" (00:10:00) Pneumonia outbreak detected in Reynolds Creek bighorn sheep in Southwest Idaho Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/pneumonia-outbreak-detected-reynolds-creek-bighorn-sheep-southwest-idaho  (00:11:22) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/four-moose-relocated-university-idaho-arboretum  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fish-and-game-completes-fish-survey-snake-river-below-american-falls-dam-southeast-idaho  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/wolf-trapper-certification-courses-slated-throughout-state-2026   ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/idaho-fish-and-game-provide-trapper-wolf-trapper-and-hunter-education-classes-glenns-ferry    📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. This week, we’re talking about two Washingtonians getting charged for poaching a bull moose, keeping a close eye on the highways this time of year, fish-carrying llamas, and giving the gift of the outdoors. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:18) Give your friends or family the gift of the outdoors this holiday season Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/give-your-friends-or-family-gift-outdoors-holiday-season  (00:05:12) Two Washington residents charged with alleged unlawful take and waste of a bull moose in North Idaho Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/two-washington-residents-charged-alleged-unlawful-take-and-waste-bull-moose-north-idaho  (00:07:16) It’s a bike! It’s a plane! It’s a… llama?...... carrying fish? Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/its-bike-its-plane-its-llama-carrying-fish  (00:11:10) Watch for wildlife on highways and avoid costly collisions Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/watch-wildlife-highways-and-avoid-costly-collisions  (00:12:58) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/help-fish-and-game-study-burbot-kootenai-river-and-earn-rewards-process  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/bridge-replacement-temporarily-close-boardwalk-and-kayak-launch-billingsley-creek-south  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/idaho-fish-and-games-frank-c-jones-king-hill-access-site-magic-valley-region-reopen-dec-13    📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. This week, we’re talking about largemouth bass in Coeur d’Alene’s Chain Lakes, why we stock sterile fish, some upcoming flight surveys in various parts of the state, and three small game species that’ll help fill the gaps in your freezer. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:11) Fill every crevice of your freezer by hunting these small game species this winter Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fill-every-crevice-your-freezer-hunting-these-small-game-species-winter-1 (00:07:09) New Fish and Game study underway on largemouth bass in Coeur d’Alene’s Chain Lakes Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/new-fish-and-game-study-underway-largemouth-bass-coeur-dalenes-chain-lakes  (00:09:16) Why stock sterile fish? Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/why-stock-sterile-fish  (00:15:52) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/deer-population-surveys-near-salmon-and-challis-begin-soon  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/big-game-surveys-and-capture-operations-occur-december-and-early-january-throughout-magic  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/statewide-trout-stocking-highlights-december-2025    📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. This week, we’re talking about a bighorn sheep shot and left to waste near Riggins, some interesting findings from a North Idaho check station, an opportunity to comment on Idaho Fish and Game’s new Draft Strategic Plan, and Teton Canyon elk and deer herds. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:12) Seasonal motorized closures and habitat work aim to secure the future of the Teton Canyon elk and deer herds Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/seasonal-motorized-closures-and-habitat-work-aim-secure-future-teton-canyon-elk-and-deer  (00:05:03) Idaho Fish and Game seeking comments on its Draft Strategic Plan Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/idaho-fish-and-game-seeking-comments-its-draft-strategic-plan  (00:06:46) Bighorn sheep shot and left to waste near Riggins Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/bighorn-sheep-shot-and-left-waste-near-riggins  (00:08:28) Recent Fish and Game check station on Interstate 90 shows need for improved CWD transport compliance Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/recent-fish-and-game-check-station-interstate-90-shows-need-improved-cwd-transport  (00:10:44) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/mk-nature-centers-bird-seed-sale-fundraiser-runs-dec-5-6  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/deer-population-surveys-near-salmon-and-challis-begin-soon  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/turn-lake-pend-oreille-fishing-logbooks-dec-12-chance-win-prizes-and-swag  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/farragut-shooting-range-center-announces-updated-days-and-hours-operation    📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. This week, we’re talking about kokanee fingerlings, changes to muzzleloader elk seasons in the Palouse and Dworshak zones, a cool collaborative juniper removal project in the Magic Valley Region, and waterfowl hunting on a budget. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:24) Don't let a lack of gear stop you from waterfowl hunting Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/press/dont-let-lack-gear-stop-you-waterfowl-hunting-0  (00:08:12) Collaborative juniper removal efforts in the Magic Valley Region improve wildlife habitat in southern Idaho Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/collaborative-juniper-removal-efforts-magic-valley-region-improve-wildlife-habitat-southern  (00:10:49) Changes to muzzleloader elk seasons in Palouse and Dworshak zones Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/changes-muzzle-loader-elk-seasons-palouse-and-dworshak-zones  (00:12:11) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/everything-nonresident-hunter-needs-know-about-2026-tag-drawing  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/about-1-million-fingerling-kokanee-will-be-ready-spring-stocking-thanks-captive-broodstock  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/icymi-idaho-fish-and-game-commission-meeting-nov-20  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-seeking-public-input-idaho-upland-game-turkey-and-furbearer-season-setting-2026-2027  ADDITIONAL LINKS SHOOTIN' THE BULL: Idaho's First Nonresident Tag Drawing (Listen Here) ICYMI: Listen to the November 2025 Commission Meeting RECAP: Full November 2025 Commission Meeting (Watch Here) PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: 2026-2027 Upland Game, Turkey, and Furbearer Season Setting Proposals 📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. Listen to the full recap of the November 20, 2025 Idaho Fish and Game Commission Meeting in Lewiston. You can also rewatch the November 2025 commission meeting on our YouTube channel. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:00) - Opening Comments (00:00:55) - Review of Public Comment (00:05:35) - Summary of Western States Hunting Technology Regulations and Action Items for Commission Approval (Action Requested by Department) (00:28:24) - Administrative Rules – Adoption of Pending Rules (Action) (01:28:06) - Refund / Raincheck Report (Action) (01:40:52) - Fishing Licenses for Foster Families and Foster Parents Discount Order (Action) (01:44:19) - Harris Trust Land Acquisition (Action) (01:53:27) - IDFG Strategic Plan Update – Draft Review and Public Outreach Preview (02:14:51) - Nonresident Tag Draw Update (02:22:35) - General IFWF Update and Selection of IFWF Commission Liaison (Action) (02:26:13) - Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Update (02:38:30) - Hemorrhagic Disease in North Idaho White-tailed Deer (02:58:30) - Wildlife Diversity Program and Funding Overview (03:19:15) - Avian Predation Management Plan (Piscivorous Birds) (03:45:06) - History of White-tailed Deer in Idaho (04:20:41) - Jacks Creek (Owyhee) Bighorn Sheep Augmentation (04:58:49) - Upland Game and Furbearer Season Setting Preview (05:36:10) - Dworshak Reservoir – Research and Management (05:51:42) - Appoint Commissioner Representative to WAFWA (Action) (05:53:10) - Setting the 2026 Commission Calendar (06:00:39) - Director’s Report  

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. This week, we’re talking about food-conditioned bears, three separate wildlife crimes in Unit 33, next week’s Commission meeting, and an update on a wildlife crime incident back in early October. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:40) F&G thanks the public for their help on recent case in the Panhandle Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fish-and-game-thanks-public-their-help-recent-case-panhandle  (00:03:43) Anglers: Expect changes at American Falls Reservoir, the Snake River below, and Walcott Reservoir Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/anglers-expect-changes-american-falls-reservoir-snake-river-below-and-walcott-reservoir  (00:07:36) Two-year investigation leads to multiple convictions for wildlife violations in Twin Falls County Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/two-year-investigation-leads-multiple-convictions-wildlife-violations-twin-falls-county  (00:09:37) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-commission-meeting-nov-19-20-lewiston  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-officers-seek-information-multiple-wildlife-waste-incidents-unit-33  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-removes-food-conditioned-black-bears-teton-county  📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. This week, we’re talking about five tips and styles for processing your deer and elk meat in a new way, pheasant stocking at WMAs, a viral video of a mountain lion creeping up on a Fish and Game wildlife technician, and diving in to the December Nonresident Tag Drawing. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:02) See what's available in the Nonresident Tag Drawing for general season deer/elk tags in 2026 and how to apply Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/see-whats-available-nonresident-tag-drawing-general-season-deerelk-tags-2026-and-how-apply 🎙️ Shootin' the Bull, Ep. 9: Idaho's First Nonresident Tag Drawing (00:04:20) Raise the Steaks: 5 tips and styles for processing your deer and elk meat a new way Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/raise-steaks-5-tips-and-styles-processing-your-deer-and-elk-meat-new-way  (00:11:37) F&G wildlife technician films mountain lion encounter in Owyhees Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-wildlife-technician-films-mountain-lion-encounter-owyhees 🎥 WATCH the full video here. (00:14:40) Pheasant stocking on WMAs has started and continues into December Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/pheasant-stocking-wmas-has-started-and-continues-december-0 🌾 Pheasant Stocking Webpage (00:17:56) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/nonresident-junior-mentored-license-holders-only-need-apply-capped-elk-zones-heres-how-0  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fish-and-game-seeks-publics-help-two-wildlife-crimes-osburn  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/deadline-apply-citizens-shooting-range-advisory-committee-nov-10  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/2025-north-idaho-bear-fair-draws-hundreds-residents-eager-learn-about-living-safely-bear  📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. This week, we’re talking about the MK Nature Center’s annual bird seed sale, what's new for the 2025-2026 waterfowl season in the Magic Valley Region, a moose down in Chubbuck, and why now is a great time to do a little fall fishing. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:00) Intro (00:02:27) Late fall and winter can be productive for stream fishing Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/late-fall-and-winter-can-be-productive-stream-fishing  (00:07:31) Fish and Game invites anglers to help study trophy rainbow trout in Lake Pend Oreille — and win prizes doing it Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fish-and-game-invites-anglers-help-study-trophy-rainbow-trout-lake-pend-oreille-and-win  (00:10:01) What's new for the 2025-2026 waterfowl season in the Magic Valley Region Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/whats-new-2025-2026-waterfowl-season-magic-valley-region  (00:11:44) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/moose-relocated-chubbuck-neighborhood  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/mk-nature-centers-bird-seed-sale-runs-dec-5-6 ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/upcoming-trapper-education-course-offered-jerome-november-15  📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. This week, we’re talking about getting charged by a grizzly, what to do if a bat crashes your Halloween house party, our Maiden Hunt video series, and if you’re getting your dates and regs from AI or search engines, it could cost you. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:01:06) Don't trust AI for hunting and fishing regulations; go to the source Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/dont-trust-ai-hunting-and-fishing-regulations-go-source  (00:01:58) New to hunting? F&G’s Maiden Hunt video series is the perfect porthole for those wanting a behind-the-scenes look Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/new-hunting-fgs-maiden-hunt-video-series-perfect-porthole-those-wanting-behind-scenes-look WATCH: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLt-O2UCcvHHGEO5ex4tmfJui5Y4vIdNwH&si=Zy60fH2OAMoN4OWK   (00:03:35) See a bat in or around your home? Don’t panic, here’s what you need to know Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/see-bat-or-around-your-home-dont-panic-heres-what-you-need-know VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGzl6ukkrZc  (00:06:58) Hunter shoots grizzly bear in self-defense on the Caribou-Targhee National Forest Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/hunter-shoots-grizzly-bear-self-defense-caribou-targhee-national-forest-0 (00:08:08) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-fish-hatchery-truck-involved-rollover-accident-near-bovill  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/bull-shot-and-left-waste-near-lenville-road-outside-moscow  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/two-elk-shot-and-not-fully-salvaged-near-bovill  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-officers-seek-information-about-cow-moose-shot-illegally-adams-county  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/trout-pond-rapid-river-hatchery-near-riggins-will-close-fishing-and-public-access-oct-24  📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. This week, we’re talking about white-tailed deer teeth, four dead moose near Clarkia, a pair of hunter ed instructors who’ve been teaching the next generation of hunters for 45 years, and taking a look at Fish and Game’s most misunderstood hunts: depredation hunts. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:57) Part 3: Depredation hunts: Idaho Fish and Game's most misunderstood hunts Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/part-3-depredation-hunts-idaho-fish-and-games-most-misunderstood-hunts (00:08:10) Idaho Fish and Game recognize 2 hunter education instructors on 45 years of service Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/idaho-fish-and-game-recognize-2-hunter-education-instructors-45-years-service (00:10:36) White-tailed deer tooth collections and antler measurements to begin for units 2, 10A and select controlled hunts Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/white-tailed-deer-tooth-collections-and-antler-measurements-begin-units-2-10a-and-select  (00:12:14) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/officers-investigating-illegal-killing-4-moose-elk-river-and-clarkia-areas  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/white-tailed-deer-illegally-shot-and-left-waste-southeast-idaho  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/hunters-remember-allow-least-10-business-days-delivery-time-when-ordering-tags-online-or  📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. This week on the Hook and Bulletin, we’re talking about a bear attack in Fremont County, how to handle firearms safely, why you still need to stop at check stations, and a deep dive into the Clearwater Region's EHD outbreak and how it may or may not affect your fall. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:01:06) What EHD means to Clearwater Region white-tailed deer hunters Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/what-ehd-means-clearwater-region-white-tailed-deer-hunters  (00:05:08) 10 tips for firearm handling safety while out hunting this fall Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/press/10-tips-firearm-handling-safety-while-out-hunting-fall  (00:10:14) Bear injures hiker in Fremont County Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/bear-injures-hiker-fremont-county  (00:11:00) Successful or not, hunters and anglers must stop at check stations Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/successful-or-not-hunters-and-anglers-must-stop-check-stations (00:14:29) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/pheasant-season-opens-oct-11-or-oct-18-depending-area  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/salmon-region-irrigators-asked-contact-fish-and-game-turning-water-fall-0  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/temporary-public-access-closure-edson-fichter-nature-area-pocatello  📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. This week on the Hook and Bulletin, we’re talking about a brand new wildlife overpass recently completed in North Idaho, 31 wasted kokanee dumped illegally in Hayden Lake, a new Access Yes! property coming to Unit 69, and interesting facts about Idaho's deer and elk. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:01:05) Interesting facts you may not know about Idaho's deer and elk Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/interesting-facts-you-may-not-know-about-idahos-deer-and-elk  (00:06:59) Nearly 30,000 acres removed from Large Tracts Program after sale between Stimson Lumber and the Coeur d’Alene Tribe Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/panhandle-hunters-nearly-30000-acres-removed-large-tracts-program-after-sale-between  (00:08:57) Osburn wildlife overpass—safe passage for wildlife and drivers Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/osburn-wildlife-overpass-safe-passage-wildlife-and-drivers  (00:13:07) CWD management in Idaho: Here's what we're working toward Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/cwd-management-idaho-heres-what-were-working-toward  (00:24:09) New Access Yes! property enrolled in Unit 69 in southeast Idaho Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/new-access-yes-property-enrolled-unit-69-southeast-idaho  (00:26:19) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/harvest-closure-unclipped-adult-fall-chinook-salmon-harvest-extended-until-oct-3   ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/kokanee-illegally-dumped-hayden-fish-and-game-seeks-publics-help  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-seeks-local-volunteer-serve-citizens-shooting-range-advisory-committee 📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State.  This week on the Hook and Bulletin, we’re talking about an EHD detection in the Idaho panhandle, youth/veteran/active military personnel waterfowl season kicking off this weekend, how Idaho’s spearfishing season came to be, and Deadwood Reservoir's kokanee. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:01:06) Biologists working to understand what is driving a slow kokanee recovery at Deadwood Reservoir Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/biologists-working-understand-what-driving-slow-kokanee-recovery-deadwood-reservoir  (00:08:42) Epizootic hemorrhagic disease and bluetongue virus detected in white-tailed deer in North Idaho Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/epizootic-hemorrhagic-disease-and-bluetongue-virus-detected-white-tailed-deer-north-idaho  (00:11:15) “Getting to yes” on spearfishing in Idaho Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/getting-yes-spearfishing-idaho (00:14:43) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/waterfowl-season-youth-and-veteransactive-military-personnel-runs-weekend-sept-27-28  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/video-how-preserve-evidence-sex-and-species-big-game-animal  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-seeks-information-about-mule-deer-buck-illegally-shot-unit-31  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/major-road-repairs-lucky-peak-trail-boise-river-wma-start-sept-21  📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State.  This week on the Hook and Bulletin, we’re talking about being a good witness for wildlife, how this December’s nonresident tag sale framework is going to work, an important conservation project taking place on the Teton River, and getting outfished by your spouse. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:58) Former catch-and-release state record holder gets dethroned…by his wife Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/former-catch-and-release-state-record-holder-gets-dethronedby-his-wife  (00:03:34) Everything a nonresident hunter needs to know about the 2026 tag drawing Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/everything-nonresident-hunter-needs-know-about-2026-tag-drawing  (00:07:12) Lower Granite Dam counts say one thing, but catching says another: Fall Chinook report Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/lower-granite-dam-counts-say-one-thing-catching-says-another-fall-chinook-report  (00:11:01) Being a good witness means being prepared if you spot a hunting violation, here's how Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/being-good-witness-means-being-prepared-if-you-spot-hunting-violation-heres-how   (00:12:38) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/wasted-white-tailed-buck-near-winchester  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/waterfowl-hunters-should-be-aware-access-changes-fort-boise-wma-and-roswell-marsh-wha  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/conservation-project-planned-protect-yellowstone-cutthroat-trout-teton-canyon  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fish-salvage-order-issued-jensen-grove-pond-blackfoot-0  📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State.  This week on the Hook and Bulletin, we’re talking about why y’all should know CAP, a chance to serve on the Citizen Shooting Range Advisory Committee, a prehistoric dinosaur fish native to Idaho, and the 2025 upland game bird outlook. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess.  IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:56) 2025 Upland Game Bird Forecast Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/2025-upland-game-bird-forecast  (00:03:34) Meet Idaho's Pacific Lamprey Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/meet-idahos-pacific-lamprey  (00:09:12) Witness a hunting/fishing violation? Call CAP and report it, or go online, and you're eligible for a reward Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/witness-huntingfishing-violation-call-cap-and-report-it-or-go-online-and-youre-eligible  (00:11:40) Large Tracts Program: Know before you go Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/large-tracts-program-know-you-go  (00:13:34) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/idaho-power-closing-cottonwood-campground-cj-strike-starting-next-week-dock-upgrades  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-seeking-volunteers-serve-citizens-shooting-range-advisory-committee  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/youth-pheasant-hunt-scheduled-oct-4-salmon  📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. Here is everything deer and elk hunters want to and should know heading into fall. Read the full 2025 Deer and Elk Hunting Outlook on our website: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/2025-deerelk-hunting-outlook IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:53) Overview of 2025 Hunting Season (00:03:18) Last Season's Harvest (00:06:19) Elk Hunting (00:11:02) Mule Deer Hunting (00:15:27) White-tailed Deer Hunting (00:20:05) Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD): Important Information (00:22:05) Mandatory CWD Testing in Units 23, 24, 32A, and 63A (00:22:59) Mandatory Hunter Reports   📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State.  This week on the Hook and Bulletin, we’re discussing why and when our fisheries managers choose to initiate a fishing salvage, boundary changes for Canada goose hunting in Southeast Idaho, this month’s fish stocking report, and how to prevent your game meat from going bad. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess.  IN THIS EPISODE (00:01:58) Hunting in warm weather requires extra care to prevent meat from spoiling Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/hunting-warm-weather-requires-extra-care-prevent-meat-spoiling  (00:06:57) Salvage fishing is not an easy decision, but it's usually the right one Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/salvage-fishing-not-easy-decision-its-usually-right-one Recent Fish Salvage Orders: 🐟 Foster, Glendale, Johnson, and Lamont Reservoirs: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fish-salvage-order-issued-foster-glendale-johnson-and-lamont-reservoirs-franklin-county  🐟 Big Wood River: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fish-salvage-order-issued-big-wood-river-below-magic-dam-and-richfield-canal-diversion  🐟 Mackay Reservoir: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/salvage-order-issued-mackay-reservoir  (00:11:11) Hunters reminded of hunt boundary change for Canada goose in southeast Idaho Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/hunters-reminded-hunt-boundary-change-canada-goose-southeast-idaho  (00:13:51) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/statewide-trout-stocking-highlights-september-2025  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/range-grant-application-period-open-deadline-nov-3  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/trapper-and-wolf-trapper-education-classes-scheduled-clearwater-region  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fish-and-game-offers-instructor-led-hunter-education-class-jerome-0    📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State.  This week on the Hook and Bulletin, we’ll be counting black bears with trail cameras, flying helicopters over Southern Idaho mountains, celebrating 100 years at Mackay Fish Hatchery, what you need to know about CWD as we head into deer and elk season. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess.  IN THIS EPISODE (00:01:14) What hunters need to know about CWD requirements for 2025 Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/what-hunters-need-know-about-cwd-requirements-2025 🦠 IDFG CWD Webpage: https://idfg.idaho.gov/cwd  (00:05:30) Trail cameras could be the newest tool for estimating Idaho's black bear populations Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/trail-cameras-could-be-newest-tool-estimating-idahos-black-bear-populations  (00:08:46) Mackay State Fish Hatchery celebrates 100 years of stocking Idaho waters Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/mackay-state-fish-hatchery-celebrates-100-years-stocking-idaho-waters  (00:12:46) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/confirmed-ehd-case-white-tailed-deer-southeast-lewiston  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fish-game-commission-implements-mandatory-cwd-sampling-deer-harvested-63a  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/low-level-helicopter-flights-occur-magic-valley-region-september  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/edson-fichter-nature-talks-returning-pocatello-september-0    📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.

Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State.  This week on the Hook and Bulletin, we’ll be talking about a surprising pre-season forecast if you’re a steelhead fan, a sad story about a moose down in Twin Falls, a brand new archery range popping up in Idaho, and wildfire news. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess.  IN THIS EPISODE (00:02:09) Hunters, anglers, campers and other recreationists must know current fire restrictions Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/hunters-anglers-campers-and-other-recreationists-must-know-current-fire-restrictions  🔥 https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/   (00:05:27) Summer steelhead returns way above average, surprising both anglers and biologists Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/summer-steelhead-returns-way-above-average-surprising-both-anglers-and-biologists  (00:07:29) Cow moose euthanized south of Twin Falls after vehicle collision Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/cow-moose-euthanized-south-twin-falls-after-vehicle-collision  Roadkill/Wildlife Salvage Report webpage: https://idfg.idaho.gov/species/roadkill  (00:09:42) Fish & Game and local groups hit the bullseye with new archery range in Salmon Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fish-game-and-local-groups-hit-bullseye-new-archery-range-salmon  (00:11:25) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/emergency-fire-restrictions-effect-all-fish-and-game-managed-lands-and-access-sites-eastern    📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov. 🔗 For more information, go to https://idfg.idaho.gov.