Experience the Scotchmans’ winter wonders
To make sure everyone gets out and enjoys the outdoors, the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness offers plenty of free guided hikes this winter, so bust out those snowshoes and trekking poles and fill your thermos with hot cocoa. Whether you’re new to snow hiking or a seasoned alpinist, the Friends have an adventure for you.
Reminder for waterfowl hunters in the Panhandle: Season end dates differ from last year
2023-24 waterfowl seasons in the Panhandle differ from those in previous years
Forest Service seeks feedback on fuels reduction proposal near Bonners Ferry
The USDA Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management are seeking feedback on a proposal to treat more than 11,000 acres of forested public lands near Bonners Ferry, Idaho to reduce the wildfire danger to communities and improve overall forest health into the future.
Idaho pushes for grizzly delisting
Fish and Wildlife Service considering options for restoring protected bears to the Bitterroot ecosystem
The settlement stems from litigation over Idaho’s petition for grizzly bear delisting that was submitted in March 2022 and denied by the Fish and Wildlife Service in February 2023.
BFGC concludes winter league action
After an 11-week span that began during the frigid first weeks of January, the Bonners Ferry Gun Club recently concluded its winter leagues.
Trail group offering tips for backpacking beginners
The Idaho Panhandle is full of gorgeous mountains, but many scenic locations are inaccessible by cars and only backcountry camping is allowed in these wilderness areas.
'Ten Acres and a Dream' workshop offered in Post Falls
University of Idaho Extension is offering a 1-day program designed to help owners of small rural acreages manage their land and meet their goals.
Shooting protected wildlife is poaching, not recreational shooting, and people are watching
Raptors and other protected wildlife are found shot during spring in southern Idaho
While most target practice is done by responsible gun owners, a concerning minority illegally kill protected wildlife.
Spring is here and so is a lot of fishing opportunity
If you're looking for a good way to kick off spring, look no further. Over 33,000 catchable-size (10 to 12 inch) rainbow trout will be stocked in the Panhandle Region in May.
Nichole Doane promotes documentary to support search and rescue
Nichole Doane was rappelling down a canyon wall in the Pacific Northwest when she made a critical mistake and found herself suspended 100 feet above the ground.
