Outdoors
What's there to do in the great outdoors? Here we've got a bevy of local outdoor activities and destinations to explore.
Shooting protected wildlife is poaching, not recreational shooting, and people are watching
While most target practice is done by responsible gun owners, a concerning minority illegally kill protected wildl…
Statewide trout stocking highlights for June 2023
Approximately 265,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout will be stocked throughout the state this June.
Memorial Day Weekend: Reminder to recreate responsibly
Keeping Idaho’s outdoors pristine and being a good neighbor when you’re out enjoying it is something we can all take pride in.
Canada Mining threatens ecological efforts in Kootenai Basin
The Kootenai Tribe of Idaho has joined a group of First Nations and Tribes in calling on Canadian officials to address the impact of industrial mining on water…
Deadline for moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat controlled hunts closing April 30
Moose, sheep and goat drawing results will be online in early June
Recreation season set to start
Albeni Falls Dam will kick off the 2023 recreation season on April 1 with the opening of Trestle Creek Recreation Area, U.S. Army Corps officials said Tuesday.
Volunteers needed for trail projects in North Idaho
Idaho Trails Association is looking for volunteers to help maintain trails in North Idaho. The organization just released their 2023 volunteer project schedule…
Stephenson claims third in Idaho Sled Dog Challenge
A Sandpoint sled dog racer finished third in the recent 300-mile Idaho Sled Dog Challenge, held in early February in McCall. Jed Stephenson finished with a …
Little: State to sue on grizzly delisting
Over 10 months ago, Idaho petitioned for delisting the “lower-48” grizzly bear because it does not qualify as a “species” under the Endangered Species Act
Free personal use firewood permits available
The Forest Service will once again issue free, personal use firewood permits for up to 12 cords of firewood per permit holder during the 2023 calendar year.
Fairchild Airmen rescue injured snowmobiler
Earlier this month, Fairchild Air Force Base crews successfully completed the 36th Rescue Squadron's 708th save near Schweitzer Mountain. The team is credit…
IDFG: Familiarity likely behind coyotes' behavior
Unusual coyote behavior in the greater Sandpoint area is likely tied to the animals becoming too comfortable around people, Idaho Fish & Game officials said. …
Competitive shooting seasons are underway
The Kootenai Valley Rifle and Pistol Club and Junior Rifle Club’s indoor competitive shooting seasons are underway. The clubs compete in area matches and wi…
Keep growing, breaking through homesteading blues
The trend of returning to the homestead and a simpler time is now romanticized, but what steps need to be taken to live this natural lifestyle? Local homestead…
IDFG has a plan for big game emergencies
People aren’t the only ones who can find it a bit of a struggle when a heavy winter storm rolls through Idaho. Our state’s wildlife, specifically deer, elk and…
Don't wait to buy your 2023 hunting/fishing licenses
A lot of hunters and anglers see the cold, bitter months of January and February as the so-called “off-season.” It’s easy to see why — you step foot outside an…