Fishing Report: November 2020

Fall in Idaho is a great season for multispecies action. Rivers are typically running low, which means fish will congregate in the most favorable remaining habitat. Reservoirs also have hot spots, usually related to underwater structure like a rockpile, ledge or drop-off that attracts both panfish and their predators—especially bass, which move into deeper water…

Local Agency Holds ‘Hooked on Mental Health’ Event

Local mental health agency A Body & Mind Health Services will host its second annual ‘Hooked on Mental Health’ event Saturday, October 10 at the Caldwell Rotary Pond. Anglers of all ages are invited to participate beginning at 8 a.m. Fishing permits for the event are being provided by Idaho Fish & Game at no…

Fishing Report: September/October 2020

Early fall provides some of the best, most diverse fishing of the year in Idaho. Whether you like to chase bass and trout, rustle up some crappie for the frying pan or wrestle a giant sturgeon, the Gem State has you covered. Here are some ideas for your next fishing trip: STURGEON There’s no bigger…

A How-To Guide on ‘Social Fishtancing’

How’s everyone holding up out there? I hope you’re settling into a groove working from home and finding creative ways to stay in touch with family and friends. These are strange times, but they won’t last forever! They key is to stay safe—and sane—until the pandemic passes. I’ve gotten tons of questions about fishing during…

Fishing Report: July/August 2020

Summer fishing is in full swing across Idaho. Opportunities abound for species like bass, bluegill and catfish, while conditions are improving for chasing trout in rivers, streams and high mountain lakes. Here are some updates from around the state, including some exciting stocking reports from the McCall area: PAYETTE/ LITTLE PAYETTE LAKES For the first…

Fishing Report: May/June 2020

Late spring is a great time to be an angler in Idaho. No matter what species you like to catch, options are plentiful for chasing trophy trout, post-spawn bass, hungry panfish and more—and you can’t beat the weather! Here are a few ideas to get you started: TROUT Whether you prefer fly-fishing in rivers or…