Hook & Bulletin

Ep. 85 - Nonresident Deer and Elk Tags, Being a Good Witness, and Getting Outfished By Your Wife

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 wifeFull 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 drawingFull 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 reportFull 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 howFull 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.
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Ep. 84 - Upland Game Bird Outlook, Know CAP, and Pacific Lampreys

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 ForecastFull story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/2025-upland-game-bird-forecast 
(00:03:34) Meet Idaho's Pacific LampreyFull 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 rewardFull 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 goFull 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.
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Ep. 83 - 2025 Deer & Elk Hunting Outlook (Bonus Episode)

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.

Ep. 82 - Staying Cool On a Warm Hunt, What Is a Fish Salvage, and Goose Boundary Changes

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 spoilingFull 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 oneFull 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 IdahoFull 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 
 
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Ep. 81 - Mackay's 100th Birthday, Counting Bears, and EHD Detected in Unit 11

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 2025Full 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 populationsFull 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 watersFull 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 
 
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Ep. 80 - Wildfire Restrictions, Moose Collision, and Steelhead Fans Rejoice

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 restrictionsFull 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 biologistsFull 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 collisionFull 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 SalmonFull 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 
 
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Ep. 79 - Recreating on F&G Properties, Dialing In Your Firearm, and Sawtooth Sockeye

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 ton of hunter and trapper ed classes coming up, a reminder if you're recreating on Fish and Game properties, the first sockeye salmon back to the Sawtooths, and why now is the perfect time to dust off that firearm or bow in preparation for the 2025 season. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. 
IN THIS EPISODE
(00:01:44) Hunters: As hunting season draws near, now is the perfect time to dial in your bow or firearmFull story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/hunters-hunting-season-draws-near-now-perfect-time-dial-your-bow-or-firearm-0Where to Shoot: https://www.wheretoshoot.org/
(00:08:44) Idaho's first sockeye of the year arrived in late July, and what was once doubtful is now traditionFull story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/idahos-first-sockeye-year-arrived-late-july-and-what-was-once-doubtful-now-tradition 
(00:12:42) Recreationists can help reduce conflicts on Idaho Fish and Game propertiesFull story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/press/recreationists-can-help-reduce-conflicts-idaho-fish-and-game-properties
(00:16:03) Information sought about illegal cow/calf moose killing near KamiahFull story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/information-sought-about-illegal-cowcalf-moose-killing-near-kamiah 
(00:17:45) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN
▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/deadline-alert-aug-10-last-chance-enter-second-super-hunt-drawing ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fish-and-game-offering-instructor-led-hunter-education-course-rupert ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/hunter-bowhunter-education-combination-course-offered-challis ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/shotgun-skills-clinic-planned-salmon-aug-24 
(00:19:43) QUESTION OF THE WEEK: "How old does my kid have to be before they need a resident fishing license?"
📬 Submit a question for the Hook and Bulletin at podcast@idfg.idaho.gov.
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Ep. 78 - Chinook Stocked in McCall, Tag Sales, and Rattlesnake Rules

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 conservation projects and other sportsmen projects being funded by this year’s Commission challenge grants, two lakes getting stocked with jack Chinook salmon in McCall, a native fish restoration project up near Priest River, and one very important tag sale you need to be aware of. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess. 
IN THIS EPISODE
(00:01:19) Second big game controlled hunt drawing application period is Aug. 5-15Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/second-big-game-controlled-hunt-drawing-application-period-aug-5-15-0
(00:03:37) F&G Commission awards $100K to groups for conservation and recreation projectsFull story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-commission-awards-100k-groups-conservation-and-recreation-projects-0 
(00:06:28) Jack Chinook salmon stocked in McCall and New Meadows ponds for anglersFull story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/jack-chinook-salmon-stocked-mccall-and-new-meadows-ponds-anglers 
(00:08:41) Nonresident hunters can apply for 2026 deer/elk tags in December; here are the detailsFull story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/nonresident-hunters-can-apply-2026-deerelk-tags-december-here-are-details 
(00:10:20) Brook trout removal planned for Binarch Creek in North Idaho to aid native troutFull story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/brook-trout-removal-planned-binarch-creek-north-idaho-aid-native-trout 
(00:12:51) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN
▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/aug-1-deadline-buy-controlled-hunt-tags-fast-approaching-0  ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/idaho-fish-and-game-relocates-two-yearling-moose-blackfoot ▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/upcoming-trapper-and-wolf-trapper-education-classes-panhandle-region 
(00:14:35) QUESTION OF THE WEEK: "Can you please also clarify take rules on rattlesnakes, as I have recently seen a post where a person wanted to hold a rattlesnake roundup, probably like they have in Texas?"
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