Outdoors
What's there to do in the great outdoors? Here we've got a bevy of local outdoor activities and destinations to explore.
Shows offers glimpse into past, firearms information
The Draw offers information about firearms education and information as well as the sport of shooting.
Shotgunning workshop date announced
Idaho Fish and Game staff along with NRA certified instructors will be teaching a "Successful Shotgunning" workshop on Oct. 22 at the Farragut Shooting Range C…
Christmas tree permits available online
For the third season, the USDA Forest Service is selling Christmas tree permits online. The permits can be found through Recreation.gov, which makes it more…
Reporting wildlife crimes – how to be a good witness
Citizens play a critical role in protecting wildlife by reporting violations
Autumn ecology, fall birding class set
Fall is a time of changes, when plants and animals start to prepare for the long winter months ahead. From September to November, some birds of prey known as r…
Regulated trapping is part of Idaho’s heritage
Regulated trapping in Idaho is a legacy with deep cultural roots. Well before the days of statehood, trappers traversed much of Idaho’s mountains in pursuit of…
It's fall and that means it's pheasant time
Hunters can enjoy another year of pheasant hunting at two wildlife management areas in the Panhandle beginning in early October. Whether you are a new hunte…
Reporting wildlife crimes – how to be a good witness
Citizens play a critical role in protecting wildlife by reporting violations.
NISA hosting fishing programs
While they may not share their secret fishing spots, North Idaho Sportfishing Association anglers are giving a pair of fishing programs next week that offer a …
USFS announces summer 2023 hiring
The Idaho Panhandle National Forests will begin hiring for the 2023 season. Applications are being accepted starting today, Sept. 29, for a range of positio…
Trail volunteers turn out for National Public Lands Day
National Public Lands Day is just around the corner — Saturday, Sept. 24, to be precise. And what better way to honor the day then by making your wild backyard…
One arrested after allegedly setting two fires
BONNERS FERRY —- Michael F. Mock, 30, is being charged with counts of arson in connection to a fire Monday night at Boundary County Fairgrounds and in connecti…
Panhandle fire update for Sept. 15
With the recent precipitation which moved through the panhandle, wildland fire crews received some much-needed help on the many firelines they are currently wo…
State of the Scotchmans promises wilderness fun
Enter the State of the Scotchmans. A celebration of another year of wilderness work, the event features fun, games, music, and more. It all happens Sunday, Sep…
Students eligible for outdoor program
Back-to-school season means a new class of fourth graders are now eligible to enroll in Every Kid Outdoors, a federal program that provides up to a year of fre…
Day honors area first responders, military personnel
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game in the Panhandle is celebrating first responders and military personnel at the Farragut Shooting Range Center on Sept. 11