Important dates to help plan your February

From tags sales to season closures, there's a lot happening in Idaho during February that you should be aware of. Staying in the loop can be the difference between applying for that coveted controlled hunt tag and watching from the sidelines.

Be sure to stay up to date on all Fish and Game happenings. Here are some important dates you should know to help you plan.

FEBRUARY 2026

2/1 - OPEN: Spring turkey controlled hunt application period (Learn more)

2/1 - OPEN: Idaho Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant application period

2/5 - Citizens Shooting Range Advisory Committee Meeting #2 at 6 p.m. MST in Boise and streamed virtually (Learn more)

2/5-2/15 - Nonresident deer/elk tag draw second application period (Learn more)

2/11-2/22 - OPEN: Public comment period for Chinook season setting

2/12 - Citizens Shooting Range Advisory Committee Meeting #3 at 6 p.m. MST in Boise and streamed virtually (Learn more)

2/15 - CLOSED: Spring black bear controlled hunt application period (Learn more)

2/16 - Presidents Day Public Holiday (Fish and Game Offices Closed)

2/17-2/19 - Spring/summer Chinook salmon public meetings

2/26 (TBA) - Citizens Shooting Range Advisory Committee Meeting #4 at 6 p.m. MST in Boise and streamed virtually

2/27 - OPEN: Public comment period for migratory game bird season setting

Note: Hunters, anglers and trappers should always double check the seasons and rules booklets to confirm opening and closing dates, as well as restrictions and rules pertaining to individual species.