Idaho Fish and Game Partners in Discounted Fishing Licenses for Foster Families | Outside

The Idaho Fish and Game Commission (IFG) recently approved a program, a collaboration between IFG, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHW), and Idaho Sportsmen, Access & Opportunity, that provides a place for youth in foster care and foster care parents Every household will receive free fishing licenses in 2025.

Access & Opportunity, a hunting and fishing advocacy group, will cover the balance of discounted fishing licenses for youth ages 18 to 20 in extended foster care and one foster parent per family.

“We are proud to support Idaho’s foster youth by making it easier for them to enjoy fishing,” said Roger Phillips, public information supervisor for Fish and Game. “This program is about creating connections to nature and well-being through fishing. We hope it inspires new anglers and provides foster parents the opportunity to pass on their fishing knowledge and appreciation for the outdoors while providing a fun family activity.”

Youth in extended foster care ages 18 to 20 and one foster parent per family who wish to participate in the program will receive a voucher upon request from DHW that can be redeemed for a fishing license at a Fish and Game office.

Youth in foster care and their families who would like to participate in the program should contact Laura Denner, DHW Family and Community Partnerships Administrator.