Idaho Public Lands Advocates Respond to Latest Sell-Off Proposal: Rural Idaho Needs Teamwork, not a Giveaway

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Contact: John Robison, Idaho Conservation League | [email protected] Emilie Ritter, Greater Yellowstone Coalition | [email protected] Chris Saeger, The Wilderness Society | [email protected] Idaho Public Lands Advocates Respond to …

The Dark Side of Data Centers Part 2: Water Guzzlers

The recent rapid proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) has driven explosive growth in a once-niche industry: data centers. These facilities host vast networks of computer processors that power the processing, …

The Dark Side of Data Centers, Part 1: Energy Hogs

Survey shows community support for McCall land exchange

For the past 5 years, ICL has worked with United Payette, a coalition of Valley County residents partnering with local and state-wide organizations, to conserve the endowment lands surrounding Payette …

Saving Salmon, Protecting a Way of Life

This blog was originally published in 2024, and has been updated with new information. We often say that, without the work of Tribes, Idaho’s wild salmon and steelhead would be …

IDFG’s high-stakes strategic plan needs more work—Here’s how to give wildlife a voice

Idaho’s native wildlife sustains and inspires us. Wild creatures give us comfort and endless entertainment. They enhance our everyday experiences—whether we’re visiting remote, wild landscapes across our state or sitting …

Idaho’s first Backcountry Conservation Area!

After nearly a decade of planning, public meetings, and public comment opportunities, on August 18, 2023, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) issued a Record of Decision for the Four …

ICL and Forest Service reach agreement over North Idaho logging

The Nez Perce – Clearwater National Forests have long been a focus for the Idaho Conservation League. With over 1.4 million acres of pristine undeveloped roadless forests, these large expanses …

Snake River: Hidden in Plain Sight

Hidden wonders abound in the Snake River Canyon.

Wilderness Steward Program Check-In: Three Months of Public Support for our Public Lands!

From the high peaks of the Lost River Range to the dunes of Craters of the Moon, Idaho Conservation League’s Wilderness Stewards have been hard at work caring for Central …

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Idaho Club Renews Plan to Build Housing, Marina on Trestle Creek, Threatening Imperiled Fish

For Immediate Release: Monday, August 21, 2023 Contacts: Brad Smith, Idaho Conservation League, (208) 340-3161, [email protected] Kristine Akland, Center for Biological Diversity, (406) 544-9863, [email protected] Idaho Club Renews Plan to …

Stories of the Salmon: Through an Angler’s Eyes

Wild salmon and steelhead are icons of Idaho. Millions of these fish once returned home to Idaho each year from the ocean, but climate change and hydroelectric dams have reduced …

Strolling down memory lane to the Stanley Redfish Trail

Editor’s Note: This post was authored by Jim Jones and was republished with permission. Jim Jones is a Vietnam combat veteran who served 8 years as Idaho attorney general (1983-1991) and …

Boise Bicycle Project’s Goathead Fest: Tackling Two Environmental Problems at Once

Tackling some of the most pressing environmental issues Idahoans face today can often feel overwhelming, but sometimes – the solution is as easy as riding a bike. In fact, those …

ICL’s Green Backs Mini-Grant Program: Supporting the Youth Fighting for Climate Justice

When it comes to fighting for environmental justice, youth-led grassroots movements are often at the forefront. Oftentimes, however, their passion and drive to make a difference are hindered by a …

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Controversial Kilgore mine exploration project approved in East Idaho

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, August 9, 2023 Contacts: John Robison, Public Lands Director, ICL, (208) 345-6933 x 213 Allison Michalski, Senior Idaho Conservation Associate, GYC, (208) 985-4468 Controversial Kilgore mine exploration …