Boise Valley Fly Fishers upcoming events

Barber Pool Trout Study: CATCH event (02 Nov 2026)

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Boise Valley Fly Fishers and VICE Outdoors are helping IDF&G with a trout population study on the Boise River in the Barber Pool section. IDF&G hasn't been able to get their normal electrofishing raft and equipment in there and want to try using anglers for a mark and recapture study. This section of the river isn't stocked by IDF&G and has developed a good population of wild rainbow trout. A trout population study is needed to help IDF&G manage this section better.

We need lots of volunteers to make this project work. PLEASE consider signing up for one of the roles. There will be a second "recapture" event on November 18th that will be posted.

Please sign up for the category you want to help out with:

1. Anglers: Anglers need to be able to catch at least 5 fish the 4-hour session, using tight-line nymphing, indicator nymphing, streamer fishing or dry fly fishing.

2. Netters: We want to land every fish we hook! In addition to netting fish, Netters will be transporting them to the Fishery Biologist stations where they will be tagged, weighed and measured. Netters are also back-up anglers.

3. Fish Biologist Helpers: Help IDF&G Fishery Biologists weigh, measure, tag and release fish. They may also be asked to show up early and help IDF&G carry equipment down to the river.

We want to START fishing at 10am, so please arrive by 9:30AM so you can wader-up and get setup to fish. Matt Housel from VICE Outdoors is coordinating the fishing stations and assignments and will reach out to everyone who signs up as an Angler.

The upper parking lot is small. Please leave it for IDF&G so they can get their equipment to the river. Volunteers should park at the dirt lot BELOW the HWY-21 bridge.

Boise River Fall Cleanup (07 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

BOISE RIVER FALL CLEANUP

We are joining VICE Outdoors to cleanup the Boise River on Saturday, November 7th.

Since they have a large group of volunteers focusing on the river at Ann Morrison Park, we plan to spread-out and focus on a different sections, depending on how many people we get.

When: 9AM Nov 7
Where: Meet at Westmorland Park , 6515 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714

The river will be down at winter flows. Bring waders if you have them, as we want to clean trash out of the river. A wading staff is recommended for safety.

We will also be removing fishing line from Riverside Pond.

Graylings Coffee Klatsch (17 Nov 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

BVFF Monthly Graylings Coffee Klatsch

The BVFF Graylings meet on the Tuesday following the scheduled club outing for coffee and a lively (mostly) discussion of fishing, fishing stories, the recent club outing, current events, and to plan fishing trips outside the scheduled club outings.

Graylings will meet at 9:00 AM at:

Moxie Java

4990 East Chinden Boulevard

Garden City, ID 83714

It is not required to register.

April Outing: Duck Valley, Mt View Reservoir 2027 (22 Apr 2027)

Thu, 22 Apr 2027 12:45:00 GMT

Welcome to the Duck Valley Outing

April 22 - 25, 2027

This stillwater fishery is known for some fantastic Spring fishing at a time when many local rivers are too high to safely wade and others are closed to fishing. Come on out to try your hand at catching some of the largest rainbow trout southwest Idaho has to offer.

There are three lakes open to fishing in Duck Valley. Mountain View and Sheep Creek Reservoirs allow gas powered motors. Lake Billy Shaw is fly fishing only and boat motors are restricted to electrical only.

You must have a Duck Valley tribal fishing permit to fish this event. A daily fishing permit (Ages 14+) is $25. An annual single-rod fishing permit is $150, which also allows you to disperse camp on the reservation for no additional charge, for the duration of the permit. Permits may be available at some local fly shops and at ACE Hardware in Duck Valley. The link below will provide access to the Shoshone-Paiute Tribal Website for fishing and camping permits:

https://spt.permits.tribaltrails.ai/

5 and 6 weight fly rods are typically used at this fishery with floating, intermediate and sinking lines. Fishing reports from previous outings indicate #6 and 8 weighted black, brown or olive leeches fished deep and a #14 root beer and wine-colored chironomids with a fine silver wire rib, fished on or near the bottom, can be productive.

Temperatures in the morning typically range from the mid 30s to 40s, with afternoon temps in the low 50s to the high 60s. Be prepared for rain, snow, and lots of WIND!

Camping with hook-ups is available at both Mountain View and Sheep Creek Reservoirs. Dispersed camping is available at all three bodies of water. The BVFF outing host will camp at Mountain View Campground. Look for the BVFF feather flags. Reservations can be made on the tribal website or by calling 208-759-3246 and asking for June or Annmarie.

Directions from Boise: Take I-84 East to Mountain Home, then take Idaho 51 Hwy to Duck Valley. Driving time is approximately 2+45. There is gasoline and diesel fuel available in Duck Valley.

If you decide to join us On-The-Water With BVFF, please register on this page.

Let's go fishing!

Outing host is Ron Kaye, 805-705-8785, ronkaye@gmail.com

Tight Lines,

Your Outings Committee

Liability Waiver

By registering, I affirm that I am voluntarily participating in the following event:

NAME: Duck Valley - Mountain View Reservoir Outing - 2027

DATES: April 22 - 25, 2027

and I further acknowledge that I know and understand the inherent risks. I assume full responsibility for any and all sickness, injuries, or damages that may occur to me as a result of participating in the named event. By registering, I acknowledge that BVFF is not responsible for any illness or injury associated with my participation in the named event. And I further acknowledge that any photos taken during the event may be used by the organization.