Q: Is shed hunting legal?

A: “Shed hunting is a legal activity in Idaho and there are no seasons governing when people can and cannot search for and pick up antlers,” said Sierra Robatcek, Regional Wildlife Biologist for Idaho Department of Fish and Game in Jerome. “However, individuals that plan on shed hunting must be aware of Idaho’s trespass law, which requires that any activity done on private land can only occur with the permission of the landowner. Additionally, individuals must abide by rules governing access on public land, such as motorized travel restrictions that are put in place for a variety of reasons (limiting disturbance to wintering wildlife and minimizing damage to roads). Information on area closures can be found on specific National Forest and Bureau of Land Management websites.”