Idaho Department of Lands

New Incident: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 7, 2026, 10:30 am MT

PARMA, Idaho – The Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) and cooperating agencies are responding to the Scottpit Fire burning south of the Fort Boise Wildlife Management Area near the confluence of the Boise and Snake rivers, west/northwest of Parma.

Structures may be threatened, and the Parma Fire Department is assisting with structure protection. Localized evacuations are occurring near the fire. Canyon County Sheriff’s Office is handling evacuations south of the fire near the Martin’s Landing campground area.

The fire started Saturday, June 6, at approximately 8:23 p.m. and is estimated at 50 acres. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

The fire is burning on Idaho Fish and Game land within IDL’s fire protection area. There is currently no containment. Resources responding include two IDL Type 5 engines, Parma Fire Department, and a U.S. Forest Service wildland fire crew. Additional resources are being ordered.

The public is asked to avoid the area to allow firefighters and emergency responders room to work safely.

Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
PIO Jane Kreller
208-334-0233
[email protected]

Headed out for some outdoor adventures this weekend? 🛻
Whether you’re camping, riding, shooting, or just soaking up Idaho’s beauty—be wildfire aware.
Let’s by avoiding activities that could spark a wildfire.
✅ Check your equipment
✅ Skip fires if it's windy
✅ Don’t park on dry grass
✅ Never leave a fire unattended
👉 Do your part. Prevent a wildfire start.

📸 Jen Russell, IDL- N. Fork of the Clearwater River, Idaho
BLM Idaho Fire
Fire Prevention Jen

With drought conditions emerging across Idaho and the potential for an active wildfire season in 2026, landowners can take steps now to better protect their homes, forests, and property.

Join natural resource professionals for a hands-on wildfire preparedness workshop in Island Park and learn practical strategies you can use on your own land.

When and where: Wednesday, July 29, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (registration & coffee begin at 8:30 a.m.), Island Park EMS Building, 4378 County Circle, Island Park.

Space is limited — register today:
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🔥🚒 with Fire Prevention Jen ! 🚒🔥
Ever wonder what those signs with words like Low, Moderate, High, or Extreme fire danger actually mean? 👀
The Fire Danger Rating System helps firefighters and the public understand how likely a wildfire is to start and spread based on weather, fuels, and current conditions.
🟢 Low – Fires are unlikely to start or spread quickly.
🟡 Moderate – Be careful! Fires can start and spread under the right conditions.
🟠 High – Fires start easily and can grow fast. Extra caution is critical.
🔴 Very High/ Extreme – Dangerous wildfire conditions. Fires can spread rapidly and become difficult to control.
Learn more 👉https://research.fs.usda.gov/firelab/projects/firedangerrating
As fire danger rises, so does the importance of preventing unwanted human-caused fires. Small actions matter:
✔️ Fully extinguish campfires
✔️ Avoid parking on dry grass
✔️ Check local burn restrictions
✔️ Secure trailer chains
✔️ Never leave fires unattended
Before you recreate, work, or burn outdoors, always check your local fire danger and restrictions.

Do your part, prevent a wildfire start. 💚

🇺🇸☀️ Memorial Day Weekend is here, Idaho! Time for camping, grilling, trail riding, and making memories with family and friends.

As you head outdoors this weekend, remember: most wildfires are human caused — and preventable.

🔥 Never leave a campfire unattended
🔥 Drown, stir, and feel your campfire DEAD OUT before leaving
🔥 Keep vehicles and trailers off dry grass
🔥 Check local fire restrictions before burning or recreating
🔥 Make safety part of the fun

This Memorial Day Weekend, let’s enjoy Idaho responsibly and work together to prevent unwanted human-caused fires.

Have fun. Stay safe. Prevent a wildfire start. 🌲
BLM Idaho Fire
Fire Prevention Jen

What an incredible day at the 43rd Annual Idaho State Forestry Contest! 🌲🏆

A HUGE thank you to the more than 150 amazing volunteers who helped make this event possible. From setting up stations and judging events to mentoring students and keeping the day running smoothly, your time, energy, and passion made a lasting impact.

Because of you, more than 250 student participants had the opportunity to learn, compete, and grow their skills in forestry, natural resources, and teamwork. Your support helps inspire the next generation of forestry and conservation leaders right here in Idaho.

We couldn’t do it without you — thank you for being part of this long-standing tradition! 👏🌲
Bonner Soil & Water Conservation District

Do you have a plan? Download this one and build yours today.

The State of Idaho is adopting the “Ready, Set, Go” wildfire evacuation program as the statewide standard for public evacuation messaging, establishing a unified, consistent approach to communicating evacuation risk and action levels across all jurisdictions.
This messaging aligns with the statutory authority of Idaho’s county sheriffs, who retain responsibility for issuing evacuation orders within their respective counties.
Under the Ready, Set, Go framework, evacuation messaging is structured into progressive action levels designed to clearly communicate risk and required public response:

www.idl.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/05/Idaho-Personal-Wildland-Fire-Action-Guide.pdf

MANY THANKS to THESE 2026 CONTRIBUTORS!! We couldn't do it without you 👏

Champion Big Tree ($2,500+)
Bonner County Farm Bureau

Western White Pine ($1,000+)
Idaho Association of Soil Conservation Districts
Rayonier
Modern Machinery

Western Red Cedar ($500+)
Jeff Connolly
Idaho Tree Farm Program
IFOA Education Foundation
Kootenai Shoshone Soil Water Conservation District

Douglas-Fir ($300+)
Associated Logging Contractors Idaho

Western Larch ($150+)
Kurt and Sandy Koetter
Inland Forest Management
South Bingham Soil Conservation District
Bonner County Sportsmen’s Association
Shawn Keough Consulting

Aspen (up to $150)
Northern Lights
Camas, Clark, Custer, East and West Cassia, East and West Cassia, Gooding, Idaho, Jefferson, Madison, Minidoka, Portneuf, Valley, and Wood River Soil and Water Conservation Districts

In Kind Donors and Contributors
Ehrmantrout Thinning Services
Idaho Dept. of Transportation
Super 1 Foods
Ace Septic
Farragut State Park
Longhorn BBQ

Bonner Soil & Water Conservation District

Do your part and protect our beautiful Idaho!

Make Smokey Bear proud by practicing safe campfire habits. Drown, stir, and repeat until its cold. Remember that only you can prevent wildfires www.smokeybear.com


Fire Prevention Jen
Idaho Firewise
Idaho Department of Lands

🌲 Another successful Idaho State Forestry Contest is in the books! 🌲
The Idaho Department of Lands and Bonner Soil & Water Conservation District proudly hosted the 43rd annual Idaho State Forestry Contest at Farragut State Park today! More than 225 students from across Idaho competed in hands-on forestry and natural resource events that challenged their skills in tree identification, compass and pacing, log scaling, soils, water quality, and more.

This incredible event would not be possible without the support of 155+ dedicated volunteers, educators, forestry professionals, and conservation partners who help inspire the next generation of natural resource leaders.

🏆 Congratulations to this year’s top winners:
Senior Individual: Samantha Guadagnini
Senior Team: Whistle Stop 4-H

Junior Individual: Amalia Nemeth
Junior Team: Selle Valley Carden

Rookie Individual: Skylar Hixson
Rookie Team: Selle Valley Carden

Thank you to our sponsors and the University of Idaho College of Natural Resources for supporting student scholarships and awards.

Events like this help students experience the forest as a classroom while exploring future careers in forestry, conservation, and natural resources.
Full Press Release 👉https://loom.ly/XFVhTK4
📸Jen Russell, IDL