Fish
Shelters
Predator
Prey
Fly tying tools
100

This fish, native to Idaho, is known for its silvery sides and distinct black spots. What is it?


cutthroat trout!

100

This type of shelter is one of the simplest to construct and involves leaning branches or other debris against a standing tree or rock to form a basic structure. What is it called?

debris hut

100

his large member of the cat family can be found in Idaho and is known for its distinctive spotted coat. What is it?

mountain lion

100

This large herbivore, commonly found in Idaho's forests and mountains, is known for its antlers and is a popular game animal. What is it

elk

100

This tool is used to hold the hook securely while tying flies

vise

200

The Snake River in Idaho is famous for this fish, known for its remarkable ability to migrate long distances to spawn. What is the name of this fish?

Chinook salmon

200

This type of shelter is made by digging a depression in the ground and covering it with branches, leaves, and other natural materials. It provides insulation from the elements and is often used in cold or windy conditions. What is its name

debris hut

200

This canine predator, often considered a symbol of the American West, inhabits various regions of Idaho. What is it?

coyote

200

This small mammal, known for its dam-building abilities, is found in Idaho's rivers and streams. What is it?

beaver

200

This tool is used to cut threads, wires, and other materials while tying flies.

scissors

300

This fish, found in abundance in Idaho's mountain streams, is known for its vibrant red color during spawning season. What is its name?

sockeye salmon

300

This type of shelter is constructed by stacking stones or bricks in a circular pattern to create a dome-like structure. It has been used for centuries and is known for its durability and insulation properties. What is it called?

wigwam

300

This apex predator, reintroduced to Idaho in the mid-1990s, has made a successful comeback and is now thriving in the state. What is it?

gray wolf

300

This large herbivore, known for its shaggy coat and formidable horns, is native to North America and can be found in Idaho's mountains and grasslands. What is it?

bighorn sheep

300

This tool is used to apply pressure to materials while tying flies, ensuring they stay in place.

bobbin

400

The largest member of the trout family in North America, this fish is highly prized by anglers and can be found in Idaho's lakes and rivers. What is it called?

lake trout

400

This type of shelter is made by weaving together flexible branches or saplings to create a framework, which is then covered with leaves, grass, or other vegetation. It is commonly used by indigenous peoples around the world. What is its name

sod shelter

400

This bird of prey, with its distinctive hooked beak and powerful talons, can be found in Idaho's skies hunting for small mammals. What is it

bald eagle

400

This bird species, commonly spotted in Idaho's wetlands and lakes, is known for its long neck and distinctive honking call. What is it?

Canada goose?

400

his tool is used to pick out fibers or materials to create a more natural appearance on flies.

bodkin

500

This fish, also called "silver ghost," is one of the most sought-after game fish in Idaho. Known for its elusive nature and acrobatic leaps, it provides a thrilling challenge for anglers. What is its name?


steelhead trout

500

This type of shelter is constructed by digging a trench in the ground and covering it with a roof made of logs, branches, and soil. It provides excellent protection from the elements and is often used in survival situations. What is it called?

wattle

500

This large, solitary predator, known for its distinctive howl, once roamed freely across Idaho but is now rare in the state due to habitat loss and human persecution. What is it?

gray wolf

500

This small, elusive mammal, known for its ability to change fur color in winter, is found in Idaho's forests and is a prized catch for fur trappers. What is it?

short-tailed weasel?

500

this tool is used to shape and pack materials, such as dubbing or hair, onto the hook while tying flies.

dubbing tool