AFI Idaho Public Lands Cleanup and Upland Hunt - Mountain Home, ID

Event Start Date: 1/24/2026 9:00 AM

Event End Date: 1/24/2026 1:00 PM

Idaho AFI is Hosting a Public Lands Cleanup and Upland Hunt near Mountain Home!

Why You Should Want to Attend:

The Armed Forces Initiative of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers is focused on building conservationists within the military community through hands-on stewardship and outdoor experiences. Join Idaho AFI for a day that combines public lands stewardship with an upland hunting opportunity on Idaho’s shared landscapes near Mountain Home.

This event highlights the connection between caring for our public lands and responsibly enjoying them. We’ll begin the day removing illegally dumped trash from public lands before transitioning into an upland hunt, reinforcing the idea that conservation and hunting go hand in hand.

What It Is:

The Public Lands Cleanup and Upland Hunt is a dual-purpose event that brings together volunteers to improve public lands while offering a mentored hunting opportunity for military-affiliated participants.

Attendees can expect to:

• Remove illegally dumped trash from public lands near Mountain Home

• Learn about public land stewardship and ethical land use

• Participate in an upland hunt following the cleanup (military-affiliated participants only)

• Build camaraderie through shared service and outdoor recreation

• Enjoy a provided meal after the event

Prizes will be awarded for:

• Most trash hauled

• Largest item removed

When Is It:

Saturday, January 24, 2026
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM MST

Where Is It:

Rattlesnake Station Historical Marker
Mountain Home, ID 83647
Coordinates: 43.14787, -115.6586

Who Can Attend:

• Public Lands Cleanup: Open to everyone

• Upland Hunt: Open to military-affiliated participants only, including:

  • Active Duty

  • Reserves

  • National Guard

  • Veterans

  • Gold Star Families

You do not need to be a BHA member to attend (but we’d love to have you join!).
Experienced upland hunters are welcome and encouraged to attend to help mentor others.
Interested observers are also welcome to attend the hunt portion.

What to Bring:

For the Cleanup:

• Work gloves

• Weather-appropriate clothing

• Snacks and water

• Truck or trailer (if available)

For the Upland Hunt (Required):

• Shotgun and ammunition

• Blaze orange hat or vest (required)

• Valid 2026 Idaho Small Game Hunting License (required — licenses will be checked)

• Ear protection

• Trained bird dogs (if you have them)

Additional Details:

• Maximum of 15 participants

• Meal provided following the event

• Raffle items and prizes available

• Cleanup portion is open to all; hunting portion limited to eligible participants

Questions?

Contact Idaho AFI,  idafi@backcountryhunters.org