About Us
the Idaho Houndsmen Association (IHA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving, promoting, and protecting the rich tradition of hound hunting in Idaho. For more than five decades, we have brought together houndsmen, sportsmen, families, and conservation partners to ensure that future generations can experience the heritage, skill, and stewardship that define hound hunting.
Our Mission
We work to ensure a future for hound hunting in Idaho through education, advocacy, and responsible participation in wildlife management. The IHA collaborates closely with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and other hunting and conservation organizations to support sustainable practices, fair-chase ethics, and healthy wildlife populations across the state.
What We Do
Promote Ethical Hound Hunting
We uphold strong standards of sportsmanship, responsible dog handling, and respect for wildlife and the land.
Support Wildlife Management
By working with Idaho Fish and Game, we help contribute to informed decision-making around big-game management, predator control, and conservation issues that affect houndsmen statewide.
Build Community
The IHA provides a welcoming community for new and experienced houndsmen alike—offering knowledge, mentorship, and opportunities to learn and participate.
Our Commitment
The Idaho Houndsmen Association is committed to:
Protecting access to public lands and opportunities for hound hunting
Working collaboratively with state agencies and partner organizations
Providing education and outreach to strengthen understanding of hound hunting
The IHA provides a welcoming community for new and experienced houndsmen alike offering knowledge, mentorship, and opportunities to learn and participate.
Preserving the values, heritage, and culture that make houndsmen an important part of Idaho’s outdoor community
Events
Spring Field Trial
Held each spring, this event brings houndsmen together from across the region to test dogs, share knowledge, and celebrate the tradition of hound hunting.
Fall Field Trial
Our fall event continues the friendly competition and camaraderie, offering another chance to highlight the skill and training behind successful hound work.
Annual Banquet
A yearly gathering that includes dinner, raffles, auctions, awards, and updates on association activities. It is our largest community event and an important fundraiser supporting our mission and programs.