Press Releases and Articles
How to Feed Wild Birds
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With serious winter weather blanketing the state, many Idahoans have begun feeding wild birds. Feeding wild birds is one of the most popular outdoor activities in the U.S. Feeding birds provides an enchanting opportunity to enjoy wildlife in your own yard, and Idaho Fish and Game encourages bird enthusiasts to keep… moreVehicle, Equipment Auction Set
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A public auction of vehicles and other equipment used by Idaho Fish and Game is set for Wednesday, January 23, at Dealers Auto Auction, 3323 Port Street in Nampa. The auction will start at 2 p.m. This year's sale includes pickups, ATVs, travel trailers, boats and more. To contact Dealers Auto Auction call 208-463-… moreAsk Fish and Game: Stocking Fish
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Q. When does Fish and Game start stocking fish, and how can I find out where they are being stocked? A. Fish and Game stocks some waters all year round. Other waters are stocked at various times during the year. For a current stocking report contact the regional Fish and Game office, or go online to: http://… moreFish and Game to Feed Mule Deer in Mink Creek Area
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Emergency feeding will begin for mule deer this weekend in the Pocatello areas of Mink Creek and Gibson Jack affected by the Charlotte Fire last June. The declaration of a feeding emergency in the Charlotte Fire-affected areas should not be viewed as a signal that emergency feeding is necessary throughout the region.… moreDon't Forget to Report on Deer, Elk, Pronghorn Tags
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Hunters who submit their hunt reports by Friday, January 18, will be entered in a drawing for one of 10 Super Hunt tags. Ten hunters will be randomly drawn from among those who have reported on all their Mandatory Hunter Reports for deer, elk and pronghorn tags by midnight January 18. This is the last chance to be… moreF&G Commission to Meet in Boise This Week
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet Wednesday and Thursday, January 16 and 17, at Fish and Game headquarters in Boise. The annual meeting starts with a public meeting at 7 p.m., Wednesday, January 16. Members of the public who want to address the commission on any topic having to do with Fish and Game… moreSuper Hunt 2013 Entries on Sale Now
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Even hunters who don't draw a tag win in Fish and Game's Super Hunt drawings for a chance at the hunt of a lifetime. The entry fees help support hunter and angler access to and across private lands. The deadline to enter is May 31 for the first drawing in June. Super Hunt is a fund-raising drawing for 40 big… moreAsk Fish and Game: Wolf Tags
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Q. I bought a 2012wolf tag, but I haven't had a chance to use it yet. Is it still good for the rest of the season? A. No. Wolf tags for 2012 are no longer valid. Wolf tags, like most other tags including deer, elk, salmon and steelhead permits, are issued by calendar year, and they are valid only during the year for… more
Bait Station Training Video
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Learn how to establish 'bait stations' to collect images and DNA from forest carnivores. MBI partners are using this technique to monitor rare and common forest carnivores across the Idaho Panhandle and adjoining mountain ranges. Both paid employees and volunteer 'citizen naturalists' establish and run these stations… more
F&G Proposes Rose Lake Launch Improvements
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is proposing an access site expansion and improvement project for the Rose Lake boat launch. Rose Lake covers 300 acres and is about four miles south of I-90 on Highway 3, 20 miles east of Coeur d'Alene in Kootenai County. It is an excellent fishery for warm-water species,… moreTax Check-off Supports Wildlife
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Folks getting ready to file their tax returns might consider supporting Idaho's wildlife. Taxpayers may check the square on their Idaho tax forms to donate any amount of their refund to the Nongame Wildlife Conservation Fund administered by Idaho Fish and Game. Other Fish and Game programs aimed at game animals and… moreWaterfowl Shooting Hours Correction
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The waterfowl shooting hours chart on Page 15 of the 2012 Waterfowl Seasons and Rules book contains an error. The ending hours on January 24 for Blaine, Butte, Camas, Cassia, Custer, Gooding, Jerome, Lemhi, Lincoln, Minidoka and Twin Falls counties should read 5:40 p.m. MST.Ask Fish and Game: Ice Fishing Rules
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Q. Are there special rules for ice fishing? A. Yes. Ice fishing rules are slightly different than general fishing for public safety and general crowding. Fishing is allowed only through a hole up to 10 inches in diameter. This reduces the risk of someone falling through holes. The only exception is on Bear Lake in… moreMagic Valley Sportsmen's Chili Cook-Off Set
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game will host the Fourth Annual Sportsmen's Chili Cook-Off starting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, January 24, at the Jerome regional office, 324 South 417 East, Highway 93 Business Park. Participants are invited to bring their favorite chili or just come and try the different flavors on for… moreMoose, Sheep, Mountain Goat Open House Slated
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Proposed statewide 2013/2014 moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat seasons will be the focus of an open house hosted by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. Fish and Game will host an open house from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, January 4, at the Southwest Region office at 3101 S. Powerline Road, Nampa. In southwest… moreLooking Back at 2012 at Fish and Game
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People from around the state and a variety of viewpoints participated in person and online in the Idaho Wildlife Summit over the weekend of August 24-26. More than 500 people participated in person. Many others participated online; more than 3,000 logged on to watch the streaming video. The list of those tuning in… moreNew Rules Take Effect January 1
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Several new rules, including a mentored hunting program and changes to fishing rules, take effect January 1; all of them are subject of legislative review. A new mentored hunting program will allow a person 8 and older to participate in a mentored hunt program without being required to hold a hunter education… moreApplying for Spring Black Bear Controlled Hunts
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The application period for spring black bear controlled hunts runs from January 15 through February 15. Spring black bear controlled hunt seasons start April 15. Leftover tags go on sale April 1. Information on 2013 spring hunts is available in the 2012 big game rules brochure. Hunters also may check with Fish and… more