Press Releases and Articles
C.S.I. - Wildlife
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By Karen Rudolph, Wildlife Lab Biologist, IDFG - Southwest Region Imagine you're a Conservation Officer investigating a suspected poaching incident. Animals have been illegally killed, but you have no idea what species or quantity have been taken. You have a suspect in mind, but no hard evidence to link the wrapped… moreIce Fishing Offers Cure To Cabin Fever
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It is time to dust off the ice fishing equipment you have stored in the garage for the past few years. Recent cold temperatures have many area lakes frozen over and ice-fishable. Most waters in the Idaho Panhandle are open to ice fishing. However, before we get far into the discussion it is important to mention that… moreAsk the Conservation Officer (CO)
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by Gary Hompland, Regional Conservation Officer, IDFG Question: "While chukar hunting my dog stepped in a trap. Is it legal to set foot-hold traps during the bird hunting season?" Answer: Yes. Bird dog hunters and mountain lion and raccoon hunters using hounds must be aware that other resource users, namely… moreAsk the Conservation Officer (CO)
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by Gary Hompland, Regional Conservation Officer, IDFG Question: "I've seen some articles in sporting magazines about sportsmen's groups that give some of their game meat to needy families. I was successful this year and would be willing to donate some of my game meat to several local needy families. Is there… moreGrandson and Grandfather Share the Hunting Tradition
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Hunting is a big part of Ken Burgess' life. And a big part of what makes hunting so special is Ken's hunting partner, his 85-yr old grandfather, Marvin "Bud" Snyder. Ken, who lives in Boise, began hunting with his grandfather as a kid. "My mom hunted a little, but no one else in the family was as into it as my… moreIce Isn't Just Nice, It's Mandatory At Ririe!
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RIRIE - It's hard to have an ice fishing season without any ice, but that is exactly what's happening at Ririe Reservoir right now. December 1, marks the start of a special fishing season at Ririe Reservoir outside of Idaho Falls, the only catch is that it's an "ice fishing only" season and the lack of ice means no… moreHunter Ed Signup Coming to Idaho Falls on 12/17
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IDAHO FALLS - Hunting season may seem eons away, but for those who fail to enroll for a hunter education course now, it can sneak up painfully fast! This Saturday marks the next opportunity for Idaho Falls youth to sign-up for upcoming hunter education classes. Sportsmen wishing to take part in the separate archery… moreBerry News Release Clarification
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The following information is intended to clarify information regarding the Glen Berry case that was highlighted in the "Filmed On Location In Idaho" news release dated 12/02/05. Glen Berry (Age 49) of Medical Lake, Washington $1,000.00 Fine $750.00 Civil penalty $900.00… moreA Natural, But Not So Happy Ending
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Lorenzo - We all love happy endings. We all want good to triumph over evil, but in the natural world things don't always work out so simply. Sometimes the best intentions of skilled professionals are not enough to counter the unknown events that occur before we get involved. Last week an apparently orphaned moose calf… moreTurkey Seasons Approved
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Meeting by telephone conference call, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved turkey hunting rules for 2006-2007 that will cut fall hunting in two southwest Idaho units. Fall hunting seasons will not be held in 2006 in Units 39 and 33 because of concern over wild turkey numbers in those units. Don Kemner, upland… moreGift Ideas
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Your local Idaho Fish and Game office might not be the first place you think of for Christmas gifts but it could have just what someone wants. A lifetime of Idaho's fishing and hunting can be covered with a lifetime license. Costs vary according to age but can represent a substantial saving, especially because the… moreConfiscated Game Meat Donated to Those in Need
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Every year, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game seizes unlawfully taken fish and wildlife that is often donated to charity organizations. After each case goes through the court system, Fish and Game donates the wild game meat and fish to local food banks, church groups and helping hand organizations that… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q: I am looking for a Christmas present for my brother-in-law. Can I purchase a hunting license for him? A: It depends. If your brother-in-law is a nonresident you can purchase a license for him. If he is a resident you can't buy him a license but you can purchase a gift certificate at a Fish and Game office that… moreOf Dogs and Deer
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This is the time of year when Fish and Game receives reports of dogs chasing deer. While this may seem like harmless fun on the part of the dog, it can be a deadly serious chase for the deer, significantly affecting the animal's ability to survive the winter. Deer go into winter having spent the summer and autumn… moreConfiscated Game Meat Donated to Those in Need
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LEWISTON - Every year, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game seizes unlawfully taken fish and wildlife that is often donated to charity organizations. After each case goes through the court system, IDFG donates the wild game meat and fish to local food banks, church groups and helping hand organizations… more2006 Licenses Available
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Resident and nonresident hunting and fishing licenses for 2006 are available now. The new licenses went on sale December 1. Hunters and anglers can pay all fees for the year, but residents who pay for big game tags will be issued a receipt for those tags which are redeemed once resident tags go on sale August 1.… morePlanning Your Hunt
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By Teri Mattulat, Karen Blight, Marilyn Kratzberg and Kris Van Cleave Front Desk Staff - Idaho Department of Fish and Game - Southwest Region Wow! That's the general response these days from people we visit with regarding hunting information after we've directed them to the Idaho Hunt Planner, the newest feature on… moreFilmed On Location in Idaho
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Filming the shooting of a big 6 x 6 bull elk in Idaho is something that should have been the perfect film subject for Glen Berry, owner of Big Bull Productions, a company that specializes in the producing videos of big game hunts all around the globe. The problem was that Berry was hunting the bull with a Montana tag… more