Press Releases and Articles
Ask Fish and Game: Family Fishing Waters
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Q. With the weather getting nice, where's a good place to take the kids fishing? A. Family Fishing Waters are great places to take the family fishing. They are easy to get to and have plenty of fish to catch. Each of Idaho Fish and Game's seven regional offices can answer your questions and get you and your family… moreAgreement Reached for Fishing Access on the Little Salmon River
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A popular stretch of the Little Salmon River at Riggins, Idaho will be accessible for the spring salmon season thanks to an agreement forged by Fish and Game staff and the local landowner. The only "catch" is, salmon anglers have to be on their best behavior. All property on both sides of the Little Salmon from… moreYouth Shotgun Shooting Skills Clinic Planned
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The Jerome Gun Club is concerned about the lack of young people involved in the shooting sports so they're doing something about it. The club is sponsoring a shotgun shooting skills clinic for young people, 10 to 17 years of age, on Saturday, April 26, at the Jerome Gun Club beginning at 9 a.m. Shotgun shells,… more75th Celebration: Idaho's Easter Bunny - The Pygmy Rabbit
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Spring is officially here, which means it's time once again for the shy and retiring rabbit to endure its brief stint in the Easter spotlight. For centuries, rabbits have served as symbols of springtime renewal and fertility, owing to their ability to produce many offspring. Over time, a melding of folkloric and… moreChinook Salmon Moving Toward Idaho
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Idaho born Spring Chinook salmon are starting to show up in the Columbia River, the gateway to their spawning grounds in the Gem State. As of Sunday, April 13, 4,603 Spring Chinook salmon have been counted going past Bonneville Dam, the first place they are counted on their 700-plus mile journey to the Salmon and… moreSpring Turkey Season Tips
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Hunting is generally a fall activity, however, there are a few spring hunts in Idaho that provide a great opportunity to get outside and enjoy the warming weather. The general turkey season opens April 15. With turkey populations currently very high, there should be plenty of opportunity to put one on the… moreYou Got Your Turkey - Now What?
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Once you harvest your turkey, the next step is preparing the meat and cooking up a great wild meal. Idaho chef, Randy King, not only has turkey recipes to try, but also tips on how to prepare turkey meat to get the best taste and texture from your bird. "Turkeys consist of five cuts of meat in total - the breast… morePlan Now for Native Plant Landscaping
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In a small plot just behind the MK Nature Center in Boise, Susan Ziebarth has begun the annual spring ritual of bringing the Nature Center landscape back to life. The Nature Center's native plant garden receives much of her attention this time of year. This small garden is a showcase for the beauty of Idaho's native… moreFamilies Encouraged to Unplug and Be Outside
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Children and adults are invited to get active, have fun and play at dozens of free events offered at the fourth annual Unplug and Be Outside week. Unplug Week is a time for children and families to get outside and enjoy outdoor activities. Nationwide, children aged 8 to 18 spend an average of 53 hours each week… moreBears Are Out and About in the Upper Snake Region
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Reports of grizzly bears exiting their winter dens have been coming from the high country for a number of weeks and as these bears venture forth in search of food the likelihood of them being observed in the Upper Snake Region is increasing. Both grizzly and black bears have the ability to exist in relatively close… moreSnake River Cleanup Planned
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A trash cleanup along one of the more popular stretches of the Snake River is planned for Saturday, April 19, beginning at 9:00a.m. Additional volunteers are needed to help with this effort, sponsored by Idaho Fish… moreTurkey Seasons Are Here
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By Phil Cooper, Wildlife Conservation Educator -Youth hunting opened April 8, general season opens April 15 Hunting is generally a fall activity, however, there are a few spring hunts in Idaho that provide a great opportunity to get outside in what is often really nice weather. Turkey hunting has already opened… more75th Celebration: 1984 Wild in the Classroom
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has a long tradition of educating Idaho's citizens about our hunting and fishing traditions as well as the wildlife that populate our state. Whether you are a teacher looking to expand your students' knowledge, interested in hunter safety or simply curious about Idaho's wildlife,… moreApplications Sought for Commission Positions
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Gov. C.L. "Butch" Otter is accepting applications to fill two positions on the seven-member Idaho Fish and Game Commission. One would replace Commissioner Bob Barowsky of the Southwest Region, and the other would replace Randy Budge of the Southeast Region. To be appointed, a successful candidate must be a resident of… morePeregrine Falcon Nest Webcam Live in Downtown Boise
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The daily life of a wild peregrine falcon family in downtown Boise is once again on view via a web camera in the nest box. This is the sixth year the webcam has followed the daily activities in a nest box on the 14th floor of One Capital Center, 10th and Main streets. The webcam may be seen at: http://peregrinefund.… moreAsk Fish and Game: Printed Regulations
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Q: When will I able to get a printed copy of the new Big Game Hunting Regulations? A: The new regulations are at the printer right now. We expect the booklets to be arriving at vendors' locations by Easter week. In the meantime, you can look at the rules for 2014 on the Fish and Game website at: http://fishandgame.… moreAnnual Wolf Report Available Online
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The 2013 annual summary of wolf monitoring in Idaho is now available, and shows wolf numbers remain well above the 150 wolves and 15 breeding pairs required to keep gray wolves off the endangered species list under the 2009 de-listing rule. The 2013 Idaho Wolf Monitoring Progress Report includes the current status of… moreSpaces Available In "Wild About Turkeys" Workshop For Educators
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Everyone who has spent any time in the outdoors of northern Idaho has seen a wild turkey. Actually, if you have seen one you have likely seen dozens as they spend much of their time in large flocks, especially in winter. Where there is one there are often many. Natural curiosity about these strange and unique birds… more