Press Releases and Articles
Saving A Deer
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By Ed Bottum, Wildlife Biologist, IDFG - Southwest Region The scene is repeated hundreds of times each year in Idaho and more than a million times across the country, especially during winter. Skid marks (sometimes), blood spots streaked across the highway - and fragments: pieces of colored glass, shiny plastic, logos… moreEgin-Hamer Area Closure Effective Jan 1
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IDAHO FALLS - What started out as an idea by local county commissioners to reopen a popular farm-to-market road seven years ago has continued to be a success, not only for humans but also for wintering wildlife. The lack of human disturbance created by the closure has allowed herds of deer, elk, and moose to spend more… moreHunters Split On Bonus Points
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Hunters are divided on the random drawing process for controlled hunts- some like it, some don't. A survey conducted by Fish and Game this fall showed mixed results that were close to being evenly split on satisfaction with the drawing process, but most agree that future drawings should favor unsuccessful applicants… moreGame Counts Starting
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The first results of this winter's Fish and Game big game counts show an encouraging increase in mule deer in one unit. Aerial surveys of Unit 22 winter ranges flown in early December found 1,624 deer, the most animals seen in surveys of that unit in the past decade. The previous high in the unit was 1,558 deer in 1999… moreSpecial Delivery
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Computer technology meets Jack London in backcountry cyber space. Recently Greg Metz ran into a little trouble getting his trapping license. He lives at the James Ranch on the Salmon River, miles from a Fish and Game office, and the only way in or out is by jet boat. He couldn't get out because of the icy slush in the… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. When does the spring steelhead season open? What are the limits? A. The season opens on January 1, 2006 and spring season limits are 3 per day, 9 in possession and 20 per season. If you catch your limit you must stop fishing for steelhead that day, including catch-and-release fishing. Be sure to have your 2006… moreFish and Game Gears Up to Get out in the Cold
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By Clay Hickey - Idaho Department of Fish and Game As the harsh winter weather sets in, some Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) employees are gearing up to get out in the cold. Winter is the time of year when we conduct our annual big game aerial surveys. Besides finding big game animals congregated on… moreLake Pend Oreille Fishery Recovery Meeting
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Idaho Fish and Game will be hosting a public meeting Saturday morning, January 21st from 8 am to noon at the Sandpoint Community Center, 204 S. First Ave. We will be updating the community on results from the deep water trap net project, the status of the kokanee population and will be seeking input on predator/prey… moreC.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… more