Press Releases and Articles
Turkey Money Tracks
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By Al Van Vooren, Regional Supervisor Idaho Department of Fish and Game - Southwest Region During the past few weeks, several thousand camo-clad hunters have been traversing Idaho in pursuit of tom turkey. And as they've left home and traveled rural Idaho, frequenting gas stations, restaurants and other businesses,… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. I'm interested in the supertag drawings. How many tags will be awarded, and for what species? A. Twelve deer, 12 elk, 12 antelope and four moose tags are being offered and will be valid for the 2004 hunting season. In each of two drawings there will be six deer, six elk, six antelope and two moose tags awarded. One… moreWomen's Outdoor Clinic Scheduled For June 25-27
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LEWISTON - Fly fishing, archery hunting, outdoor survival, map and compass reading, and rifle, shotgun and muzzleloader shooting skills are just some of the topics being offered in the 9TH annual Women's Outdoor Clinic to be held at the Hell's Gate State Park on June 25-27. Sponsored by the Idaho Department of Fish… morePublic's Help Sought in Sturgeon Poaching Case
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A nine-foot white sturgeon was recently poached from the Snake River near Kuna, and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game is hoping the public can provide additional information to bring the poachers to justice. In addition, Citizens Against Poaching (CAP) is offering a $1000 reward for information leading to the… moreApply Now for Controlled Hunts
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JEROME - Want to win $400 and possibly draw a controlled hunt permit for deer, elk, antelope or black bear this fall? If so, it's time to apply for controlled hunts. Hunters who apply early for this fall's controlled hunts for deer, elk, black bear and antelope can win big bucks in either of two ways: draw a tag and… moreYouth hunting clinic planned for June 17
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JEROME - The Idaho Department of Fish and Game will host a Youth Hunting Clinic, June 17, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Jerome Rod & Gun Club. Students will be instructed in shotgun, rifle, muzzleloader and archery shooting; blood trailing, conservation, ethics, and traditions of hunting. Shotguns, muzzleloaders,… moreMake plans to go fishing on Free Fishing Day
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JEROME - Looking for a fun summer time activity close to home? Try fishing. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game will be hosting five Free Fishing Day events in the Magic Valley Region on June 12. With the help of Walmart, Blue Lakes Sporting Goods, Sportsman's Warehouse, Bass Hunters, Wood River Land Trust and… moreOfficials to Discuss Whitefish in the Big Lost River
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Biologists with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and the USDA Forest Service will be holding a public meeting this month to discuss the current status of the fish populations, with an emphasis on mountain whitefish, in the Big Lost River drainage. Over the last several years biologists have been working to learn… moreElk Calf Capture Planned
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As part of a long-term investigation, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game will begin capturing and placing radio collars on about 30 elk calves in each of two north central Idaho study areas during late May and early June. Calves less than four days old will be spotted from a helicopter, then biologists will… moreBird Days Celebration in Boise
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International Migratory Bird Days will be celebrated at the MK Nature Center and Deer Flat Refuge May 15. The events will start at 8 a.m. with two bird walks led by naturalists. One will start at the MK Nature Center Education Building at 600 South Walnut in Boise and the other at the Deer Flat National Wildlife… moreRadio Auction Benefits North Idaho Students and Families
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A north Idaho outdoor science center is a step closer to completion thanks to a fundraiser by the Idaho Fish and Wildlife Foundation and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. The fourteenth annual radio auction on April 28, 2004 raised more than $8,000 for the Waterlife Discovery Center in Sandpoint. The center,… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. How can I try for a leftover moose or other trophy animal permit? A. This year, for the first time, left-over moose, mountain goat and bighorn sheep permits will not be immediately offered over the counter but will go into a second drawing to be held June 30. Applications will be taken from June 15 through June 25… moreIdfg Seeks Public Input On Proposed Changes For 2004 Crane, Dove And Early Goose Seasons
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IDAHO FALLS - It is only fitting that wildlife managers in Idaho Falls are seeking input from sportsmen about proposed changes in crane seasons for next fall, because hunters have been the ones making the current management strategy work! According to Upper Snake Regional Spokesman Gregg Losinski, "The controlled… moreWatching for wood ticks
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JEROME - Few insects cause more fear than wood ticks. In the spring throughout the Magic Valley Region, unsuspecting fishermen, hunters, hikers, horse riders, and dog walkers can soon become a host to the little critters. Wood ticks are generally brown or speckled brown, very flat, and have an extremely hard… moreBuild a bug vacuum
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JEROME - Bugs are fun to watch, but not everyone likes to pick them up. One-way to avoid picking them up is to build a bug vacuum. Interested young minds can then examine the bugs without touching them. What you'll need: - Clear jar with a tight lid - Two or three feet of flexible plastic tubing, about 1/4-inch… moreRainbow Trout Stocking Report
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Personnel from Fish and Game's Nampa Hatchery will be releasing more than 48,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at the following locations during May. Location - Number of Trout Boise River (Boise) - 4,000 Boise River (Eagle to Middleton) - 2,000 Bull Trout Lake (near Stanley) - 1,000 Caldwell Pond #1 - 1,000… moreJune & July Hunter Education Class Registration Begins May 17
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LEWISTON - The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) will conduct a registration for upcoming hunter education classes scheduled in the Lewiston area during June and July. The signup will start at 8:00 a.m. on May 17 at the IDFG office located at 1540 Warner Avenue in Lewiston. "Although we are trying to provide… moreElk Calves To Be Radio-collared
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LEWISTON - As part of a long-term investigation, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) plans to capture and radio-collar approximately 30 elk calves on each of two north central Idaho study areas during late May and early June. Calves less than four days old will be spotted from a helicopter, and then biologists… more