Press Releases and Articles
Moose in my yard (my neighborhood) What do I do?
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By Phil Cooper, Panhandle Region Conservation Educator When a moose shows up in your yard, give it space. Take photos through the window to capture the momentÉit may never happen again. Don't approach the moose, as your presence could agitate it. The moose will likely leave shortly after giving you a free tree… moreNew Year requires new Idaho hunting and fishing license
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Before heading out in the New Year, Idaho hunters and anglers are reminded to pick up a 2016 license. Nearly all of Idaho's hunting and fishing licenses, tags, and permits are sold on a calendar year basis, and they expire December 31. The only licenses or permit not sold on a calendar year basis are Idaho's… moreSpring steelhead season opens New Year's Day
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For some anglers, the best thing about New Year's is the start of the spring steelhead season, which opens January 1. Anglers are reminded that they will need a 2016 fishing license and steelhead permit. Spring steelhead season will open on the: - Salmon River from its mouth to the posted boundary 100 yards… moreAsk Fish and Game: Hunter reports
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Q. I forgot to turn in my hunter report, is it too late? A. No, it's not too late. Reporting is required either 10 days after a deer, elk or pronghorn is harvested, or ten days following the end of the season for which a tag is valid. Hunters are required to file a report for each tag they purchased, whether they hunt… moreLast minute Christmas gifts for hunters and anglers
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Hunters and anglers are undoubtedly the easiest people to buy Christmas gifts for. There are items that would be appreciated that cost only a few dollarsÉall the way up to items that cost hundreds or more. There is absolutely no end to the products that are available in the retail stores for someone on your list who… moreWatch for wildlife on wintery roads
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Recent winter storms and colder temperatures have contributed to the movement of deer and elk to lower elevations throughout southeast Idaho. More animals are moving through urban/wildland interfaces, where they can be problematic for motorists in neighborhoods and on county roads. And, these animals are also crossing… moreFish and Game seeks comments on proposed boat ramp for South Fork of Teton River
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Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking written public comment regarding the proposed construction of a new boat launch on the South Fork of the Teton River. The proposed boat ramp would create an access point on the Teton River below Rexburg, and allow boat traffic downstream to the confluence with the Henrys… moreIce anglers find mixed results at Henrys Lake
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There is one winter activity that's off and running at Henrys Lake - ice fishing. A November cold snap helped ice form on this famous fishery, and anglers have responded by boring holes in the ice in hopes of catching a lunker. Many anglers have recently reported catching and releasing a dozen or more fish each day… moreFishing season and rule books available soon
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Idaho's fishing seasons and rules books for 2016-2018 have been sent to the printer and are expected to be available at license vendors this week. Meanwhile the rules are available online at http://fishandgame.idaho.gov. The new fishing rules will be in effect for three years, beginning January 1, 2016 through… moreCommission to meet in Boise in January
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet by conference call Thursday, January 21 to set the 2016 and 2017 upland game, turkey and furbearer seasons. The call will begin at 9 a.m. at Fish and Game Headquarters, 600 S. Walnut in Boise. There will be no public testimony taken during the call, but the public is… moreHunters reminded to report on deer, elk, and pronghorn tags
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With most of the major big game hunting seasons over for the year, Idaho Fish and Game reminds hunters who purchased a 2015 deer, elk, or pronghorn tag to report the results of their big game hunts as soon as possible. Reporting is required either 10 days after a deer, elk or pronghorn is harvested, or ten days… moreHoliday video available on Fish and Game's website
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Idaho Fish and Game wishes you a holiday season of peace, joy and the gift of fish. A new 2-minute video, Oh, What Fun it is to Fish is available on Fish and Game's website at https://fishandgame.idaho.gov. Set to holiday music, the video shows photographs that Idaho anglers have uploaded to Fish and Game's… moreAsk Fish and Game: Wolf hunting tags vs trapping tags
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Q. I bought a 2015 wolf hunting tag, but I haven't had a chance to use it yet. Are wolf hunting tags like the wolf trapping tags, which are valid for the entire season that lasts into 2016? A. No. Wolf hunting tags for 2015 are valid only for a single calendar year and expire on December 31, 2015. To hunt wolves in… moreEgin-Hamer closure goes into effect January 1
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What started out as an idea by local county commissioners to reopen a popular farm to market road eighteen years ago continues to be a success not just for humans, but also for wintering wildlife. The absence of human disturbance created by the closure allows herds of deer, elk, and moose to spend more time down on the… moreOpportunities ahead to have big game trophies measured in northern Idaho
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The major big game hunting seasons in northern Idaho are over with the exception of some late archery deer hunts. Harvest figures will not be available until February after the mandatory hunter reports are compiled. Hunters are asked to complete reports as soon as possible so that the season summaries can be completed… moreWinter fishing for the holidays and beyond
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By Roger Phillips, Idaho Fish and Game public information specialist Just in time for Christmas - no, it's not a present, or even a stocking stuffer, but it may be better than Aunt Jennie's fruitcake. These are places to go fishing during the holidays. Idaho Fish and Game's regional fish managers have provided… moreFish and Game seeks input on upland, turkey, furbearer and falconry seasons
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking public comments on proposed changes to the 2016 and 2017 upland game, turkey, furbearer, and falconry seasons. Some ideas that will be considered include: Extending the fall general turkey season to December 31 in Units 1, 2 (except Farragut State Park and Farragut… moreHunting, fishing seasons continue through holidays
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There's still time to bag that Christmas game bird, goose, or maybe a nice solstice-season steelhead. For hunters and anglers itching to get out in the field or to wet a line during the holiday season, several opportunities are available. Pheasant seasons in Areas 1 and 3 are open through December 31. Forest grouse… more