Bluebird Nest Boxes Available

Tue, 02/22/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-nnokkentved

To greet the early spring arrival of Idaho's State Bird, the Mountain Bluebird, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game is offering a limited number of bluebird nest boxes for $7 each. Each nest box comes with a bluebird information sheet and plans to build your own box. Funds collected from the nest box sale are used… more

Public Meetings Planned on 2011 Big Game Seasons

Fri, 02/18/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-lfrench

Idaho Fish and Game plans a series of public open house meetings to discuss proposed big game seasons and rules for the fall hunting seasons. Some meetings already have been set, others will be announced as they are set; most will be open house formats. The details are still being worked out, but as soon as they… more

New Road-kill Marking System to Benefit Project

Fri, 02/18/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-nnokkentved

Anyone traveling throughout southeast Idaho may start noticing some wildlife carcasses - those unfortunate victims of vehicle collisions - lying on the side of the road, marked with bright orange paint. This paint marking system is part of an overall effort by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and the Idaho… more

From the Field: Wintering Big Game

Fri, 02/18/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-nnokkentved

By Jim Lukens - Idaho Department of Fish and Game. Anyone who has driven Highway 93 North between Salmon and Gibbonsville recently may have noticed the number of deer and elk. This is the result of winter migration behavior to escape higher elevation snow accumulation and low temperatures. Generally speaking,… more

Vehicle, Equipment Auction Set

Fri, 02/18/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-nnokkentved

A public auction of vehicles and other equipment used by Idaho Fish and Game is set for February 26 at Dealers Auto Auction, 3323 Port Street in Nampa. The auction will start at 10:30 a.m. This year's sale includes pickups, ATVs, travel trailers, boats and more. To contact Dealers Auto Auction call 208-463-8250,… more

Ask Fish and Game: Stocking Fish

Fri, 02/18/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-nnokkentved

Q. When does Fish and Game start stocking fish, and how can I find out where they are being stocked? A. Fish and Game stocks some waters all year round. Other waters are stocked at various times during the year. For a current stocking report contact the regional Fish and Game office, or go online to: http://… more

Spring Goose Season Brings Concern About Swans in Southeast Idaho

Thu, 02/17/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-nnokkentved

Goose hunting in February? It's true. For a second year, Idaho hunters have an opportunity to hunt light geese this spring in two hunt areas encompassing parts of southwestern, southern and eastern Idaho. The season begins February 19, and ends March 10. The daily bag limit on light geese is 10, with a possession… more

Fish and Game Feeds Wildlife in Southeast Idaho

Thu, 02/17/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-lfrench

Since January 1, wildlife feed sites authorized by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game have been established in various locations in southeast Idaho. Though winter conditions in much of the region have not warranted an emergency situation for wildlife, Bear Lake County in particular has been having a winter of sub-… more

Light Goose Season Opens This Week

Mon, 02/14/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-mcoleman

Even while most hunting seasons are now closed, the spring "light goose" season is poised to open. Beginning February 19 and stretching across portions of southern Idaho, the season runs through March 10. In place for only two years, the season carries with it a fair bit of confusion. Only two goose species are… more

F&G Begins Aerial Surveys for Bighorn Sheep

Mon, 02/14/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-mcoleman

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game plans to conduct aerial surveys for bighorn sheep beginning February 14 along the Snake and Salmon rivers in Big Game Management Unit 11. The helicopter surveys are scheduled during the winter months to cover areas at the same time of the year so that information gathered is… more

From the Field: Owls of Winter

Mon, 02/14/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-mcoleman

By Jim Lukens - Idaho Department of Fish and Game The deep chill of winter seems an unlikely time for bird nesting, unless you happen to be an owl. Several of the 11 owl species that inhabit most parts of Idaho, begin courtship as early as January and February. Why so early? The hatching of owlets coincides with… more

Vehicle, Equipment Auction Set

Mon, 02/14/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-mcoleman

A public auction of vehicles and other equipment used by Idaho Fish and Game is set for February 26 at Dealers Auto Auction, 3323 Port Street in Nampa. This year's sale includes pickups, ATVs, travel trailers, boats and more. To contact Dealers Auto Auction call 208-463-8250, or visit the Internet at https://www… more

Peer Review and Comments on Lolo Wolf Control Available

Mon, 02/14/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-mcoleman

Peer reviews and public comments on Idaho Fish and Game's proposal to reduce the number of gray wolves in the Lolo Elk Management Zone in north-central Idaho are available on the Fish and Game Website. The proposal and comments are available at: http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/cms/wildlife/wolves/. The U.S. Fish and… more

Ask Fish and Game: Controlled Hunt Process

Mon, 02/14/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-mcoleman

Q. How does the controlled draw hunt system work? A. Glad you asked. Here is a simplified version of how the controlled hunt drawing system works: The procedure has been computerized since 1973 and was certified random by Boise State University professors in 1977. Every applicant has the same chance of drawing.… more

Clarification: Elk population estimates

Tue, 02/08/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-nnokkentved

The front page story in the February issue of Fish and Game News included elk population estimates that may be misleading. The estimated population in the mid-1990s of 125,000 elk is based on counts conducted in February 1997. The most recent estimate of 103,000 is based on elk counts conducted in March 2010. The… more

Apply Now for Spring Controlled Hunts

Mon, 02/07/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-nnokkentved

The application period for spring turkey and black bear controlled hunts ends Tuesday, February 15. Spring turkey and spring black bear seasons start April 15 - some controlled hunts open later. Leftover tags for spring turkey and bear controlled hunts go on sale April 1. Hunters may apply for controlled hunts at… more

Commission Conference Calls Cover Legislative Issues

Mon, 02/07/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-nnokkentved

The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet via telephone conference call at 8 a.m., each Thursday until the end of the 2011 Legislative session. Commissioners will discuss legislation of interest to Fish and Game. The calls are open public meetings and will be available at the Idaho Department of Fish and Game… more

Hunter, Bowhunter Education Instructors Needed

Mon, 02/07/2011 - 00:00 | idfg-nnokkentved

Idaho's hunter education program is looking for new instructors to help meet the growing demand for courses in all Lewiston area communities. Learn more about the program and how to become a hunter education or a bowhunter education instructor at one of several upcoming meetings hosted by the Idaho Department of Fish… more