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Q. Why do trophy hunt tags cost more than is listed in the rule book? A. The 2005?2006 rule book was 1 before the 2005 season, and fees went up in July 2005. Moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat tags cost $174.50 for Idaho residents. The non-resident cost is $1,759.50. The price includes a $7.75 controlled hunt… moreIDFG Seeks Public Comments for Big Game, Upland Game, Furbearer Seasons
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LEWISTON - Proposed changes to the 2006 big game seasons, and the 2006-07 Upland Game, Furbearer and Trapping seasons will be the focus of a series of public meetings hosted in February by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG). Interested individuals can discuss the proposals and provide written comment at… moreProviding Homes With Character
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by Tim Shelton, Wildlife Biologist, IDFG, Southwest Region Outdoor enthusiasts who have spent any time on the Snake and Payette Rivers have probably spotted a number of wood duck boxes and goose nesting platforms. These cozy homes for our local waterfowl seem to be everywhere. Actually, about 1,000 nesting structures… moreFish and Game Continues Big Game Aerial Surveys
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LEWISTON - As the harsh winter weather continues, so do aerial surveys of the state's big game populations. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) began surveying big game herds in December, but because flying is limited to calm, clear weather, this winter's aerial surveys have been delayed. IDFG plans to… moreCraig Mountain Open to Snowmobilers
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LEWISTON - With the recent snow prompting big game to lower elevations, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) reminds winter recreationists that the access gates on the Craig Mountain Wildlife Management Area will be open beginning February 4, 2006. The access gates remained closed past the opening date of… moreDevelopment vs. Wildlife: Winners or losers?
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by Al Van Vooren, Regional Supervisor, IDFG - Southwest Region Not long ago, one opinion piece which declared wildlife would be losers appeared on the same page with another that declared wildlife would benefit from a particular proposed development in the Boise foothills. Both can't have been telling the truth could… moreCraig Mountain Open to Snowmobilers
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LEWISTON - With the recent snow prompting big game to lower elevations, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) reminds winter recreationists that the access gates on the Craig Mountain Wildlife Management Area will be open beginning February 4, 2006. The access gates remained closed past the opening date of… moreFish and Game Continues Big Game Aerial Surveys
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LEWISTON - As the harsh winter weather continues, so does aerial surveys of the state's big game populations. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) began surveying big game herds in December, but because flying is limited to calm, clear weather, this winter's aerial surveys have been delayed. IDFG plans to… moreWolf Control Proposal Released
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has released a proposal to reduce the wolf population by up to 43 wolves or about 75 percent in the Lolo elk management zone of the Clearwater Region. Fish and Game biologists say wolf predation is a significant contributor to the decline of elk numbers in the Lolo zone and may be… moreFish and Game News Available
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The Idaho Fish and Game News tabloid publication is available at license vendors and department offices statewide. The current 12-page publication offers a variety of articles on Idaho Fish and Game activities including the Mule Deer Initiative, wolf management, bighorn sheep hunting, and volunteer work. The Fish and… moreTime to Apply For Turkey, Bear Tags
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Sportsmen have until the middle of next month to apply for this spring's controlled turkey and bear hunts. The application period ends February 15. Cost of the application is $6.25, and sportsmen wishing to apply must have a 2006 hunting license. This year, turkey hunters will have a better chance of drawing one of… moreState Health Officials Warn of Mercury in American Falls Reservoir Fish
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The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has issued a consumption advisory for fish caught in the American Falls Reservoir because of the mercury levels found in recent samples. The department warns pregnant women and young children about eating too much of certain types of fish from the reservoir. The fish… moreSuper Hunt Applications on Sale Now
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It's not too early to apply for a chance at the hunt of a lifetime in this year's Super Hunt drawings. Applications for the first Super Hunt and Super Hunt Combo drawing must be received at the Fish and Game headquarters by May 31 with the drawing set for June 15. Applications will be drawn for eight elk, eight deer,… moreCrime Scene Investigation at MK Nature Center
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The Morrison Knudson Nature Center plans a wildlife crime scene investigation program from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, February 11. CSI: Wildlife is open to fifth through eighth graders. Join the staff at the MK Nature Center for an opportunity to conduct a wildlife crime scene investigation. Put on your Idaho… moreAsk Fish & Game
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Q. I forgot to turn in my harvest report, is it too late? A. No, it's not too late. But hunters who don't submit their report won't be able to buy a license for this year until they do. The information is important. Fish and Game staff relies on hunter reports to help make hunting seasons recommendations in time for… moreTime to sign-up for Access Yes!
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JEROME - Landowners interested in participating in the Access Yes! program are urged to signup soon. Last year in the Magic Valley Region the Idaho Fish and Game enrolled 131,960 acres in the program. This year they want to increase that number to 150,000 acres. "It is a great program and it has been very successful… moreTime to apply for turkey, bear tags
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JEROME - Sportsmen have until the middle of next month to apply for this spring's controlled turkey and bear hunts. The application period began January 15 and ends February 15. Cost of the application is $6.25 and sportsmen wishing to apply need to have a 2006 hunting license. For turkey hunters in the Magic… moreProject WILD Workshop offered in Jerome
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JEROME - A Project WILD workshop is scheduled for February 24, 25 at Idaho Department of Fish and Game Regional office in Jerome. The class will go from 4-9 p.m. on the Feb. 24 and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Feb. 25. Project WILD is a wildlife-oriented, multi-disciplinary set of activities developed for educators,… more