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Idaho Fish and Game

Press Releases and Articles

Correction

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A Fish and Game Headquarters news release dated 12-31-99 contained a story on the history of chukar partridge in Idaho. It included mention of the 1999 season remaining open until January 15, 2000. It INCORRECTLY stated that a 1999 hunting license and upland bird permit were valid in that portion of the hunt. To… more

Trophy Mule Deer Poachers Enter Guilty Pleas

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On December 22, Judge Lynn Brower of Bear Lake County Magistrate Court in the southeastern Idaho town of Montpelier sentenced two men for poaching a trophy mule deer in Bear Lake County. Fines and penalties totaled $1271 each. Joshua C. Christensen 21, of Montpelier, and Cody A. Christiansen 22, of Soda Springs, entered… more

Ask Fish and Game

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Q. I am getting ready for spring turkey hunting and would like to use my bow. Is this a legal weapon for turkey hunting? Do I need any additional permits to use it? A. Yes, the use of archery equipment is legal in the taking of wild turkey, however, archers should note that crossbows are not allowed. No additional… more

Ice Fishing Underway in Clearwater Region

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The Clearwater region offers a lot of opportunity for ice fishing on the area's lowland lakes and reservoirs that have recently iced over in the new year. The Idaho Department of Fish… more

Pend Oreille Fisheries Meetings Set

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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) has scheduled public information meetings for discussion on the future of Lake Pend Oreille fisheries. Meetings are set for Tuesday, January 11 at the Sandpoint Community Hall (204 S. First St.), and Wednesday, January 12 at the Fish and Game Regional office (2750 Kathleen Ave… more

Summer Host(s) Sought for Horsethief Reservoir

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Wanted: a person or persons to spend the entire summer in a beautifully scenic location. Occupy shaded campsite on lakeshore. Meet and greet new people each day. Trout fishing available just a few feet from front door. Sounds like tough duty doesn't it? Yet this volunteer position is available for the 1998 summer… more