Press Releases and Articles
Fish and Game Seeks Information in Case of Wasted Snow Geese
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Nine snow geese were shot and wasted and Fish and Game Conservation Officers need your help. According to Senior Conservation Officer Lauren Lane, "The snow geese appear to have been shot within the last several days, and were left to waste in Fremont County near Teton and Newdale." The last snow goose seasons… moreMule Deer Poaching in Bingham County
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On the morning of Tuesday, March 10, 2015, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game was contacted by a concerned sportsmen about a possible deer poaching near Wolverine Road in Bingham County. Fish and Game investigated the scene located a short distance from Wolverine Road and just west of the Bingham County Rattlesnake… moreProject WILD Classes for Educators Coming Up
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-By Jeffifer Jackson/Southeast Regional Conservation Educator How would you like to be a "WILD teacher"? A "WILD teacher" is one who has participated in a Project WILD workshop presented by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. Participants learn about wildlife and discover fun and exciting ways to teach wildlife… morePheasants Forever Banquet Coming Up
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Chapter #145 of Pheasants Forever is holding its annual banquet, April 4, at the Shoshone-Bannock Hotel and Events Center in Fort Hall (Exit 80 off I-15). Doors open at 5:30 pm. Ticket and banquet information: Jason Beck, (208) 251-7438 or John Lambregts, (208) 552-9675. Bring the whole family for a fun night of… moreCommission Approves Big Game Seasons and Rules for 2 Years
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After an intensive public outreach, Fish and Game wildlife managers have presented the Fish and Game Commission with proposed hunting rules and regulations for the 2015 and 2016 big game hunting seasons. Commissioners unanimously approved the proposals during a scheduled meeting in Boise on March 24, including converting… moreVandals Strike Again on Craig Mountain Wildlife Management Area
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Vandalism and destruction of informational signs and other customer service oriented amenities such as portable toilets is an ongoing issue that the Idaho Fish and Game needs your help in preventing. "These structures are designed, purchased, installed, and maintained for the benefit of recreating public and are paid for… moreSouthwest Region Rainbow Trout Stocking Schedule
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Personnel from Fish and Game's Nampa Hatchery will be releasing more than 32,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at the following locations during April.LOCATION WEEK STOCKED NUMBER OF TROUT Boise River - above Glenwood Bridge April 6, 13 1,080/1,080 Boise River - below Glenwood Bridge April 6, 13 720/720… moreTurkey Hunting Seasons Open Soon
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-By Phil Cooper/Panhandle Regional Conservation Educator Turkey hunting is a sport rich in tradition that began long before Europeans arrived in North America. Native Americans hunted the wild turkey for food for more than 4,000 years. When European immigrants arrived, they hunted this abundant bird for both food… moreSalmon Migration Begins - Commission to set Spring Seasons
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As the first spring Chinook salmon move into the Columbia Basin, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission is preparing to set seasons and limits for Idaho anglers. Fisheries managers are expecting spring Chinook returns to be average or slightly above average, depending on the river. Meanwhile, early season projections… moreCommission to Consider Expanded Big Game Hunting Opportunity
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In a scheduled meeting in Boise on Tuesday March 24, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission will consider proposals for the 2015 big game hunting season. The proposals will include expanded opportunity for big game hunting in many units throughout the state. Much of the additional opportunity will be available to deer… moreStill Time to Comment on Fishing Rules
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Fish and Game managers are busy revamping fishing rules for 2016 through 2018, and they are seeking comments from all interested parties. The current seasons and rules booklet is valid through the remainder of 2015, and the new season and rules booklet will apply to the following three years. Fisheries managers are… morePreparing for Spring Turkey Hunt
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As wild turkey season approaches, Fish and Game is encouraging hunters to prepare for the season; not only their equipment, but their thought processes as well. Turkey hunters should know their terrain in advance. Topographical maps are a great resource. Hunters are urged to study topographical maps of their hunting… moreSix Idaho Fishing Spots Featured in National Sweepstakes
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The Recreational Boating… moreAsk Fish & Game: Senior Sportsman's Package
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Q: Why doesn't Fish and Game offer a Sportsman's Package for Senior Citizens at a discount? A: Idaho Code defines the types of licenses offered by Idaho Fish and Game. The current code lists one sportsman's package license type for all residents. We appreciate the suggestion and will consider it when looking at our… moreLarge Buck Mule Deer Poached Near Lake Lowell
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Fish and Game Officers in the Southwest Region are seeking information regarding the poaching of a mature buck mule deer near the Deer Flat National Refuge in Caldwell, Idaho. All of the meat was left to waste after the poachers took only the head and antlers. Investigating officers from Idaho Fish and Game and the… moreFishing Trailer Scheduled for Local Pond Tour
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Stocked with equipment and information, Fish and Game's fishing trailer will soon be making more than 30 appearances at local ponds across the region, promoting fishing as part of a healthy outdoor lifestyle. To learn more about the trailer program, contact the Fish and Game Nampa office at 465-8465. More information… moreTrapper Education Course Scheduled in Coeur d'Alene
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By Phil Cooper/Panhandle Regional Conservation Educator Idaho Fish and Game is now offering voluntary trapper education courses to help educate both new and experienced trappers. The goal is to promote safe and ethical trapping, to minimize incidents of non-target catches, and to minimize impacts of trapping activity… moreAsk Fish and Game: Antler Hunting
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Q. I want to collect shed antlers, what sort of license do I need and what sort of restrictions are there? A. Antler hunters do not need a license, but they need to be aware of travel and access restrictions on the land and follow all wildlife possession laws. Antler hunters, like all outdoor recreationists, must… more