Press Releases and Articles
Elk Poached Near Thorn Creek Reservoir
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Idaho Department of Fish and Game officers are investigating a spike elk that was shot and left near Thorn Creek Reservoir. No attempt was made to salvage meat or antlers. This incident occurred on or before September 15, in Unit 52. People with information leading to a conviction on these or other crimes are… moreThree East Idaho Men Charged with Felony Wildlife Violations
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On August 28, 2014, the Bingham County Prosecuting Attorney's Office filed thirteen separate Idaho Department of Fish and Game felony charges against three east Idaho men. Robert D. Huntsman, 54, of Shelley, Idaho, was charged with the unlawful possession of two trophy bull elk, a third bull elk, and one pronghorn… moreRose Lake Launch Work Begins
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) Rose Lake boat launch and picnic area was temporarily closed to public access on September 18. The closure is needed for public safety during site improvement work, and the facility will be re-opened in mid-November. The project was initially planned for last spring,… moreAll Hunters and Anglers Required to Stop at Check Stations
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As hard as it is to believe, summer is already coming to a close. Even harder to believe is that several Idaho hunting seasons have already opened. Throughout the deer and elk seasons, Idaho Fish and Game (IDFG) will be running check stations to collect data on hunter and angler success. Idaho Code requires that "… more75th Celebration: Wildlife Under the Microscope
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Imagine, thousands of dead waterfowl on American Falls Reservoir. Bighorn sheep falling sick in Hells Canyon. Dead deer scattered across fields in North Idaho. Toads and salamanders dying in several ponds. Ailing fish struggling in a hatchery raceway. Why is this happening? What is going on? These images provide a… moreHunters Take Advantage of Second Tag Discount
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Many hunters eagerly looking forward to their autumn adventures in Idaho are choosing to double their opportunity this year. Second tags for deer and elk are selling steadily after the Fish and Game Commission reduced prices for 2014. While some may be choosing to wait to see if they are successful with their first… more
Upland Game Bird Info Available on Web
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Hunters preparing for the upcoming bird season are excited as seasons for many upland game bird species open Saturday September 20. Upland game bird hunters will find varying conditions across Idaho in the fall of 2014, but generally speaking, upland bird populations are holding steady. In some regions, like the… moreHow to Legally Recover Roadkill
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As temperatures cool, people driving the highways of Idaho are encountering more collisions with wild game. So if you see an animal that has been killed by a car, can you take it home? The answer is yes, but there are some guidelines to follow: - Before you claim any roadkill salvage, consider the safety of yourself… moreAsk Fish & Game: Wild Turkey Permits
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Q: If I did not fill my wild turkey permit in the spring, can I use it this fall? A: Yes. A general wild turkey tag is valid for spring and fall seasons. It can also be used during spring or fall controlled hunts with the purchase of a controlled hunt permit. If the general tag is not used to harvest a turkey in the… moreOpportunity for Youth to Learn About Waterfowl Hunting
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The Idaho Department of Fish… moreWolf Trapping Class Scheduled in Pocatello
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is holding a wolf trapping certification class in Pocatello on Saturday, September 27. The class will run from 9:00 am until 4:30 pm (with a break for lunch) at the Southeast Regional Fish and Game office located at 1345 Barton Road. A person must attend a wolf trapper education… moreSpotlighters Beware! You Might Be Shooting an ASA
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Fish and Game is taking aggressive action to catch and prosecute people who spotlight game animals. In areas where conservation officers suspect spotlighting or other suspicious activity near roads, they are using "artificial simulated animals" to bust unlawful hunters. Artificial simulated animals, commonly called ASAs… moreRestoration of Clark Fork Delta To Begin
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A large restoration effort in the Clark Fork River delta is set to start this month and continue into March, 2015. The project is being coordinated by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game with input from local entities and individuals. Work will begin in the Clark Fork drift yard the week of September 8, 2014.… more75th Celebration: 1957 - Keeping Fish in the River
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When settlers first diverted water from streams and rivers into their fields, they likely diverted more than water. Fish following the flow of water, especially downstream migrating salmon smolts, were often carried out of a stream, into irrigation canals and onto farmers' fields. As early as 1905, fish screens were… moreFall Turkey Season Opens Soon
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Hunters looking to bag a wild Idaho turkey can start hunting on Monday, September 15. The general fall turkey season will open in the Panhandle and Clearwater regions. Fall controlled hunts open in a few places in the state. September 15, 2014 through December 15. General Fall Hunt in Game Management Units 1, 2 (… moreCitizens Against Poaching Offers Cash Rewards
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People hunting in Idaho's back country can be the best defense against poachers who steal precious game from all Idahoans, and those who help could pocket some extra cash. Anyone who sees or suspects illegal activity is asked to contact CAP. If you want to help, the first thing to do is get as much information as… moreIDFG Plans Youth Waterfowl Hunting Opportunity
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) has scheduled three mentored waterfowl hunting opportunities for youth aged 10-15. In addition, the Silver Valley Chapter of Ducks Unlimited will be hosting a similar event on the same day. The hunts are planned for September 27, the opening day of the annual youth-only… moreSeen a Wolf or Grizzly Bear Lately? IDFG Wants to Know!
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Each year tens of thousands of hunters scour the woods of Idaho in search of game, and the Idaho Department of Fish… more