Press Releases and Articles
Ask Fish and Game: Hunting Private Land
| idfg-mcoleman
Q. Do I need a hunting license and tag to hunt on a friend's private land? A. Yes. You must have an Idaho hunting license and tag for the species you want to hunt, and you must stay within the season rules that Fish and Game has set up for the unit. All wildlife belongs to the residents of Idaho, even when it is found… moreDutch Oven Breakfast Set for October 1
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The Clearwater Region of Idaho Fish and Game will provide a Dutch Oven breakfast at a sportsperson meeting on Tuesday, October 1, at 3316 16th St. Lewiston. The meeting begins at 6:30 a.m. and will include presentations on upland game bird route surveys, fall hunting forecast, North Fork elk research and other related… moreFish & Game Seeks Help Regarding Wasted Mule Deer Buck
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking the public's help in locating the individual responsible for shooting and wasting a young mule deer buck found September 24 in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest. Another hunter found the antlered deer lying next to the McCoy Creek Road near the York Creek drainage in… moreGrizzly Bear Shooting in Island Park Just the Beginning of the Story
| idfg-nnokkentved
On September 12, an adult female grizzly bear was shot by a resident of Island Park. Because the incident is under investigation by the enforcement branch of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, these are the only details able to be released at this time. Because the grizzly bear still is listed as a threatened… moreMentored Youth Pheasant Hunt at Market Lake
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Idaho Fish and Game is hosting a mentored pheasant hunt for youths on October 5 at the Market Lake Wildlife Management Area north of Roberts. This is an opportunity for first time youth hunters ages 10 to 15 who do not have someone to take them hunting. Fish and Game will provide a mentor for the event and all… moreAnnual Youth Pheasant Clinic in Southeast Region
| idfg-nnokkentved
Pheasant season is just around the corner, and with it comes the excitement of getting out in the field, shotgun in hand, and enjoying the experiences associated with upland game bird hunting. The first weekend in October marks the youth pheasant season opener statewide, and for many families, this event has become an… moreYouth Steelhead Clinic Set for October 24 and 26 in Lewiston
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Young anglers ages 8 to 14 are invited to participate in the annual Steelhead Clinic 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, October 24, and from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, October 26. Both events will be at the Idaho Fish and Game regional office on 16th Street in Lewiston. On Thursday, October 24, information will be presented on… moreYouth Pheasant Season Opens Saturday, October 5
| idfg-mdemick
A youth pheasant season opens statewide Saturday, October 5, and runs through October 11 for all licensed hunters 15 years old or younger. The week-long hunt opens a half hour before sunrise statewide and continues to one half hour after sunset. Youth hunters must be accompanied by a licensed hunter 18 years or… more2013-2014 Waterfowl Seasons Set
| idfg-mdemick
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission on Monday, August 19, set waterfowl seasons of 105 days and a two-day youth hunt, along with some changes in goose seasons and limits. The waterfowl season opens with a two-day youth hunt on September 28 and 29 for licensed youths aged 10 to 15. Duck and Canada goose seasons in… moreSage Grouse Hunters and Harvest Up Slightly
| idfg-mdemick
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game found hunter numbers and harvest of sage-grouse were up slightly over the opening weekend, compared to the past two years. From the six check stations held throughout southern Idaho targeting sage-grouse hunters, 620 hunters checked in 308 birds, compared to 563 hunters with 270… moreSaturday is National Hunting and Fishing Day
| idfg-mdemick
Hunters and anglers are among the country's best conservationists, and in their honor Saturday, September 28, is National Hunting and Fishing Day. With birdwatchers, hikers, mountain bikers, canoeists, backpackers, photographers and other recreationists, lots of Idahoans love wildlife and wild places. Today 34… moreFish and Game to Utilize Several Tools to Detect Wildlife Crimes
| idfg-mdemick
In areas where Idaho Fish and Game receives complaints of spotlighting or other suspicious activity near roads, conservation officers will use "artificial simulated animals," to apprehend unlawful hunters. Artificial simulated animals, commonly called ASAs, are life-like specimens of deer, elk and other game species… moreVehicle, Equipment Auction Set
| idfg-mdemick
A public auction of vehicles and other equipment used by Idaho Fish and Game is set for Wednesday, October 23, at Dealers Auto Auction, 3323 Port Street in Nampa. The auction will start at 1 p.m. This year's sale includes vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, motorcycles and more. To contact Dealers Auto Auction call 208-… moreAsk Fish and Game: Hunter Orange
| idfg-mdemick
Q. Are hunters required to wear hunter orange while hunting? A. Fish and Game recommends that all upland and big game hunters wear hunter orange whenever they are hunting. But hunter orange is required only when hunting the nine Fish and Game wildlife management areas where pheasants are stocked. The areas are Fort… more
Update the data source in an ArcMap project using python, arcpy.mapping
| idfg-aschmidt
Need to update a path in your ArcMap project to reflect the new location? Here's how...
There are several methods for updating data sources using arcpy.mapping, check out this help topic from ESRI. The example listed below is just one of several methods.
Attach the following python code to a script in… more
Remove Logo Background in a GIS Map: A Step-by-Step Guide
| idfg-ccoulter
Do you want to add a logo but the background sticks out like a sore thumb on your GIS map?
This may be the help you need.
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Sign up Now for October 5 Genesee Youth Pheasant Clinic
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Area hunters between the ages of 10 and 15 will have an opportunity to participate in the Youth Pheasant Hunting Clinic scheduled for October 5. The event will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Genesee Park and on private land outside Genesee. "This clinic is a great opportunity to introduce new hunters to the sport… moreMentored Youth Waterfowl Hunt at Market Lake
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On September 28, Idaho Fish and Game is hosting a mentored waterfowl hunt for youth at Mud Lake Wildlife Management Area. This is an opportunity for first time youth hunters between the ages of 10 and 15 who do not have someone to take them hunting. Fish and Game will provide a mentor, waders, guns and ammo. All… more