Press Releases and Articles
75th Celebration: Counting Game from the Sky
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As snow blankets the backcountry, wildlife biologists take to the sky for the annual big game count. The tradition that began 65 years ago in 1948 continues to this day. Idaho Fish and Game became one of the first wildlife management agencies in the country to use aircraft to count big game animals when it used a… moreF&G Commission to Meet in Boise This Week
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet Wednesday and Thursday, January 15 and 16 in Boise. The annual meeting starts with a public hearing at 7 p.m., Wednesday, January 15 at the Washington Group Plaza at 720 East Park Blvd. Members of the public who want to address the commission on any topic having to do… moreInformation Sought on Wasted Elk Near Nez Perce
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking information on the illegal taking of two cow elk and a calf elk on Friday, December 27. The incident likely took place at approximately 3 p.m. on the road that runs north of Albers Rd. (Nez Perce/Clearwater County line) just east of the Gilbert Grade Rd. (Hwy 7).… moreApply Soon for Spring Controlled Hunts
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The application period for spring black bear controlled hunts opens January 15 and continues through February 15. This year, the spring turkey controlled hunt application period opens February 1 and runs through March 1. Spring turkey and spring black bear seasons start April 15, with some controlled hunts opening… moreSuper Hunt Entries on Sale Now
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It's not too early to enter the first Super Hunt drawing; the deadline is May 31. With every entry in Fish and Game's Super Hunt drawings, hunters get a chance at winning the hunt of a lifetime, and their entry fee helps support hunter and angler access to and across private lands. The first drawing in June will… moreAsk Fish and Game: Rules Brochures
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Q. When will the seasons and rules brochures be available this year? A. The 2014 seasons and rules brochure for upland game, furbearers and turkey is scheduled to be shipped from the printer the week of February 17. Next is the big game brochure, with deer, elk, pronghorn, mountain lion, wolf and black bear seasons… more
Forest Carnivore Bait Stations Go Out Across the Panhandle
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Running 280 bait stations in one winter requires excellent coordination between partners and field crews. This past week we had crews working both in and around the Snow Peak Wildlife Management Area (the far southeast portion of the study area) and in Purcell Mountains along the Canadian border.
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Trapping of Non-Target Species Has Mixed Outcomes
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Fur trapping was one of the major reasons for exploration of Idaho and is still a legitimate wildlife management tool. Advances in trap design have resulted in more efficient traps capable of either catching and holding animals for later release or delivering a quick humane death. Despite all of the caution used to… moreInformation Wanted on Wasted Elk Near Nez Perce
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On Friday, December 27 at approximately 3:00 p.m. a person or persons shot and killed two cow elk and a calf elk. The incident took place on the road that runs north of Albers Rd. (Nez Perce/Clearwater county line) just east of the Gilbert Grade Rd. (Hwy 7). The shooter or shooters made no attempt to recover the… moreCommission Public Hearing Moved to Washington Group Plaza
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The location of the January 15, Idaho Fish and Game Commission's public hearing has been changed to the Washington Group Plaza at 720 East Park Blvd., in Boise. The public hearing will begin at 7 p.m. in the building's main auditorium. Members of the public who want to address the commission on any topic having… moreSpring Steelhead Season Open
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For some anglers, the best thing about New Year's is the start of the spring steelhead season, which opened January 1. Anglers are reminded that they will need a 2014 fishing license and steelhead permit. Spring steelhead season is open on the: Salmon River from its mouth to the posted boundary 100 yards… moreTax Check-off Supports Wildlife
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Folks getting ready to file their tax returns might consider supporting Idaho's wildlife. Taxpayers may check the box on their Idaho tax forms to donate any amount of their refund to the Nongame Wildlife Conservation Fund administered by Idaho Fish and Game. This fund is used to pay for important work on species that… moreWhy Manage Wildlife in Wilderness
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By Virgil Moore, Director, Idaho Fish and Game Recent media coverage about Idaho Fish and Game sending an employee to try to remove two of the wolf packs in the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness has raised questions and concerns. Many Idahoans have strong feelings about wolves - and wilderness. I've heard… moreF&G Seeks Comments on Proposed Rule Changes
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Idaho Fish and Game wants to hear from the public about proposed rule changes. Fish and Game is launching a negotiated rulemaking process for proposed changes and clarifications to the Landowner Appreciation Program and to create a new Private Lands Tag program. Fish and Game also proposes changes to bear baiting… more75th Celebration - Tracking Technology
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In the 1960's the world of wildlife management gained a tool that transformed wildlife research and management - radio telemetry. It allowed biologists to track animals from the ground or air, without having to see the animal or the animal know it was being observed. In Idaho, the first radio collars were used in… moreAsk Fish and Game: Hunter Reports
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Q. I forgot to turn in my harvest report, is it too late? A. No, it's not too late. The information is important. Fish and Game staff relies on hunter reports to help make hunting season recommendations in time for the Fish and Game Commission's March meeting, at which big game seasons and limits are set. All deer,… moreUpland Game, Furbearer Open House Set in Southwest Region
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Modifying the Unit 38 spring controlled wild turkey hunt and reducing the bobcat season statewide are just two proposals available for public comment at an upcoming upland game, furbearer season open house, hosted by Idaho Fish and Game. Fish and Game staff members will host an open house from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday,… moreAsk Fish and Game: Ice Fishing Rules
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Q. Are there special rules for ice fishing? A. Yes. Ice fishing rules are slightly different than general fishing for public safety and general crowding. Fishing is allowed only through a hole up to 10 inches in diameter. This reduces the risk of someone falling through holes. The only exception is on Bear Lake in… more