Press Releases and Articles
Project Wild Workshop Offered
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has scheduled another "Project Wild" workshop for teachers and youth leaders. The workshop is scheduled for March 7-8 at Woodland Middle School in Coeur d'Alene. The workshop includes a Friday evening (4-9 p.m.) and Saturday (8a.m.-6p.m.). Space is limited, pre-registration and a $5… moreLeopards of the Kootenai Barely Hanging On
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ÔLeopards' of the Kootenai Barely Hanging On The world's only species of freshwater cod, the burbot (a.k.a. ling), is barely hanging on in the Kootenai River of Idaho and British Columbia. Burbot in the Kootenai River were affectionately nicknamed the Leopards of the Kootenai because of their striking color pattern… moreLocal Poachers Busted By Deer Decoy
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KAMIAH - In response to numerous complaints from landowners concerning trespass and road hunting in the Kamiah area, conservation officers for the Idaho Department of Fish and Game used artificial simulated animals, known as ASAs, to apprehend two wildlife law violators. During the 2002 deer hunting season, Mathew… moreLong Gulch Pond Enhanced To Benefit Anglers
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RIGGINS - In an effort to promote Idaho's fishing heritage, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game began enhancing the Long Gulch Pond near Riggins in December 2002. Initial improvements should be completed by mid-January 2003. Known as Box Canyon to many local residents, Long Gulch Pond is located between Riggins… moreIDFG Seeks Help Solving Elk Poaching
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ELK RIVER - The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking information concerning the shooting and wasting of a cow elk near Elk River. The elk is thought to have been killed December 3rd or 4th, 2002, and shot from the 1963 Road in the Long Meadows area. The poachers attempted to butcher the animal, but the vast… morePoachers: Look Over Your Shoulder
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The day after Thanksgiving Fish and Game received information about an elk that had been shot, gutted and hidden under a brush pile in the Camp Nine area north of Bonners Ferry. Officer John Scott went to the site late that afternoon. Soon after arriving and hiding his truck Scott noticed someone walking near the… moreHunting Available in New Year
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Though most hunting seasons ended with the New Year, hunters willing to brave the winter weather still have opportunities at a variety of game. Chukar and gray partridge seasons end January 15, with goose and duck seasons closing January 24. Crow season lasts through January 31, and falconers can hunt upland birds… moreBirdfeeding Tips
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Feeding wild birds is one of the most popular outdoor activities in the U.S. According to a recent U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service report, 71 million Americans are birdwatchers and more than 60 million have bird feeders in their back yard. Though feeding birds provides an enchanting opportunity to enjoy wildlife in… moreReward Tripled on Thanksgiving Poacher
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Citizens Against Poaching has tripled its reward for information on a Thanksgiving Day deer poaching in the Long Gulch area of Unit 39, making it worth $750 for someone to provide enough information to issue a citation. Conservation officer Bob Sellers has already cited "Terry," one of two suspects in the incident,… moreSwan Observations Sought
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If you have seen wild swans wearing unusual colors, Fish and Game would like to hear from you. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and Harriman State Park, in cooperation with several other organizations, are again looking for collared trumpeter swans. This work is part of a three-year… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. Am I going to have to pay because I'm late with my mandatory harvest report? A. Yes, but not this year. Fish and Game has delayed imposing a fee of $1.50 when hunters fail to file their reports on time and the license vendor must file the report by computer before a new license can be issued. The delay will give… moreInformation Sought On Poached Buck
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By Paul Alexander, Conservation Officer, Downey, ID We need your help to stop poaching in South Eastern Idaho. On December 30, 2002, a twenty-six inch, 5 x 5 trophy mule deer was poached in the Arbon Valley of Bannock County. This beautiful… moreTrophy Mule Deer Poachers Charged
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In a case that has generated a great deal of public interest, two Canyon County juveniles have now been charged with poaching a trophy mule deer. The poachers used a spotlight and a .22 rifle to kill the big buck as it grazed in a field south of Nampa. Fish and Game conservation officer Dave Saindon filed a total of… moreWinter Wildlife in Southeast Region
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Winter Wildlife Watching And Photographing 2003 This year's open winter offers wildlife lovers excellent opportunities to see and photograph concentrations of deer and elk along with rare birds like snowy owls, trumpeter swans, eagles and falcons. Shutterbugs with $7 disposable cameras and professionals with $7,000… moreReward Tripled on Thanksgiving Poacher
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Citizens Against Poaching has tripled its reward for information on a Thanksgiving Day deer poaching in the Long Gulch area of Unit 39, making it worth $750 for someone to provide enough information to issue a citation. Conservation officer Bob Sellers has already cited "Terry," one of two suspects in the incident, which… moreSteelhead Survey Started
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Fish and Game has begun its semi-annual survey of steelhead anglers. The random sample will include 6,146 holders of a steelhead permit in 2002, both residents and nonresidents. Starting December 30 the department mailed a letter to the anglers informing them of the survey, and enclosed a prepaid return mail envelope… moreApply Now for Spring Turkey, Bear Controlled Hunts
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Hunters can apply for spring turkey and bear controlled hunts from January 15 until February 15. Applicants will find current seasons and rules for the spring turkey controlled hunts in the 2003 proclamation brochure, due January 8 at Fish and Game in Boise. Distribution to other offices as well as license vendors… moreFee Story Incorrect
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A release dated December 23 informed hunters of a fee added for filling out harvest reports at a license vendor. That fee is not effective for this reporting season. It becomes effective December 31, 2003.