Comment on Fishing Rules: Clearwater

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game will host open houses in Lewiston, Grangeville, and Orofino to discuss and gather public comments on proposed changes to the 2008-2009 Idaho fishing regulations. The public is encouraged to review and comment on the proposals at these open houses, as well as discuss other fishery issues with fisheries staff. Each open house will run from 7 to 9 p.m. at these locations: Lewiston: Tuesday, September 18, Fish and Game office, 3316 16th Street. Orofino: Wednesday, September 19, Ponderosa Restaurant, 220 Michigan Ave. Grangeville: Thursday, September 20, OscarÕs Restaurant, 101 East Main St. Statewide proposals include changes in the legal sizes of crayfish traps, seines, and cast nets; changes in sturgeon fishing equipment requirements, and new restrictions on the use of live bait. The proposed rules include a change in the general bass limit north of the Salmon River to six bass any size and creates a year-round season. Summaries of statewide and regional proposed changes and questionnaire for those unable to attend an open house are available on-line at Fish and Game's website, http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/cms/public/. Or call 208-799-5010 or visit the Clearwater Regional Office. Individuals with disabilities may request meeting accommodations by contacting Fish and Game directly at 208-799-5010 or through the Idaho Relay Service at 1-800-377-2529 (TDD).