Controlled Hunt Harvest Results Available Online

Controlled hunt harvest estimates for deer, elk and antelope are now available on the Fish and Game Website. The address is: http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/apps/ch/harv.cfm. The application period for this fall's deer, elk, pronghorn and black bear controlled hunts runs through June 5. Applications may be made by phone at 1-800-554-8685 or 1-800-824-3729, at Fish and Game offices, license vendors or on the Internet at: http://fishandgame.idaho.gov. See the 2008 seasons and rules brochure for details. Hunters are encouraged to apply early to help avoid last-minute congestion on license vendor computer terminals. They might also win some cash. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game's annual early application contest for 2008 for those controlled hunts will be handing out cash to two lucky winners. It's too late for the first deadline, but hunters who get their applications in by May 20 will be eligible to win $450 in the May 23 drawing. Others not applying for a controlled hunt may submit their name, age, address, and telephone number on a 3- by 5-inch piece of plain paper to: IDFG Early Application Contest, P.O. Box 25, Boise, ID 83707. The drawing is funded by Outdoor Central and sponsored by the Idaho Fish and Wildlife Foundation.