Fish & Game Biologists to Count, Capture Elk

Wildlife biologists from the Idaho Department of Fish and Game will soon take to the skies in an effort to assess the size and health of elk herds in the Garden Valley and Lowman area. During January and early February, Fish and Game field staff plans to conduct low-level helicopter surveys for elk in portions of the Sawtooth zone (units 33 and 35). Plans also call for capturing and placing radio collars on some elk during the effort. "Using a helicopter allows us to accurately census a wide area in a short time and capture study animals quickly and efficiently," Fish and Game wildlife research biologist Craig White said. For more information regarding big game survey and capture efforts in the area contact the Fish and Game Nampa office at 465-8465.