IDFG Seeking Public Comment for 2002 Big Game Seasons

LEWISTON - - Proposed changes in antlerless white-tailed deer seasons and low bull elk numbers in the Dworshak and Elk City zones are just two issues slated for discussion during a series of Idaho Fish and Game open house meetings scheduled for the last week in January. Interested individuals can discuss the proposals and provide written comment at any of four open house meetings scheduled from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the following locations. Orofino Monday, Jan 28 VFW Hall, 330 Michigan Ave. Grangeville Tuesday, Jan 29 Senior Center, Hwy. 3 County Road Lewiston Wednesday, Jan 30 Community Center, 1424 Main Street Moscow Thursday, Jan 31F airground Exhibit Bld., 1021 Harold Proposed elk management changes include modifications of A-tag, antlerless elk opportunities in the Palouse Zone and possibly capping B-tags for bull elk in the Dworshak and Elk City Zones. Proposed deer management changes include providing additional antlerless white-tailed deer opportunities in big game management units 8 and 8A in response to depredation concerns. "We want all hunters to review the proposals and tell us what they think," IDFG wildlife manager Jay Crenshaw said. "Their input is important in shaping the final season recommendations presented to the Fish and Game Commission." The open house format allows participants to come and go during a three-hour period and visit with IDFG personnel about wildlife issues. Written comments collected will be presented to the Fish and Game Commission at their March meeting, where final action will be taken. Individuals with disabilities may request meeting accommodations by contacting Mike Demick at IDFG at 799-5010, prior to January 28, 2002.