Successful Or Not - All Must Stop At Checkstations

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game reminds all hunters and anglers, successful or not, that they must stop at all check stations. "Whether they're successful or not, they are required to stop," said Mark Hill, District Conservation Officer of Lewiston. "It takes just a few minutes and information collected is critical in future management of wildlife." Besides the collection of critical information, check stations provide an opportunity for exchange between the public and the Department. This may include information on illegal activities, observations on habitat conditions, or suggestions for changes in management. The public is also encouraged to ask why certain regulations or management have been implemented. Hunters are reminded that IDFG operates two types of check stations. Biologists interview hunters and anglers at management check stations to determine harvest rates and hunter distribution. Biological information is also collected to evaluate the age and physical condition of harvested animals. Impromptu enforcement check stations are usually conducted on less traveled roads and may be set up at any time of day or night. Conservation officers interview hunters and anglers to check for law compliance.