Time to get those hunting and fishing licenses for 2005

JEROME - With 2004 ending, anyone wanting to hunt or fish this January first need to remember to purchase their license before heading out. "It is pretty common for people to forget to buy their license before going out hunting or fishing in the new year," said Gary Hompland, Idaho Fish and Game Regional Conservation Officer for the Magic Valley Region. "Every year our officers contact sportsmen that had a valid license the previous year, but forgot to pick up a new one before heading out for a New Year's Day hunt." Hunters pursuing waterfowl need to keep their 2004 duck stamp and have it with them while hunting in January. The duck stamp, unlike the license is good for the remainder of the season. This year's season for ducks and geese runs until January 21, 2005 in the Magic Valley Region. Sportsmen wanting to pick up a new license can purchase them at any of the local venders. Sportsmen need to remember to bring a current drivers license as proof of residency. Anyone with a Idaho Fish and Game gift certificates must redeem them at any Idaho Fish and Game Regional Office. In the Magic Valley Region, our office is located in Jerome at 868 East Main Street. Due to the holiday season, the Idaho Fish and Game office will be closed on both December 24 and 30. For more information, call 324-4359.