Waterfowl Open House Slated

Waterfowl hunters have a chance to comment on proposed 2014-2015 southwest Idaho seasons at an upcoming open house hosted by Idaho Fish and Game. Statewide waterfowl proposals and an opportunity to comment will soon be available on the Fish and Game website at http://fishandgame.idaho.gov. On Tuesday, August 5 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Fish and Game personnel will be on hand to visit with the public at the Fish and Game Nampa office (3101 S. Powerline Road). The open house format allows visitors to attend anytime during the session. Call 465-8465 for information. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, which oversees waterfowl management at the national level, authorized Fish and Game to hold a waterfowl season similar to the 2013-2014 season. Using that authorization as a framework, Fish and Game has proposed a 105-day season, identical in length to last year's. Seven bird bag limits and 14 bird possession limits are part of the new season proposal. Information collected at public open houses across the state will be summarized and presented to the Fish and Game Commission, which will set final waterfowl seasons later in August. Individuals with disabilities may request meeting accommodations by contacting Kim Cox at the Fish and Game Nampa office (465-8465) or through the Idaho Relay Service at 1-800-377-3529 (TDD).