Press Releases and Articles
Ask Fish and Game: Turkey Shooting Hours
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Q. The newest and latest upland game book, which now includes turkeys, doesn't have the legal shooting hours for turkeys. Can you help? A. Legal shooting hours for turkeys are from one-half hour before sunrise to sunset. Use caution; be sure of your target before you shoot.Remember Safety Rules When Hunting Ground Squirrels
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By Rick Carlson, Idaho Department of Fish and Game As the snow slowly leaves the valley floor, avid outdoorsmen and women are anxious to get out and about. Some hunters head out to enjoy the nice spring days by hunting those pesky little ground squirrels. Even though this is not a big game hunt, ground… moreFish and Game Sets Meetings on Wolf Hunting Rules
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has scheduled a series of public open house meetings around the state to get comments on proposed seasons and rules for Idaho's first ever wolf hunting season. Meetings have been set in all seven Idaho Fish and Game regions. Panhandle Region: Meetings begin at 7 p.m. For… moreFish and Game Commission to Meet in Jerome
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Idaho's first wolf hunting season and the first Chinook fishery in more than 30 years on the Upper Salmon River are among the issues the Idaho Fish and Game Commission will tackle during the May 21-22 meeting. The two day meeting will include a tour of the Murphy Complex Fire and a public hearing at 7 p.m. Wednesday,… moreFish and Game Seeks Comments on Wolf Hunting Rules
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking public comments on the proposed 2008 wolf hunting seasons and rules. The proposed seasons and rules are available at all Fish and Game offices and on the Fish and Game Website at: http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/cms/public/. The Idaho Wolf Population Management Plan… moreApply Early, Win Big Bucks
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The application period for this fall's deer, elk, pronghorn and black bear controlled hunts runs through June 5. Hunters who apply early not only avoid the last-minute rush, but they have a chance to win cash. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game's annual early application contest for 2008 for those controlled… moreLong-Time Hunter Education Instructors Recognized
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On Saturday, May 3, 22 Clearwater Region volunteer hunter education instructors were honored by Idaho Fish and Game for 20 years or more of participation. Each year the Fish and Game honors area volunteer instructors who have donated their time and efforts to the hunter education program, said James Reed, Clearwater… moreCelebrate Migratory Birds on Saturday
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Bird enthusiasts of all ages can celebrate International Migratory Bird Day on Saturday, May 10, at several Treasure Valley locations. This event is a world-wide annual event to celebrate and support migratory bird conservation. This year's theme for International Migratory Bird Day is "Tundra to Tropics" to call… moreAsk Fish and Game: Controlled Hunt Applications
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Q. The controlled hunt application has 10 spaces, but my license number has 11 numbers. What am I supposed to do? A. Yes, license numbers have 11 digits - a set of three digits, then two and then six. Until application forms are updated, this year simply enter the "8" in the single space on the mail-in form instead of… moreFish and Game Seeks Comments on Wolf Hunting Rules
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has scheduled a series of public open house meetings around the state to seek comments on the proposed 2008 wolf hunting season framework. The meetings will be announced by regional offices. The proposed seasons and rules are available at all Fish and Game offices and on the Fish… moreEgin-Hamer Closure Opens at Sunrise May 1
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Not only was this winter a reminder of what winters used to be like in the Upper Snake Region, but it has hung on longer than normal, delaying typical spring conditions vital to animal rejuvenation. On May 1, the Bureau of Land Management will open the west end active dunes of the St. Anthony Sand Dunes to motorized… moreAsk the Conservation Officer (CO)
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by Gary Hompland, Regional Conservation Officer Question: "I have a pond on my property I would like to put trout in. Are there any rules about stocking my pond with fish?" Answer: Yes there are. Idaho law in part states: "No person shall establish and maintain a private park or pond on premises owned or leased by… moreGoing Green for Mule Deer
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April 22 was Earth Day, and it seemed like the whole week was set aside to celebrate the environment and learn ways to better care for Mother Earth. Whether you opened up a news paper, turned on the television, or visited a community celebration, common Earth Day themes centered on the concept of "Going Green."… moreFishing the Little Salmon - 2008
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By Evin Oneale, Idaho Department of Fish and Game Chinook salmon season veterans on Little Salmon River near Riggins fully understand the challenges of fishing the high-gradient flume and the almost zoo-like atmosphere that grips the area when the big fish begin their move upriver. This year's snow pack, combined… moreApply Early, Win Big Bucks
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The application period for this fall's deer, elk, pronghorn and black bear controlled hunts starts Thursday, May 1, and runs through June 5. But hunters who apply early not only avoid the last-minute rush, but they have a chance to win cash. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game's annual early application contest… moreTrophy Species Applications Due
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Hunters have until Wednesday, April 30, to apply for moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat controlled hunts. Apply at Fish and Game offices or license vendors, or apply using a credit card by telephone or over the Internet. Hunters may apply by phone at 1-800-554-8685; or on the Internet at http://fishandgame.idaho.… moreFish and Game Commission to Meet in Jerome
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet May 21-22 at the regional Idaho Fish and Game office in Jerome. The two day meeting will include a tour of the Murphy Complex Fire and a public hearing at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 21 at 319 South 417 East in Jerome. On Thursday, commissioners are expected to consider wolf… moreWolf Report: Hunting Seasons Considered
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Deep and lingering snows are keeping wolves in lower elevations mostly along winter range later than usual this year, providing more opportunity for wolves to be in close proximity to cattle calving operations. But this year may be the first time in Idaho history that a wolf hunting season will help control numbers in… more