Idfg Seeks Public Input On Proposed Changes For 2004 Crane, Dove And Early Goose Seasons

Tue, 05/11/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

IDAHO FALLS - It is only fitting that wildlife managers in Idaho Falls are seeking input from sportsmen about proposed changes in crane seasons for next fall, because hunters have been the ones making the current management strategy work! According to Upper Snake Regional Spokesman Gregg Losinski, "The controlled… more

Watching for wood ticks

Mon, 05/10/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

JEROME - Few insects cause more fear than wood ticks. In the spring throughout the Magic Valley Region, unsuspecting fishermen, hunters, hikers, horse riders, and dog walkers can soon become a host to the little critters. Wood ticks are generally brown or speckled brown, very flat, and have an extremely hard… more

Build a bug vacuum

Mon, 05/10/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

JEROME - Bugs are fun to watch, but not everyone likes to pick them up. One-way to avoid picking them up is to build a bug vacuum. Interested young minds can then examine the bugs without touching them. What you'll need: - Clear jar with a tight lid - Two or three feet of flexible plastic tubing, about 1/4-inch… more

Rainbow Trout Stocking Report

Mon, 05/10/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

Personnel from Fish and Game's Nampa Hatchery will be releasing more than 48,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at the following locations during May. Location - Number of Trout Boise River (Boise) - 4,000 Boise River (Eagle to Middleton) - 2,000 Bull Trout Lake (near Stanley) - 1,000 Caldwell Pond #1 - 1,000… more

June & July Hunter Education Class Registration Begins May 17

Mon, 05/03/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

LEWISTON - The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) will conduct a registration for upcoming hunter education classes scheduled in the Lewiston area during June and July. The signup will start at 8:00 a.m. on May 17 at the IDFG office located at 1540 Warner Avenue in Lewiston. "Although we are trying to provide… more

Elk Calves To Be Radio-collared

Mon, 05/03/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

LEWISTON - As part of a long-term investigation, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) plans to capture and radio-collar approximately 30 elk calves on each of two north central Idaho study areas during late May and early June. Calves less than four days old will be spotted from a helicopter, and then biologists… more

Snakes can be our friend

Mon, 05/03/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

JEROME - When you hear the word snake, what comes to mind? Generally it is fear, the fear of being bitten, swallowed or strangled. Snakes living in south central Idaho shouldn't conjure up those kinds of fears. Idaho snakes make great neighbors. Small mammals like mice, voles, squirrels, and gophers make up a large… more

Magic Valley Region Family Fishing Waters, big hit

Mon, 05/03/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

JEROME - Looking for a great place to fish with easy to understand regulations? Try one of the 11 Family Fishing Waters in the Magic Valley Region. The great part about Family Fishing Waters is they have year-round seasons; general six fish limits; no length limits; and standard fishing gear is all that is needed… more

Hagerman WMA, an outdoorsman's paradise

Mon, 05/03/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

HAGERMAN - Fishing, bird watching, hiking, hunting, and photography are just a few of the things visitors can do at the Hagerman Wildlife Management Area (WMA). Located 19 miles north of Buhl or four miles south of Hagerman on Highway 30, the 880-acre WMA is a mecca for local wildlife, and outdoor fun. The Hagerman… more

Commission sets upland seasons

Mon, 05/03/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

JEROME - Upland game bird hunters in the Magic Valley Region will see few changes for this year's hunting season. Meeting in Riggins April 22-23, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission decided to keep upland game season openers on the same dates as the last two seasons. Fish and Game biologists proposed starting quail… more

Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day - May 8th

Mon, 05/03/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

MOSCOW - The Idaho Department of Fish and Game, in conjuction with the Palouse Clearwater Environmental Institute, Nez Perce Tribe, Palouse Audubon Society, and the Moscow Food Co-op will celebrate International Migratory Bird Day on Saturday, May 8, 2004 by hosting an event in downtown Moscow. Activities begin at… more

COST-SHARE PROGRAM IMPROVES PRIVATE LAND HABITAT

Fri, 04/30/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

by: Carrie Chalcraft, Regional Wildlife Habitat Biologist It's HIP to care about wildlife! H.I.P. is short for the Habitat Improvement Program of the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. The program helps landowners improve habitat for upland game and waterfowl on their property by paying up to 75 % of the cost to the… more

SPRING IS A GREAT TIME TO VISIT A WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA

Fri, 04/30/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

by: Carrie Chalcraft, Regional Wildlife Habitat Biologist It's Springtime! The tundra swans are moving through, the wood ducks are here, and the geese are gabbing at all hours of the night. Baby goslings are swimming and learning the ropes in local wetlands. After a long winter of gray skies, drizzle, and… more

CITIZEN WORKING GROUP TO FORM

Fri, 04/30/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

Hunters, birdwatchers, neighbors, and other local citizens will soon have an opportunity to provide input on the management of a land parcel in Boundary County. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) is forming a citizen's committee to help set management direction for the Smith Creek/Ducks Unlimited wetland… more

Case Still Open On 11/02 Poaching Of Island Park Grizzly Bears. $8K Reward Still Availab

Fri, 04/30/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

CASE STILL OPEN ON 11/02 POACHING OF GRIZZLY BEARS IN ISLAND PARK. $8,000 REWARD FUND STILL AVAILABLE! ISLAND PARK - Even though the snows of two winters have come and gone from the slopes of Sawtell Peak in Island Park, investigators are still following the criminal trail of whoever killed a sow grizzly and her… more

Apply Now for Elk, Deer, Antelope and Bear Controlled Hunts

Fri, 04/30/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

Controlled hunt applications for deer, elk, antelope and fall black bear can be filed through the last day of May. Hunters can find an application form on page 17 in the big game proclamation booklet recently delivered to license vendors and Fish and Game offices statewide. Hunting rules and seasons can also be found… more

Supertag Lottery Raises Money for Public Access Program

Fri, 04/30/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

Sportsmen and women can buy a chance for a special big game tag and support Idaho Fish and Game's public access program at the same time. It works like a lottery. An individual buys one or more chances for a supertag.' These are entered in drawings, which will take place June 15 and August 16. In the end, 32 lucky… more

Plan for Fish and Game's Next 15 Years Goes to Public

Fri, 04/30/2004 - 00:00 | idfg-staff

A plan to guide Idaho Fish and Game through its next 15 years is ready for its final public review and comment. A broad slice of Idaho's citizenry helped guide Fish and Game strategic planning efforts, now written into a document called The Compass. The Compass is the product of three years of work involving hundreds… more