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Idahoans Contribute to Fish and Game
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Idaho citizens helped their Fish and Game department to the tune of almost $800,000 last year through the volunteer and reservist program. A statewide value of $772,604 in donated labor, materials and equipment came from 3,227 volunteers and 146 reservists. Volunteers and reservists gave 49,099 of their hours and… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. How soon can I expect the moose, mountain goat and bighorn rules to arrive in the stores? A. The brochure for trophy animals is written for two years, so last year's brochure is still good. Stores will be stocking the brochure soon and they are available at Fish and Game offices or online at www2.state.id.us/… moreGood Fence Rows Make Good Neighbors
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The days are getting longer and spring is right around the corner. If you are fortunate enough to have pheasants as neighbors you will soon see roosters establishing breeding territories and hear the familiar two-noted crow call that males use to advertise these territories to prospective mates. Pheasants are large… moreProject WILD Workshop Offered
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A Project WILD workshop is scheduled for April 2 and 3 at Fish and Game's Southwest Region office at 3101 S. Powerline Road in Nampa. Because space is limited, K-12 teachers are urged to register as soon as possible for this fun, informative workshop. Contact Fish and Game's Nampa office (465-8465) for more information… moreFish and Game Traps/Kills Mountain Lion in Boise
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Confirming months of speculation, a young mountain lion was captured and killed in a control action on Friday, March 5 near Warm Springs Mesa in east Boise. The action came on the heels of a March 4 report of a lion being hit by an automobile on Warm Springs Road. The trapping effort continues as fresh sign indicates… moreNew Fishing Hole at Meridian's Settlers Park
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Beginning this week, Treasure Valley anglers will have another close-to-home place to wet a line. The pond at Settlers Park, at the corner of Meridian Road and Ustick, will be stocked seasonally with rainbow trout from Idaho Fish and Game's Nampa Hatchery. Contact the Meridian Parks… moreSnake River Cleanup Planned
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A trash cleanup along one of the more popular stretches of the Snake River is planned for Saturday, March 20, beginning at 9:00a.m. Additional volunteers are needed to help with this effort, sponsored by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. Food and refreshments will be provided, so volunteers should RSVP to Fish… moreIdfg To Host Coffee Shop Gathering In Menan On March 15
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MENAN - The Idaho Department of Fish… moreBluebird Nest Boxes Available
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LEWISTON - To greet the early spring arrival of Idaho's State Bird, the Mountain Bluebird, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game is offering a limited number of bluebird nest boxes for a fee of $5.00. All funds received are used to purchase additional project materials and enhance the Lewiston Wildlife Habitat Area… moreTrappers Reminded of March 15 River Otter Season Closure And Reporting Requirements
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LEWISTON - The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) reminds trappers of the March 15 season closure for river otter in the Clearwater Region and requirements for reporting their catch. Trappers must present the pelt and entire skinned carcass, including the head and tail, to IDFG at the regional office in the… moreCraig Mountain Gates Close March 25
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LEWISTON - With area big game animals returning to higher elevations, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) will close gates on the Craig Mountain Wildlife Management Area by March 25, ten days past the posted closure of March 15. The normal closing date of March 15 was selected in cooperation with local… moreMotorized Vehicles and Hunting
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Last year, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved rules governing the use of motorized vehicles when hunting, and will consider extending motor vehicle rules to more hunting units when it meets in March. Some members of the public wonder why these rules are being approved. Over the past ten years, the number one… moreNew Viewing Guide Available
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The new edition of the Idaho Wildlife Viewing Guide is available. You can pick up this new book at all Fish and Game Offices for only $12.50 (including tax). This latest edition includes some new sites, updated information, beautiful photographs, and maps to lead you to the best viewing in Idaho. To learn more about… moreBig Game Hunt Changes Proposed
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Idaho Fish and Game Commissioners face a long list of proposed big game hunting season changes when they meet in Boise March 25-26. Changes are proposed for all seven regions in the state. Hunters will have had the opportunity to see and comment on the proposals in open house sessions in each of the regions before the… moreCommission to Meet March 25-26
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet March 25-26 at Fish and Game headquarters, 600 South Walnut in Boise. Meetings will begin at 8 a.m. both days. There will be a public hearing March 24 at 7 p.m. at the same location. Any topic having to do with fish or wildlife may be presented at the public hearing. It is… moreGetting to Know Native Fish
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Dave Cannamela, Nature Center Superintendent and fisheries biologist will present a program on native Idaho fish March 13 at the MK Nature Center in Boise. The program begins at 1 p.m. and costs $3 for adults, $2 for children 12 and under. There are at least 40 native species of fish in Idaho, many of them… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. What if I didn't turn in my big game harvest report on time; will I be able to buy a new license? A. Ultimately, after numerous urgings and warnings, you are going to have to cough up a harvest report if you had a big game tag last fall and want a new hunting license. After April 1, it will cost you an extra $1.50… moreRainbow Trout Stocking Report
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Personnel from Fish and Game's Nampa Hatchery will be releasing more than 22,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at the following locations during March. LOCATIONNUMBER OF TROUT Boise River (Boise)6,000 Boise River (Eagle to Middleton)3,000 Caldwell Pond #11,800 Caldwell Pond #2250 Eagle Island Pond1,000 Ed's Pond… more