Press Releases and Articles
Hunter education registration to begin
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JEROME - Youth wanting to hunt this fall need to plan now to sign-up for one of the several hunter education classes offered this August and September. Because of a recent law changes allowing 10-year-old children to hunt small game with an adult, classes are expected to fill-up early. Sign ups for fall classes… moreSmallmouth bass numbers strong in Milner
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BURLEY - Smallmouth bass are alive and well in Milner Reservoir and make-up roughly 32 percent of the total fish population, according to Department of Fish and Game electro fishing data. "That's pretty good numbers," said Chuck Warren, Fish and Game Regional Fisheries Biologist. "This is one of the most concentrated… moreIDFG Commission Opens Hatchery Salmon Seasons
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LEWISTON - During a June 23 conference call, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved reopening the salmon fishery on portions of the mainstem Clearwater River and Middle Fork Clearwater River and approved a new salmon season on the South Fork Clearwater and Lochsa rivers. The Commission reopened the Clearwater… moreSome Salmon Seasons Reopened
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During a June 23 conference call, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved reopening the salmon fishery on portions of the mainstem Clearwater River and Middle Fork Clearwater River and approved a new salmon season on the South Fork Clearwater and Lochsa rivers. The Commission reopened, effective immediately, the… moreCommission to Meet in Bonners Ferry
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet at the Kootenai River Inn in Bonners Ferry July 10 and 11. There will be a public hearing at the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge, six miles west of Bonners Ferry, at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 9. The Thursday and Friday meetings will begin at 8:00 a.m. The commission… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. How does the controlled draw hunt system work? A. Here is the simplified version of how the controlled hunt drawing system works: Every application entered in the drawing has the same chance of drawing. The procedure for the selection of individuals to receive controlled hunt permits has been computerized since… moreIdaho Fish And Game Commission To Meet In Panhandle Region
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will be holding a regular meeting in Bonners Ferry in July. The event will open with a public hearing on July 9 from 7-9pm at the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge, west of Bonners Ferry. The public will have the opportunity to address the Commission with thoughts or concerns at… moreOsprey Boat Cruise Planned
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Large birds are often sighted around the northern end of Coeur d'Alene Lake in the summer months, soaring and perching on trees. It is a common sight all over the Idaho Panhandle to see a black, white and brown bird soaring overhead before diving in a long sweeping fall from the sky toward the lake. Sometimes… moreJuly Sportsmen's Breakfast Meeting Cancelled
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LEWISTON - The Idaho Department of Fish and Game reminds hunters and anglers that the July 1 breakfast meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 2, beginning at 6:30 a.m. at the Helm restaurant in Lewiston. "We'll buy the coffee, and we hope local hunters and anglers bring… moreFamily Dog Often Harmful To Young Wildlife
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LEWISTON - - While this spring has been favorable for young wildlife, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game reminds dog owners that their loving pet can be harmful to area wildlife, especially upland game birds and deer. "We receive reports almost daily about dogs killing or harassing both young birds and adults… moreLeave Baby Animals Alone
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JEROME - June is the peak fawning and calving season for Idaho's deer, elk and antelope herds. With camping and the outdoors season well underway, well-meaning citizens often find baby animals that seem to be abandoned. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is asking people to leave them alone. "We have people calling… moreShoshone gets new conservation officer
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SHOSHONE - After four years of being vacant, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game has a new Senior Conservation Officer patrolling the Shoshone area. Greg Milner, formerly working as a Conservation Officer in the Salmon Region, has been assigned to the area. "I'm excited about being here," said Milner. "Shoshone is a… moreRecord Crappie Caught by Middleton Boy
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The Idaho record for black crappie now belongs to a nine-year-old boy from Middleton. Jason Monson caught the three-pound, 8.96-ounce crappie at Brownlee Reservoir June 8 while fishing with his father, David Monson. The previous record was three pounds, 5.3 ounces and was taken at Lake Lowell by Frank Pineda of Boise… moreSalmon Season Extended on Lower Salmon
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Salmon anglers who missed their chance to fish while the Salmon River was flowing too high will have an extra week, until June 22, to try their luck. Meeting in a telephone conference call June 10, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved a department recommendation to extend the spring chinook season on the Lower… moreSalmon Fishing Waters Still Open
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Though salmon fishing is closed on the Clearwater River, anglers can still go for hatchery chinook on three Idaho rivers. Lower Salmon River: The season has been extended on the Lower Salmon River through June 22. That season was extended because high runoff made fishing virtually impossible for about two week during… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. How much help can I give my child who is learning to fish? A. You can set up the tackle, bait the hook or tie on the lure, and you can take the fish off the hook. You cannot cast it for them or reel in the fish or lure. If the child gets tired of fishing, make sure they reel in the line rather than leaving it set… moreWomen's Outdoor Clinic Scheduled For June 20-23
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LEWISTON - Fly fishing, archery hunting, outdoor survival, map and compass reading, and rifle, shotgun and muzzleloader shooting skills are just some of the topics being offered in the 8TH annual Women's Outdoor Clinic to be held at the Troy-Deary Gun Club on June 20-23. Sponsored by the Idaho Department of Fish and… moreFree Fishing Day success
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JEROME - More than 500 children and hundreds of parents took advantage of the five scheduled Free Fishing Day events in the Magic Valley Region last Saturday, June 7. Not only did many of the participants catch fish but they also won fishing poles, free tackle and dined on free hotdogs, pop and chips in two of the… more