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Female Mountain Lion Season Closed in Hunt Unit 39

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As of Wednesday, January 9 the female portion of the mountain lion hunting season in hunt unit 39 has been closed by order of the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. "Either sex lion hunting in this unit was scheduled to remain open until March 31, or until ten female lions were harvested, whichever came first," Fish… more

Hunter Education Class Registration Scheduled

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Although hunting seasons remain several months away, spring hunter education and bowhunter education classes are now forming. Because of high interest and limited space, participants are urged to register during upcoming registration sessions. On Wednesday, January 23, Nampa/Caldwell area hunter education class… more

Turkeys Galore!

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ROBERTS - Wild turkeys are not native to Idaho, but introduction efforts started in the early Sixties have really begun to pay off in recent years for most portions of the state. Turkey populations in the Clearwater and Panhandle Regions have done so well that wildlife biologists are looking at having nearly a thousand… more

Big Game Feeding Program Seeks Volunteers

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Big game winter feeding efforts continue in the Garden Valley /Lowman area. With several weeks of winter remaining, Fish and Game is looking for volunteers to help with the feeding effort. "We want to invite anyone who would like to help out with the effort to give us a call," Fish and game landowner/sportsman… more

Commission Meets in Boise January 16-18

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Marcus Gibbs will begin his first turn at the gavel when the Idaho Fish and Game Commission meets in Boise January 16-18. The Commission meeting will begin at 3:30 p.m. Jan. 16 and hold a public hearing from 6-8 p.m. in the Trophy Room at 600 South Walnut in Boise. The Commission will be in a legislative budget… more

Feeding Wintering Game Birds

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Feeding wintering game birds is unlikely to make a difference in the size of next fall's flocks. Since substantial snows have fallen across Idaho, some residents have approached Fish and Game about feeding game birds. Although the department generally has no objection to citizens feeding the birds on private land,… more

Bird Seasons Draw to Close

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Idaho's game bird seasons are over or soon will be. Pheasant and quail seasons ended December 31 but upland bird hunters can still pursue chukar and gray partridge throughout the entire state through January 15. Pheasant hunting ended November 30 in the eastern half of the state. Duck and goose hunters have until… more

Ask Fish and Game

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Q. When can I find a copy of the 2002 big game rules? A. Big game seasons will not be set by the Fish and Game Commission until March. The proclamation booklet will be available at vendors, Fish and Game offices and on the Fish and Game Internet web site in April.

Hunting Seasons Not Over For The Eager

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Though most hunting seasons closed with the New Year, hunters willing to brave the winter weather still have opportunities at a variety of game. Chukar and gray partridge seasons end January 15, with goose and duck seasons closing January 20. Crow season lasts through January 31, and falconers can hunt upland… more

Wild Turkey Regulations Available

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Hunters looking forward to hunting turkeys this fall in the Clearwater Region of Idaho will find increased season lengths and reduced tag prices in the 2002 Wild Turkey regulations now available at all license vendors and Fish and Game offices. New for the 2002 season is a late spring/fall general tag, which is valid… more

Clean Feeders Important For Safe Bird Feeding

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LEWISTON - With bird feeding being a popular winter activity for many, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game warns that the good intentions of some bird enthusiasts can lead to harmful effects on our local songbirds. Diseases, such as Salmonella and Avian Pox, are easily spread when birds are crowded at dirty… more

Tips For Feeding Winter Birds

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LEWISTON - Feeding wild birds is one of the most popular outdoor activities in the U.S., and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game encourages bird enthusiasts to keep a few things in mind to help assure successful bird feeding. "The location of your feeder and what food it offers is very important for attracting… more

Mountain Lion Season Closes in Units 56 & 57

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The mountain lion harvest season in game management units 56 (Sublette) and 57 (Black Pine) is closed effective January 2, 2002. A third female lion was taken in the Burnt Creek drainage of unit 57 on December 29, 2001. Units 56 and 57 have a combined female lion quota of three animals. A dog-training season for lions… more

Dogs And Wintering Wildlife Don't Mix

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LEWISTON -- With winter being a stressful period for wildlife, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game reminds dog owners that they can be held liable and their dogs can be destroyed by certified peace officers if their dogs harass wildlife. "This time of year, we receive numerous reports of dogs chasing wildlife,… more

Avoid The Rush - Take A Hunter Education Course Now!

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LEWISTON -- With the vast majority of hunter education courses being taught between January and April, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game is encouraging future hunters to sign up now for the mandatory class. According to Richard Oliver, hunter education coordinator for IDFG, all courses are taught by trained,… more

Ice Anglers Beware - Ice Can Be Deceptive

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LEWISTON -- With many ice anglers venturing out on area frozen lakes and reservoirs, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game reminds them that ice can be deceptive, and the popular cold weather sport demands a few safety precautions. "Just because a reservoir is frozen doesn't mean the ice is safe," said Regional… more

Got The Wintertime Doldrums? Try Ice Fishing!

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LEWISTON - Many outdoor enthusiasts have discovered that ice fishing can quickly strip away the monotonous boredom of winter, and Idaho Department of Fish and Game officials say the cold weather sport has several advantages anglers don't find the rest of the year. "What a fantastic way to break up the wintertime… more

Turkey Rules Available Soon

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Turkey hunting rules for the 2002 spring and fall season have been delivered to Fish and Game headquarters and should be available at license vendors by Jan. 10. They will be available on the Fish and Game website hunting page at http://www2.state.id.us/fishgame by New Year's Day. The application period for spring… more