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Moose Hunt Figures Available

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Hunters considering applying for a moose hunt in the April application period may want to look at the hunter harvest figures for last fall. Moose harvest figures for individual hunts have been posted on the Idaho Fish and Game web site at www2.state.id.us/fishgame/hunt Hunters will also find harvest figures for… more

Hunters Not at Fault in Swan Decline

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"Hunters are not a major cause for a decline in trumpeter swans," said Idaho Fish and Game Director Steve Huffaker, "and especially not in Idaho." A recent Los Angeles Times article, with a dateline of Island Park, implied that hunting is a major factor in a decline in swans in the tri-state area of Idaho, Montana… more

Thanksgiving Poacher Reward Raised Again

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The reward in a Thanksgiving Day poaching case has reached $1,250 with a $500 donation by the Idaho State Bowhunters. The reward amount had already been raised once when Citizens Against Poaching tripled its reward for information on a Thanksgiving Day deer poaching in the Long Gulch area of Unit 39, making it worth $… more

Trophy Bear Bites Poachers

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Sometimes, even a dead bear can bite you. Just ask Cody Rollins, 22, of New Plymouth and Justin Rollins, 21, of Weiser, who learned that lesson the hard (and expensive) way. It all started on April 20, 2002, when the two men - who are cousins - went black bear hunting in the Idaho City area with four other companions… more

Ask Fish and Game

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Q. I hear turkey tags will be cheaper this year, is that true? A. Yes, for some folks. All junior/senior/Disabled American Veteran turkey tags are reduced to $9.75. For the rest of us, the first spring turkey tag will still cost $18 but the second tag (the late spring/fall) general season tag will cost only $12 each.… more

IDFG Seeking Public Comment For 2003 Big Game Seasons

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LEWISTON - Significant changes for the whitetail deer hunting season will be the focus of a series of public meetings hosted by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game in the next two weeks. Excessive numbers of whitetail deer on private property, concerns of the quality of bucks and the need for the continuation of the… more

Dogs And Deer Do Not Mix

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Unlike many parts of the Midwest and the east coast, this has been an exceptionally mild winter in northern Idaho. That is why it came as a surprise to me this week when I received a call reporting a problem with dogs chasing deer in the St. Maries area. After a little checking, I learned similar calls have come in… more

Public Input Sought on 2003 Big Game Hunting Proposals

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Hunters who pursued big game in Idaho's Southwest region in 2002 should plan on having very similar seasons in 2003. Potential season proposals will be available for public review at several upcoming Fish and Game-sponsored open houses. Plan now to attend and provide input that will help shape this fall's hunting seasons… more

Volunteer Bitterbrush Planting Begins Soon

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Got the wintertime blues? Need to breathe some fresh air and get some good exercise? Want to get outside and welcome in spring? Meet some new people? Do good deeds? Search no longer for a way to do all of the above and help wildlife also! Call the Idaho Department of Fish and Game at 327-7099 and sign up to plant… more

Check Off For Wildlife On Your Idaho Income Tax Return

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It comes as a surprise to most people when I mention to them that the Idaho Department of Fish and Game is not supported by income tax, property tax, or state sales tax dollars. The agency is funded through license and tag sales to hunters and fishermen, excise taxes on hunting and fishing equipment, and a variety of… more

Trophy Bear Bites Poachers

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Sometimes, even a dead bear can bite you. Just ask Cody Rollins, 22, of New Plymouth and Justin Rollins, 21, of Weiser, who learned that lesson the hard (and expensive) way. It all started on April 20, 2002, when the two men - who are cousins - went black bear hunting in the Idaho City area with four other companions… more

Harvest Report Still Not Filed?

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If you are one of several thousand big game hunters who still has not filed your mandatory hunter harvest report from last fall, it is past time to take care of this small, painless bit of paperwork. Hunters are required to send their reports within 10 days of harvesting an elk, deer or antelope or within 10 days of… more

Give a Hoot! Checkoff for Wildlife

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As you begin to think about filing your Idaho taxes, consider some of your friends that make life in Idaho interesting. As a taxpayer you can check off the square on your Idaho tax forms to donate any amount of your refund (or add to your tax payment) to nongame animal programs administered by Fish and Game. Other… more

Fish and Game Conservation Officer Honored

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The National Wild Turkey Federation has recognized Fish and Game senior conservation officer Dan Hislop as Idaho's best wildlife law enforcement officer. With the 2002 Federation award in hand, Hislop now becomes Idaho's nominee to receive the National Wildlife Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award, to be… more

Ask Fish and Game

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Q. I filed my hunter harvest report on time and I would like to know when I might be notified if I was drawn for a Supertag. A. The drawing for the 10 Supertags will be held about the end of March. If you are one of the lucky ones, you will be notified shortly thereafter by phone or mail.

Rainbow Trout Stocking Report

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Personnel from Fish and Game's Nampa Hatchery will be releasing more than 26,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at the following locations during February. LOCATION NUMBER OF TROUT Boise River (Boise) 6,000 Boise River (Eagle to Middleton… more

Summer Host(s) Sought for Horsethief Reservoir

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Wanted: a person or persons to spend the entire summer in a beautifully scenic location. Occupy shaded campsite on lakeshore. Meet and greet new people each day. Trout fishing available just a few feet from front door. Sounds like tough duty doesn't it? Yet this volunteer position is available for the 2003 summer… more

Fish and Game Conservation Officer Honored

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The National Wild Turkey Federation has recognized Fish and Game senior conservation officer Dan Hislop as Idaho's best wildlife law enforcement officer. With the 2002 Federation award in hand, Hislop now becomes Idaho's nominee to receive the National Wildlife Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award, to be… more