Press Releases and Articles
Preston Taxidermist Sentenced
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Preston taxidermist Terry J. Hansen, Jr. was sentenced in late March to fines, loss of hunting and fishing privileges and probation for violations of the state Outfitters and Guides code and Fish and Game code. Over the past several years, Fish and Game officials have received citizen's complaints regarding Hansen's… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. I see a headline about ultralights in the "What's New" section on page 4 of the new big game regs but nothing on the page about them. What gives? A. Oops. The language on ultralights was removed from page 4 (but left its headline all alone). Ultralights have been defined as aircraft by the Fish and Game Commission… moreNatural Heritage Display Nears End
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The popular exhibit of Idaho's natural heritage is nearing the end of its run at the MK Nature Center. Together for the first time, three traveling exhibits from the Natural Heritage Center at Idaho State University will be on display through May 31. Each of these displays offers photographs, graphic images,… moreLitter Distracts From The Outdoor Experience
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LEWISTON - With the arrival of spring fishing and hunting seasons, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game encourages all outdoor users to be responsible and remember that trash they leave behind is sure to lessen the outdoor experience of others. "It's disheartening to see a trail of garbage at every fishing hole,"… moreLeave Young Wildlife Alone
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LEWISTON - With May and June being the peak time for Idaho's wildlife to have their young, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game offers this simple suggestion to well-intentioned people finding baby animals that appear to be abandoned: Leave them alone. Most young wildlife picked up by well-meaning, concerned… moreWinchester Lake To Receive Aeration System
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WINCHESTER - Catching fish at Winchester Lake will likely be improved as the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, Department of Environmental Quality and the Winchester Watershed Advisory Group plan to install a water aeration system to improve water quality at the popular, 75-acre reservoir, located 30 miles southeast of… moreCelebrate International Migratory Bird Day
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Learn about the fascinating world of migratory birds by attending the International Migratory Bird Day Celebration to be held Saturday, May 11, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Lewiston Wildlife Habitat Area next to the Idaho Fish and Game office, 1540 Warner Avenue in Lewiston. A variety of activities, demonstrations,… moreHatchery Steelhead Paradigm Shift
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Some Idaho steelhead anglers will need to adjust their thinking about which fish can be kept and why in the next few years as a small but noticeable shift in the harvest management program takes hold. This shift is the result of a settlement negotiated between the Idaho, Washington, Oregon, the federal government, and… moreIDFG Breakfast Forum At Helm Restaurant
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LEWISTON - - Outdoor enthusiasts are invited to the monthly Idaho Department of Fish and Game breakfast meeting at the Helm Restaurant in Lewiston, Tuesday May 7, at 6:30 a.m. The meeting agenda will include reports on the spring steelhead season results and upcoming salmon seasons predictions, turkey and bear… moreEnjoyable Fishing Should Start With Boat Preparation
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LEWISTON - - With the warm spring weather finding many Idaho anglers out enjoying many of the state's lakes, reservoirs and rivers, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game encourages boat anglers to prevent a fine day on the water from turning into a miserable experience, some simple but important boat maintenance is… moreOfficers Nab Kamiah Man Poaching Steelhead
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KAMIAH - - The plan was to club the steelhead, throw it in the truck and then travel to camp and show off to friends. Unfortunately, the game wardens were watching the poacher from the bushes. With the discovery of a bullet-riddled steelhead and several .22 rifle shells along Mill Creek, a tributary of the South… moreBear Hunting Reminders
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LEWISTON - - With spring black bear hunting season underway in the Clearwater Region, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game reminds bear hunters that their unique sport has its own set of specialized regulations. Hunters are reminded that certain units in the Clearwater Region are open to use of bait and dogs,… moreTroy-Deary Youth Hunting Clinic Scheduled
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DEARY - - Area youth interested in learning hunting and outdoor skills are invited to attend the 9th annual Youth Hunting Clinic, sponsored by the Troy-Deary Gun Club, Idaho Department of Fish and Game and Latah Wildlife Association. The clinic will be held Saturday, May 12, and is open to any youth ages 11-17. The… moreRainbow Trout Stocking Report
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Personnel from Fish and Game's Nampa Hatchery will be releasing more than 80,000 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 Caldwell Pond #1… moreApply Now for Elk, Deer, Antelope and Bear Controlled Hunts
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Controlled hunt applications for deer, elk, antelope and black bear can be filed through the last day of May. Hunters can find application forms 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 online at www2.… moreSteelhead Season Extended, Salmon Starting Slow
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Meeting in Moscow April 25-26, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission voted to extend the steelhead season on the Little Salmon River through May 31. Sharon Kiefer, anadromous fisheries manager, told the Commission that a large number of steelhead are still in the Little Salmon and will not be used in the hatchery program… moreUpland Game, Furbearer Rules Set
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved seasons and rules for the upcoming upland game and furbearer season at its meeting in Moscow April 25-26. Changes for the new seasons affecting upland game birds and animals, crows, falconry, early goose seasons, sandhill crane seasons, and dove season include the following… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. When I apply for a controlled hunt, do I have to have a hunting license first? Do I get my license fee back if I don't draw the hunt I want? A. A hunting license is required for anyone applying for a controlled hunt. Once you buy the license, you are the proud owner regardless of your luck in the draw… more