Press Releases and Articles
Winter Conditions Weekly Report / February 23, 2004
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Animal condition: Warmer temperatures will help animals a great deal. But most of our deer loses come in March and April. Antler hunters and snowmobilers must still use caution around winter animals, as we enter a critical time when animals have used up all their fat reserves and are trying to make it to green up.… moreFawns Winter Well
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Mule deer fawns across southern Idaho have mostly come through the winter so far in good condition. The first "real" winter in several years has prompted questions from many Idahoans concerned about deer survival, but a continuing study of fawn mortality indicates relatively few winter losses to date. With the help… moreSign Up for Email News Updates
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Anyone interested in receiving Idaho Fish and Game news updates by email can sign up on the department web site. News updates are now sent to more than 2,000 regular recipients. The service is provided free of charge and email addresses are protected as required by department policy and Idaho law. Sign-up is simple… moreSend Trophy Scores for Record Book
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Hunters who have had a trophy scored by Boone and Crockett standards in 2003 are encouraged to send a copy of their score sheet to Idaho Fish and Game. If the score meets minimum requirements for state entry, the trophy could be entered in the new edition of the state record book. Score sheets should be addressed to… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. Can I buy one of the leftover nonresident Southeast Idaho deer tags, at full price, even though I am a resident? A. You could, if they were available when leftover nonresident tags go on sale August 28. Last year, there were none available at that time. But you don't need to. Residents can hunt there with a regular… moreIdaho Fish and Game Seeks Public Comments For 2004 Big Game Seasons
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LEWISTON - Proposed changes to all big game hunting seasons will be the focus of a series of public meetings hosted by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) in the next two weeks. Interested individuals can discuss the proposals and provide written comment at any of four open house meetings scheduled from 5:… moreIDFG To Host Big Game Open Houses Across Region During First Week Of March
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IDAHO FALLS - After meeting with the public both regionally and statewide, wildlife biologists are now ready to present to the public proposed big game regulation changes for the upcoming seasons. Regionally, biologists held scoping meetings earlier this winter in Idaho Falls, Rexburg, and Arco; now they are ready to… moreLake Pend Oreille Fishery Workshop Planned
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Anglers can get their questions answered and provide input on fishery recovery efforts in Lake Pend Oreille at the Lake Pend Oreille Fishery Workshop, Saturday, February 28, 9 AM to noon, Sandpoint High School auditorium (410 S. Division, Sandpoint). Those persons needing special accommodations to attend the meeting… moreIt's Time For Teachers To Get Wild!
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IDAHO FALLS - When most people think about the Idaho Department of Fish… moreKick Those Wintertime Blues
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Got the wintertime blues? Want to get outside and do something for wildlife? How about partnering with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and other community-minded people and plant bitterbrush and sagebrush? The annual planting project begins March 6 and continues every Saturday through April 3, 2004. Call 327-… moreFish & Game Seeking Angler Comments For 2004 Salmon Season Proposals
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LEWISTON - - Salmon anglers who would like to provide input concerning proposals to the upcoming salmon season are encouraged to attend one of Idaho Department of Fish and Game's public meetings. Regional fish personnel will provide a brief overview of prior seasons, especially the 2003 season, a review of season… moreMt. Lion Expert To Speak At Workshop On 2/21 In Idaho Falls
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IDAHO FALLS - Mountain lion, cougar, catamount, puma,… moreFile Harvest Reports by February 29
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Hunters who have not yet filed harvest reports for 2003 deer, elk or antelope hunts should do so by February 29. That is the last date for the Internet, telephone, fax and mail entry of this information. Filing on the Idaho Fish and Game Internet web site takes no more than a minute or two, costs nothing and does not… moreIdaho Sheep Tag Brings $46,000
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A special Idaho bighorn sheep tag brought $46,000 at auction recently, money that will help Fish and Game with bighorn research and management. Ken Trudell of Green Bay, Wisconsin made the winning bid at the annual convention of the Foundation for North American Wild Sheep (FNAWS). He will be able to hunt in any open… moreWildlife Conservation Officers Work for the Love Of It
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By Mike Demick, Idaho Department of Fish and Game Some would say I'm biased, but I feel that most ethical hunters and anglers of Idaho would agree with me that pride, honor and dedication to duty are just a few of the traits that endorse the badge of a conservation officer for the Idaho Department of Fish and Game… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. How do I dispose of live ammunition found in the field? Will Fish and Game take it? A. No, Fish and Game will not take it. Contact your local landfill managers and ask them how to dispose of it. Many communities have "hazardous waste day" or specific locations to take such "hazardous material" stuff. In some towns… morePublic Invited To Learn More About The State Of The South Fork Of The Snake River
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IDAHO FALLS - A lot has happened with the South Fork's world-renowned fishery in the past year and biologists at the Idaho Department of Fish… moreBobcat Pelt Tag Deadline - February 26
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GRANGEVILLE - With the bobcat season closing February 16, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game reminds bobcat hunters and trappers that they have until Thursday, February 26th to present their pelts to any IDFG regional office, the McCall office or an official check-point to obtain the appropriate tags and complete a… more