Press Releases and Articles
Last Shot At Bowhunter Education Course
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is encouraging first-time archery hunters to sign up for the season's last remaining bowhunter education course scheduled for July 23, 25, 30 and 31, from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Lewiston Police training center in Lewiston. To register, contact IDFG at 799-5010, Monday through Friday, 8… moreDrought Claims Two Fisheries Already
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Drought has forced the salvage of fish in two popular southern Idaho reservoirs in what can be expected to be a summer of lost fisheries. The drought has claimed the waters of Chesterfield and Hawkins Reservoirs. Both reservoirs are under official salvage order. Anglers can take all the fish they can catch from both… moreKeep A Clean Camp To Avoid Conflicts With Bears
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With summer camping season in full swing, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game cautions campers that most conflicts with bears are linked to careless handling of food or garbage. Most conflicts can be avoided by practicing the following: 1. Keep a clean camp. Pick up garbage and store it in a closed vehicle or in a… moreWhy Not Russian-olive and Saltcedar?
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Cheatgrass and knapweed slipped in this country with no invitation but Russian-olives and saltcedar were encouraged to settle the West. Now, Russian-olive and saltcedar are taking over in large areas of valuable riparian areas, meadows as well as private pastures and irrigation ditches where they replace native plants… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. When can I pick up my big game tags for this fall? I am a resident Idahoan. A. For almost everyone, August 1 is the first day for buying general hunt tags. Tags are available from more than 400 private license vendors in Idaho and from all Fish and Game offices. For those few hunts that begin August 1, tags can be… moreFishing Prospects Still Good
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In spite of the fact that 2002 is another poor water year for southern Idaho, and some reservoirs that were hit hard last year are not in much better shape now, it is not all doom and gloom for anglers in the Magic Valley Region. Several reservoirs that were severely impacted last year are in poor condition again.… moreLeftover Deer & Elk Controlled Hunt Permits on Sale July 15
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) has over 1,000 deer and almost as many elk controlled hunt permits that were not drawn. These permits will go on sale at regional Fish… moreCommission to Meet in McCall July 18-19
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet at the Best Western in McCall July 18-19. The session will begin at 1 p.m. on July 17 with a workshop on wolves for commission members. Fisheries bureau chief Virgil Moore and a citizens advisory committee will report on the status of fisheries on Lake Pend Oreille at 5… moreChinook Come to Boise River
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Anglers can enjoy fishing for hatchery chinook again in downtown Boise. The season on hatchery chinook salmon in the Boise River began June 29 and will run through September 3. Fishing is allowed 24 hours per day in the Boise River. A valid fishing license and salmon permit must be in possession when fishing. Limits… moreVolunteer Effort Receives Boost
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Volunteers have been beavering away for several years to improve steelhead and salmon habitat on the Little Salmon River but the work will go a lot faster now that federal fisheries funds have been granted to the project. The volunteer effort, led by Volunteer Service Coordinator Mary Dudley, has involved dozens of… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. How do I find out what controlled hunt leftover permits are available? A. License vendors can print out a list for you. Or, you can go to the Fish and Game web site at http://www2.state.id.us/fishgame/hunt/ch/leftover.htm for a list. Leftover controlled hunt permits go on sale at 10 a.m. Mountain Daylight Time, 9 a… moreWomen Learn Skills At Outdoor Clinic
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DEARY - Forty seven women from the Lewiston-Moscow area attended the recent Women's Outdoor Clinic held at the Troy-Deary Gun Club on June 21-23. Ranging in age from 14 to 66 and coming from professional positions as diverse as homemaker, teacher and video-photographer, all the women shared a common interest - to learn… moreJuly Fish & Game Breakfast Meeting Cancelled
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LEWISTON - The Idaho Department of Fish and Game reminds hunters and anglers that the July 2 breakfast meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 3, 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… moreZebra Warning Issued
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The zebra mussel, a small freshwater mollusk native to the Caspian and Black seas, has infested rivers in the eastern United States and now threatens to ride the Lewis and Clark Trail into western streams. Federal agencies are urging all boaters to examine their craft for the prolific pests and report sitings… moreTrees Provide Home Comfort
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A wood fire goes a long way to making a house a cozy home, but woodcutters might also think of their neighbors while cutting a winter wood supply. Many firewood collectors do not recognize the value of the partially or completely dead standing trees they see in the forest. These woodland features, called snags,… moreFish and Game Wins Wildlife Film Festival Award
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Three Fish and Game wildlife videos produced for school children garnered a Merit Award for Educational Value from the 25th Annual International Wildlife Film Festival. "Awards are given by the International Wildlife Film Festival to those selected productions that strive for excellence in the areas of biological… moreAnother Dry Year for Fisheries
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A dry spring across southern Idaho may be signaling another tough year for fisheries. A detailed article on the impacts of drought on fish can be found in the current issue of Fish and Game's web magazine at www2.state.id.us/fishgame in Incredible Idaho. The following is an abbreviated version of Vicky Osborn's… moreLion Plan Outlined
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Open houses on the draft mountain lion management plan are set for the regional office in Nampa and the office in McCall on Tuesday, June 25 from 4 - 7 PM. Copies of the draft plan will be available at the open house or may be obtained prior to the open houses at the front desk in the region or at Headquarters.… more