Press Releases and Articles
Sturgeon Prosper Below American Falls
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By Harry Morse, Southeast Region Conservation Educator Working with fisheries biologist David Teuscher tagging sturgeon below American Falls Dam in April helped me understand why anglers are so interested in catching them. "We have three fish on this set line and two of them weigh around 100 pounds," Teuscher said… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. I heard something about picking up my big game tag early this year. What's that about? A. It is about picking up your tag for controlled hunts on or before August 20. This new rule applies to deer, elk, antelope and black bear tags. It does not apply to trophy species or unlimited controlled hunts. Six to eight… moreLewiston & Moscow Plan International Migratory Bird Day Celebrations
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MOSCOW - - The Idaho Department of Fish and Game, in conjunction with Book People of Moscow, Friends of the Clearwater, Moscow Food Co-op, Nez Perce Tribe, Palouse Audubon Society, Washington State University Raptor Rehabilitation Club, and Winchester State Park will celebrate International Migratory Bird Day on Saturday… moreDoe Permits To Be Cut
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JEROME - A reduction in doe permits in Management Units 43, 44, 45, 48 and 52 is being proposed to the Idaho Fish and Game Commission from the Magic Valley Regional. Results from this year's spring mule deer trend count in the Bennett Hills suggest a substantial decline in deer numbers for the area. In the 2002 survey… moreAngler Ideas Sought by Fish and Game
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Fishing rules for 2004 and 2005 are in the early stages of development and anglers are encouraged to share their ideas with Fish and Game at an upcoming open house. "We want to invite every interested angler to attend one of our get-togethers and share their ideas with us," Fish and Game fisheries manager Jeff Dillon… moreAttention Future Hunters: Register Now for Final Hunter Education Course Offered in Moscow-Area
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MOSCOW - - The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is offering the final scheduled hunter education course for Moscow area youth. Because of high interest and limited space, prospective students are strongly encouraged to register for this class soon so they can complete the course in time to buy a license to hunt this… moreIraq Raincheck
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Members of the U.S. military who cannot participate in hunting or fishing because of the armed conflict in Iraq are entitled to a refund on licenses and tags or may take a raincheck for the 2004 seasons. Meeting in Lewiston April 24, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission unanimously approved a department recommendation… moreSalmon Run Beats Predictions
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This year's run of chinook came early and now looks much stronger than predicted. In a report to the Idaho Fish and Game Commission at its April 24 meeting in Lewiston, department biologists said the current forecast for Idaho chinook coming over Bonneville Dam is 24 percent higher than the April 3 forecast. The… moreExpanded Clearwater Salmon Season Starts Saturday
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Meeting in Lewiston April 24, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved an expanded chinook season for the Clearwater River. Boundaries for the expanded Clearwater fishery are the Kamiah Bridge, which crosses the river at 67.2 river miles, upstream to a posted boundary on the Middle Fork of the Clearwater River… moreLittle Salmon River Steelhead Season Extended
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Steelhead fishing on the Little Salmon River will continue through May 18. The season was to have ended April 30, but there are more fish in the river than expected, and hatchery needs have been met. Anglers have been reporting good fishing through most of the spring on the Little Salmon. Limits remain three per… 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 May 1 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… moreWin Big Buck$, Apply for Controlled Hunts Early
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Hunters who apply early for this fall's controlled hunts for deer, elk, black bear and antelope can win big bucks in either of two ways: draw a tag and hunt one in the field, or be the lucky winner of a drawing worth $600 or $400. The applications are accepted during the whole month of May, but only those received by… moreSportsmen Approved for Access Program
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Meeting in Lewiston April 24, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission unanimously approved recommendations of individuals for the committees that will select lands into the new access program. During its March meeting, the Commission authorized funding to immediately implement Access Yes. This new program is intended to… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. Can I exchange my hunting license and pay extra for a Sportsman's Pack? A. Nope. This kind of an exchange amounts to a license upgrade, which is now prohibited by Commission policy.2003 Big Game Seasons Set
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For outdoor enthusiasts, April brings two of the most anticipated days of the year: tax day and big game rule day. With 2003 big game seasons set, the rules brochures are now available, with seasonal information regarding deer, elk, antelope, black bear and mountain lion. Controlled hunt applications for these species (… moreBowhunter Education Course Offered in Grangeville
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GRANGEVILLE - Although archery hunting season remain several months away, a Grangeville-area archery education course is scheduled for the weekend of May 3 and 4. Because of high interest and limited space, prospective students are encouraged to register for this class soon so they can complete the course in time to buy… moreMay 6th IDFG Breakfast Forum Scheduled at Helm Restaurant
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LEWISTON - Outdoor enthusiasts are invited to the monthly Idaho Department of Fish and Game breakfast meeting to be held on Tuesday May 6, 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 their questions and comments," said Cal Groen,… moreNot Lured To Salmon Angling - Give Trout A Try
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LEWISTON - If you are an angler, but you're not caught up in the current salmon fishing frenzy, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game reminds you that area lakes and reservoirs can provide plenty of great fishing action. "Grab your fishing pole and go catch some trout close to home, " says Robert Hand, fisheries… more