Press Releases and Articles
Late, Late Harvest Report
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A lot of folks who hunted big game in Idaho last fall are still a little late in filing their mandatory hunter harvest reports. But 26 years? Shortly after Fish and Game issued a reminder letter in December to hunters whose 2001 harvest reports had not been recorded, the Department received a response in a form no one… moreCooking on the Wild Side
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So you have a freezer full of game and no chance to go hunting again until turkey season opens in the spring? Well, you can use that down time to bone up on some gourmet wild game recipes and learn more about hunting and fishing in Idaho at the same time. Hagerman Chef Kirt Martin explores the delicate flavors of wild… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. When do we see the new rules booklets on the turkey and bear seasons? A. The turkey seasons and rules booklet for 2002 has just been delivered to vendors and Fish and Game offices all over Idaho. The contents of the booklet have been available for some time on the department web site at http://www2.state.id.us/… moreStormy Weather Can Mean Good News For Winter Steelheaders
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LEWISTON -- The Idaho Department of Fish and Game reminds winter steelhead anglers that while the recent precipitation may have caused frustration, the high muddy waters can be a blessing in disguise. "Fishing can be dynamite after a high water event," said IDFG Fisheries Technician Larry Barrett at Lewiston. "This… moreHunting Is Safe Recreation
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LEWISTON -- Many people wrongly assume hunting is dangerous, but according to statistics from the National Safety Council, hunting is one of the safest forms of recreation in the United States. Statistics show that more people are injured playing ping-pong or shooting billiards than hunting each year. For every 100,… moreFemale Mountain Lion Season Closed in Hunt Unit 39
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As of Wednesday, January 9 the female portion of the mountain lion hunting season in hunt unit 39 has been closed by order of the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. "Either sex lion hunting in this unit was scheduled to remain open until March 31, or until ten female lions were harvested, whichever came first," Fish… moreHunter Education Class Registration Scheduled
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Although hunting seasons remain several months away, spring hunter education and bowhunter education classes are now forming. Because of high interest and limited space, participants are urged to register during upcoming registration sessions. On Wednesday, January 23, Nampa/Caldwell area hunter education class… moreTurkeys Galore!
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ROBERTS - Wild turkeys are not native to Idaho, but introduction efforts started in the early Sixties have really begun to pay off in recent years for most portions of the state. Turkey populations in the Clearwater and Panhandle Regions have done so well that wildlife biologists are looking at having nearly a thousand… moreBig Game Feeding Program Seeks Volunteers
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Big game winter feeding efforts continue in the Garden Valley /Lowman area. With several weeks of winter remaining, Fish and Game is looking for volunteers to help with the feeding effort. "We want to invite anyone who would like to help out with the effort to give us a call," Fish and game landowner/sportsman… moreCommission Meets in Boise January 16-18
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Marcus Gibbs will begin his first turn at the gavel when the Idaho Fish and Game Commission meets in Boise January 16-18. The Commission meeting will begin at 3:30 p.m. Jan. 16 and hold a public hearing from 6-8 p.m. in the Trophy Room at 600 South Walnut in Boise. The Commission will be in a legislative budget… moreFeeding Wintering Game Birds
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Feeding wintering game birds is unlikely to make a difference in the size of next fall's flocks. Since substantial snows have fallen across Idaho, some residents have approached Fish and Game about feeding game birds. Although the department generally has no objection to citizens feeding the birds on private land,… moreBird Seasons Draw to Close
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Idaho's game bird seasons are over or soon will be. Pheasant and quail seasons ended December 31 but upland bird hunters can still pursue chukar and gray partridge throughout the entire state through January 15. Pheasant hunting ended November 30 in the eastern half of the state. Duck and goose hunters have until… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. When can I find a copy of the 2002 big game rules? A. Big game seasons will not be set by the Fish and Game Commission until March. The proclamation booklet will be available at vendors, Fish and Game offices and on the Fish and Game Internet web site in April.Hunting Seasons Not Over For The Eager
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Though most hunting seasons closed with the New Year, hunters willing to brave the winter weather still have opportunities at a variety of game. Chukar and gray partridge seasons end January 15, with goose and duck seasons closing January 20. Crow season lasts through January 31, and falconers can hunt upland… moreWild Turkey Regulations Available
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Hunters looking forward to hunting turkeys this fall in the Clearwater Region of Idaho will find increased season lengths and reduced tag prices in the 2002 Wild Turkey regulations now available at all license vendors and Fish and Game offices. New for the 2002 season is a late spring/fall general tag, which is valid… moreClean Feeders Important For Safe Bird Feeding
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LEWISTON - With bird feeding being a popular winter activity for many, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game warns that the good intentions of some bird enthusiasts can lead to harmful effects on our local songbirds. Diseases, such as Salmonella and Avian Pox, are easily spread when birds are crowded at dirty… moreTips For Feeding Winter Birds
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LEWISTON - Feeding wild birds is one of the most popular outdoor activities in the U.S., and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game encourages bird enthusiasts to keep a few things in mind to help assure successful bird feeding. "The location of your feeder and what food it offers is very important for attracting… moreMountain Lion Season Closes in Units 56 & 57
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The mountain lion harvest season in game management units 56 (Sublette) and 57 (Black Pine) is closed effective January 2, 2002. A third female lion was taken in the Burnt Creek drainage of unit 57 on December 29, 2001. Units 56 and 57 have a combined female lion quota of three animals. A dog-training season for lions… more