Press Releases and Articles
Pheasants Trapped for Transplants
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Wild pheasants trapped in Idaho and four other western states will be released in the Magic Valley and Upper Snake Regions this winter, part of a plan to try to rebuild ringneck numbers in southern Idaho. Fish and Game is changing the way it deals with pheasant populations in the wake of discussions with legislators… moreBig Changes for Lake Pend Oreille Trophy Fishery
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Although most anglers have heard of the major changes in fishing regulations on Lake Pend Oreille, many are still wondering exactly what the changes were, what those changes were based on, and what more is being done to help rebuild the kokanee population. The Idaho Fish and Game Commission recently passed emergency… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. I thought Fish and Game had an "electronic bulletin board service." What happened? A. The F… moreFatality Total Worst Since 1982
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Idaho's 1999-2000 hunting seasons ended with the highest number of fatalities since 1982. Five people died in hunting-associated shooting incidents during the seasons recently ended. Four non-fatal shootings were also reported, below the 20-year average for such incidents. Compared to recent statistics, the number… moreLost and Found! Missing Forms Found
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Data from an estimated 5,000 hunter report cards was recovered February 10, according to Assistant Director Steve Huffaker. It was still with the contractor in Omaha, Nebraska. "They did the data entry, but forgot to ship the electronic file," said Huffaker. "The additional reports will bring the results closer to… moreRadio News Available on Website
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For several months, Fish and Game has offered radio stations a telephone number with recorded sound bites. Now, that service is available on the agency website as well. The service, located at http://www.state.id.us/fishgame/radio.htm provides sound bites and background information for daily news stories on Idaho's… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. My son won't be old enough to buy a hunting license until after the controlled hunt application period. Can he apply anyway? A. Yes, he can actually buy a hunting license at age 11 IF he has completed the required hunter education course. However, he can not use the license to hunt until he turns 12… moreSheep Tag Goes for $46,000
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The Idaho bighorn auction permit brought $46,000 at the recent Foundation for North American Wild Sheep (FNAWS) convention. Jerry Tyrell, president of the Washington FNAWS chapter, bought the permit for the coming fall sheep hunt. Last year's permit sold for $36,500. Idaho gives one bighorn sheep permit to FNAWS… moreHunters Not at Fault in Report Card Problems
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Hunters are not at fault in the problems with Fish and Game's deer and elk hunter report cards, said assistant director Steve Huffaker. "We have a problem with data management that isn't the hunters' fault," Huffaker said, "and due to that problem we sent out reminder letters telling hunters we didn't have their reports… moreFishing Rules Changed in Panhandle, Upper Snake
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Meeting in Boise Jan. 27, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission voted unanimously to change some fishing rules in the Panhandle and Upper Snake regions. Lake Pend Oreille and the Clark Fork River are the waters affected in the Panhandle and Henrys Fork of the Snake River in the Upper Snake Region. Anglers can help keep… moreFish and Game Receives Blood Award
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The Lewis and Clark Region of the American Red Cross has awarded Fish and Game employees its certificate of appreciation for donating 176 pints of blood in 1999. The award for "outstanding service and dedication" to Red Cross blood drives was earned by Fish and Game employees in headquarters, regional offices across… moreAsk Fish and Game
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Q. Why is the size of the hole limited to 10 inches for ice fishing? A. For your own safety. Idaho Code section 36-1509 specifies this. There are exceptions, such as the one on Bear Lake in the Southeast Region, where any sized hole may be cut to go after cisco with a dip net.Lost and Found! Missing Forms Found
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Data from an estimated 5,000 hunter report cards was recovered Feb. 10, according to Assistant Director Steve Huffaker. It was still with the contractor in Omaha, Nebraska. "They did the data entry, but forgot to ship the electronic file," said Huffaker. "The additional reports will bring the results closer to where… moreOpen House Meetings Set for 2000 Big Game Rules
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The Magic Valley Regional Fish and Game staff will host three public meetings next week to gather input and comments on the proposed 2000 big game rules. These rules will cover season lengths, permit levels, opening dates, etc. for deer, elk, antelope, black bear and cougar this coming fall. Regional matters to be… moreRifle & Bow Hunter Registration Dates Set for Region
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Registration for spring and summer rifle and bow hunter education classes will be held at seven locations throughout the region the last week of February and the first week of March. This will be the only opportunity to sign up for one of these classes before the controlled hunt application period. Anyone born on… moreWinter Wildlife Conditions Report February 2000
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UPPER SNAKE REGION - Although the winter conditions in the Upper Snake have been milder than normal, we have not been immune to depredation problems by antelope, deer, elk and moose. These depredations are occurring on haystacks, but are not because of the lack of available native forage. Rather, they are due to the fact… moreSando to Head Fish and Game
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Nancy Hadley, chair of the Idaho Fish and Game Commission, today announced that the Commission has selected Rodney Sando, former director of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, to be director of the Department of Fish and Game. Mr. Sando's selection, which was unanimously supported by the seven Commissioners,… moreCommission Gavel Passes to Burns
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Salmon Region commissioner John Burns of Carmen has been selected to chair the seven-member Idaho Fish and Game Commission for the coming year. Magic Valley Region commissioner Fred Wood will serve as vice-chair. The "passing of the gavel" took place January 27 at the commission's annual meeting. Burns is a retired… more