Press Releases and Articles
Fish and Game Makes Wolf Management Plans
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Idaho Fish and Game wildlife managers are making plans for managing wolves, including a possible hunting season, should they be removed from the endangered species list as proposed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Fish and Game biologists are updating data, reviewing conflict levels, population status and… moreBald Eagle Survey: Above Average Wintering Population
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The mid-winter bald eagle survey completed January 15 found 13 adults along the Snake River in north central Idaho, well above the long-term average of nine. "We counted 13 bald and eight golden eagles along the 55 mile route up the river," said Joel Sauder, nongame biologist for the Idaho Fish and Game in Lewiston… moreWild Turkey Population to be Monitored
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By Evin Oneale, Idaho Department of Fish and Game A select group of hen turkeys will soon be unwitting participants in a wild turkey population study on Andrus Wildlife Management Area near Cambridge. The cooperative effort between Idaho Fish and Game and the National Wild Turkey Federation aims to understand… moreAsk Fish and Game: Lifetime License Costs
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Q. If I buy a lifetime license and leave the state, do I have to pay nonresident tag fees? A. Yes. The lifetime license is valid regardless of where you live. Over years, you will save serious money on the license itself. But tag fees for nonresidents would apply if you become a resident of another state or country… moreFish and Game Aerial Operations Scheduled
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Mule deer will be the subject of some close looks by Idaho Fish and Game biologists beginning in early February. Several low-level helicopter survey operations are scheduled, in the area from Emmett to Riggins and from West Mountain to the Oregon border. "We want to give folks a heads up regarding this operation,"… moreAccess Yes! Bids Accepted Through February 15
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is looking for landowners interested in providing access for hunting, fishing, and other recreational activities in the Magic Valley Region. Access Yes! began in 2003 and continues to gain popularity with both landowners and sportsmen. The program compensates private landowners… moreBald Eagle Survey Shows Above Average Local Wintering Population
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The mid-winter bald eagle survey completed January 15, revealed 13 adults along the Snake River in north central Idaho. That's well above the long-term average of nine, says Joel Sauder, nongame biologist for the Idaho Fish and Game in the Clearwater Region "We counted 13 bald and 8 golden eagles along the 55 mile… moreTime to Apply For Turkey, Bear Controlled Hunts
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Hunters have until the middle of next month to apply for this spring's controlled turkey and bear hunts. The application period ends Sunday, February 15. Spring turkey and spring black bear seasons start April 15 - some controlled hunts open later. Leftover tags for spring turkey and bear controlled hunts go on… moreNow's the Time for a Hunter Education Course
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By Evin Oneale, Idaho Department of Fish and Game With online registration, signing up for a hunter education or bowhunter education course has never been easier. And this time of year, there are a number of courses to choose from. Idaho Fish and Game offers three course options for hunter education students and… moreWandering Wolverine Wonders Where he Went Wrong
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When a local Menan recreational trapper headed out to check his bobcat trap set, probably the last thing he expected to find was a wolverine. Wolverines are secretive animals whose numbers and travels still remain a mystery. Fortunately, the incidental trapping of this young male wolverine will help provide biologists… moreBald Eagle Days Feature Raptor Viewing
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The 10th annual Bald Eagle Days, January 29-31, will feature events for all ages, including viewing bald eagles and other wildlife along the Boise River. Bald Eagle Day, the signature event of the annual festivities, runs from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, January 31, at the Idaho Shakespeare Festival, 5657 Warm… moreAsk Fish and Game: Ice Fishing
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Q. If I can have five poles for ice fishing, does a two-pole permit mean I can have 10? A. No. Ice fishing rules are slightly different than general fishing for public safety and general crowding. Fishing is allowed only through a hole up to 10 inches in diameter. This reduces the risk of someone falling through holes… moreWinter Conditions Bode Well For Wildlife, So Far
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Native wildlife, such as deer and elk, have endured the rugged climate of eastern Idaho for thousands of years, so it's evident that they are capable of surviving if left on their own. The tricky part of the equation is that modern man has affected their population numbers and habitat to such an extent that biologists… moreRegister Now for Hunter or Bowhunter Education Course
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Is your son or daughter planning on hunting in Idaho this year? Seats are available at a number of hunter and bowhunter education courses scheduled February though April in several Lewiston area communities. Students can view a list courses being offered and register online at http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/cms/… moreIdaho Wolves: At A Glance
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Numbers: At the end of 2008 (tentative) 824 wolves, 88 packs of which 38 are considered breeding pairs. About 1,500 are found in Idaho, Montana and Wyoming. 84 wolves in 50 packs had radio collars in December 2008. Distribution: Wolves are found from the Canadian border to near Interstate 84 in southern Idaho, with… moreFact Sheet: Wolf Delisting
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Wolves are Recovered in the Northern Rocky Mountains The Northern Rocky Mountain gray wolf population first met the biological recovery goals in 2002. The northern Rockies regional population is comprised of wolf populations in Idaho, Montana and Wyoming. About 1,500 wolves live in the region, where wolves can travel… moreFrequently Asked Questions: Gray Wolf Delisting
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Q. When will wolves be removed from the federal Endangered Species list? A. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently announced that it will delist wolves in the Northern Rockies. Wolves in Idaho, Montana, eastern Oregon, eastern Washington, and a small portion of northwest Utah will be delisted. The entire state of… moreSteelhead Survey Available Online
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Any steelhead anglers who recently received a letter asking them to participate in the fall 2008 Steelhead Fishing Survey may now respond online instead of by mail or phone. This site - http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/cms/public/ - allows survey participants to enter their answers online. To proceed, click on "2008… more