Press Releases and Articles
Nesting Swans at Sand Creek Delay Access
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The continued attempts of trumpeter swans to nest at the Sand Creek Wildlife Management Area means that Idaho Fish and Game will again delay opening access to parts of the area until July 1. Areas specifically restricted from fishing and public access until July 1 include Ponds 2 and 4 in the main pond complex. "… moreHorsethief Reservoir Needs Summer Host
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Horsethief Reservoir is a summer weekend fishing destination for thousands of Idahoans. But the right person could spend the entire summer there in 2009, serving as host for the Idaho Fish and Game-owned reservoir and camping area. Applications are currently being accepted for the position of camp host at the… moreAsk the Conservation Officer (CO)
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By Gary Hompland, Regional Conservation Officer Question: What's this I hear the Fish and Game Department is 110 years old? I thought the Department began in 1938. Answer: May 5, 2009, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game celebrates 110 years of fish and wildlife conservation in Idaho. This statement may… moreBear Hunters: Season Closed May 15 in Some Units
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Lewiston area black bear hunters are reminded that the spring hunting season extension in big game management units 14, 15 and 18 does not go into effect until spring 2010. This change for 2010, designed to allow additional hunting opportunity, involves extending the spring season in units 14, 15 and 18 by 16 days to… moreWhat is the 21X deer hunt?
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Dead deer along the side of roads in Salmon Region are a common sight. They are an unfortunate product of our desire to reach our destinations quickly, relatively high deer numbers on agricultural lands and along river corridors, and fragmentation of deer habitat by roads and fences. Motor vehicle-deer collisions… moreAsk Fish and Game: Controlled Hunt Process
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Q. How does the controlled draw hunt system work? A. Here is a simplified version of how the controlled hunt drawing system works: The procedure has been computerized since 1973 and was certified random by Boise State University professors in 1977. Every applicant has the same chance of drawing. Officials verify that… moreApply Now for Controlled Hunts, Win Big Bucks
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There's still time to be eligible for Idaho Fish and Game's annual early application contest for 2009 controlled hunts. The application period for this fall's deer, elk, pronghorn and black bear and turkey controlled hunts continues through June 5. Hunters must have a 2009 Idaho hunting license to apply for… moreSouth Fork and Upper Salmon Chinook Fishery Set
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission Thursday, May 14, adopted Chinook fishing seasons on the South Fork Salmon and Upper Salmon rivers, and changed the limits on parts of the lower Salmon, Little Salmon and Snake rivers. South Fork Salmon River On the lower South Fork, the season opens June 20 and runs through July 5… moreLowered Chinook Forecast Results in Season Changes
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission Thursday, May 14, approved changes in Chinook salmon seasons and limits on the Clearwater and Lochsa rivers. A greatly reduced Chinook salmon run this year - from one half to one third of the predicted numbers - will also affect Chinook seasons in Idaho. Effective Monday, May 18,… moreGearing Up for Kokanee Fishing
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By Martin Koenig, Idaho Department of Fish and Game The warm weather may finally be here to stay, and to many anglers across the state, warm weather means kokanee fishing. With kokanee fisheries scattered across the state, opportunities abound for anyone to experience these exciting game fish. But before talking… moreThree-Day Birds of Prey Festival Starts Friday
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The new Snake River Birds of Prey Festival, celebrating the Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area, is set to be launched Friday. The festival, a three-day birding event on Friday through Sunday, May 15-17, at Reed Elementary School in Kuna, recognizes one of Idaho's hidden gems near Boise in the Snake… moreAsk Fish and Game: Family Fishing Waters?
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Q. Where is a good place to take a youngster fishing? A. Family Fishing Waters are great places to take the family fishing. They are easy to get to and have plenty of fish to catch. Each of Idaho Fish and Game's seven regions across the state can answer your questions and get you and your family started on the road… moreAsk the Conservation Officer (CO)
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By Gary Hompland, Regional Conservation Officer Question: "You haven't had any Ask the CO articles in the paper for a couple months. What's been going on?" Answer: I must apologize I occasionally run out of ideas for articles or struggle to meet media deadlines. However, there has been a lot going on this spring… moreWolf Delisting Rule Becomes Final
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The federal rule that removes gray wolves in Idaho from the endangered species list became final today, Monday, May 4. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's delisting rule affects wolves in Idaho, Montana, parts of Washington, Oregon and Utah. Wolves in Wyoming will remain on the endangered species list. Idaho has… moreSpotlighting Grangeville Poacher Sentenced
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With the white-tailed deer in his spotlight, William Gerten, 24, of Grangeville, shot it several times with a .22-caliber rifle on a cold night about a week before Christmas in 2008. He hit the deer, but he didn't kill it. Using the rifle as a club, he beat the deer to death, breaking the stock on its head. Nearby… moreFish and Game Seeks Comments on Sandhill Changes
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This year, Idaho Fish and Game proposes to simplify regulations and encourage participation in sandhill crane hunts. There would be no controlled hunts for sandhill cranes. Instead tags would be sold over the counter first come-first served for $15 each. Fish and Game is seeking comments on the proposal. Changes… moreApplication Period for Controlled Hunts is Open
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The application period for this fall's deer, elk, pronghorn and black bear controlled hunts is open and runs through June 5. Note to hunters: An error in the big game rule book left out a portion of three controlled elk hunts. Hunts 2021, 2090 and 2116 include all of Units 45 and 52. The 2008 harvest statistics and… moreFish and Game News Available
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Just in time for the official delisting of gray wolves in Idaho, the Idaho Fish and Game News quarterly tabloid is now available at license vendors and Fish and Game offices statewide. This issue is a special report on wolves and wolf management in Idaho when they are no longer under the protection of the federal… more