Press Releases and Articles
Ice Fishing Offers Cure for Cabin Fever
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By Phil Cooper, Idaho Department of Fish and Game Blank stares into holes in the ice, uncontrolled shivering, numbness in the feet and hands - maybe in the brain; it must be ice fishing season again. Most waters in the Idaho panhandle are open to ice fishing. But before we get far into the discussion it is… moreHunters May Sign up for Upland Game E-mail Forum
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Hunters may sign up to receive periodic e-mail updates on the Idaho Department of Fish and Game upland game management program, including turkeys and wildlife management area pheasant program. Past e-mail forums have included information on public surveys on upland game hunting in Idaho, public comment on development… moreSign Up Now for Project WILD Educator Workshops
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Do you worry about Nature Deficit Disorder? Sign up now for a Project WILD workshop. Project WILD workshops are designed for classroom teachers, day care providers, scout leaders and anyone else who is interested teaching kids about nature. The workshops begin at 4 p.m. Fridays and go all day Saturday. Three… moreFish and Game Commission to Meet in Boise
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission's annual meeting starts Tuesday, January 15, with a meeting with the House Resources and Conservation Committee. Bright and early Wednesday, January 16, commissioners will tour the Boise River Wildlife Management Area and that afternoon they will meet with Senate Resources and… moreAsk Fish and Game: Sand Shrimp
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Q. The new fishing rules say that live shrimp are not allowed as bait. Is there an exception on the Clearwater for salmon and steelhead angling? A. No. Live sand shrimp became illegal for use in Idaho when the new fishing rules took effect January 1. The change was made to reduce the risks from unauthorized releases… moreAsk the Conservation Officer (CO)
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by Gary Hompland, Regional Conservation Officer Question: "I enjoy winter-time sports and I frequently ski and skijor the groomed trails north of Ketchum with my dogs. With wolves in this area should I have any concerns?" Answer: I would say "concern" would be an appropriate word for any potential wildlife… moreFish and Game Commission to Meet in Boise
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission's annual meeting starts January 15 with a meeting with the House Resources and Conservation Committee. Bright and early Wednesday, January 16, commissioners will tour the Boise River Wildlife Management Area and meet that afternoon with Senate Resources and Environment Committee.… moreSpring Steelhead Season Starts
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For some anglers, the best thing about New Year's Day is the start of the spring steelhead season. The spring steelhead season runs from January 1 through April 30, with three exceptions. On the Little Salmon River the season runs through May 15; on the Salmon River from Lake Creek Bridge to Long Tom Creek, about a… moreNew Fishing Rules Books Now Available
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The new Idaho fishing rule book for 2008 and 2009 is back from the printers. The book will be available at most Idaho Fish and Game offices and license vendors. New rules this year include changes in bass limits, fish net and trap sizes and use of live bait. The size limit on smallmouth and largemouth bass has… moreLittle Change in Big Game Survival Rate
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The survival rate for radio-collared female elk and mule deer in an ongoing Idaho Fish and Game research project remained essentially the same in 2006. As of June 2007, the most recent results available, the overall survival rate of radio-collared adult female elk in the research areas was 88 percent; up from January… more2008 Access Yes! Bids Sought
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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. Access Yes! is in its fifth year and continues to gain popularity with landowners and hunters and anglers. The program compensates private landowners who provide public… moreAsk Fish and Game: Depredation Hunts
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Q. How do I get to participate in a depredation hunt this year? A. It's too late for this year, but hunters can sign up to participate in depredation hunts for deer, elk and pronghorn in areas they are willing to hunt in 2008. They may apply only once each year for deer, once for elk, and once for pronghorn.… moreAsk the Conservation Officer (CO)
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by Gary Hompland, Regional Conservation Officer Question: "I heard about a couple of situations where the Fish and Game Department issued citations to folks for having snakes. As a youngster growing up in Idaho, I always had snakes and reptiles as pets. Have the laws changed? Answer: Yes, like everything else… moreFishing the Boise River in Winter
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By Lance Hebdon - Idaho Fish and Game After the snow and icy roads last week, there is no doubt that winter is here. Yet despite colder weather and the appearance of Christmas lights, Treasure Valley residents have plenty of options for keeping cabin fever at bay with a close-to-home fishing trip to the Boise River.… moreHunting, Fishing Seasons Open During Holidays
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There's still time to bag that Christmas goose, or maybe a nice holiday season steelhead. For hunters and anglers itching to get out in the field or to wet a line during the holiday season, several opportunities are available. The pheasant season in Areas 1 and 3 is open through December 31. The forest grouse… moreSalmon Region Provides Ice Fishing Opportunities
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By Tom Curet, Idaho Department of Fish and Game Hey, folks - it's time to bundle up and get out on the ice for a day of fun; with the recent cold weather, conditions for ice fishing are improving daily. Recent angler accounts from Jimmy Smith and Williams Lakes indicate fishing is very good. Fish in Jimmy Smith… moreFish and Game Commission to Meet in Boise
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission is expected to take up a proposed change to muzzleloader rules at its annual meeting January 16 - 18 in Boise. The proposed change would allow the use of some inline weapons during muzzleloader-only seasons. The annual meeting kicks off with a public comment period at 7 p.m.… moreState Wildlife Grants Program Applications Due
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Applications for State Wildlife Grant program funds for spring 2008 projects will be accepted until February 15, 2008. The purpose of the State Wildlife Grant program is to meet the needs of "at risk" wildlife species by focusing conservation efforts on these species and their habitats before the need develops to list… more