I want to put a mechanical fishing reel so I can fish at night while sleeping and have food in the morn or fish while i set up camp and if not legal is it legal for catching ONLY non-game fish-thx

Answer: 
It is not legal to do this in Idaho.  Lines must be attended by the person fishing.  There is no exception for nongame fish.
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Monday, April 29, 2013 - 9:09 AM MDT