Press Releases and Articles
Spring Turkey Hunting Begins April 15
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Hunters who have finished with taxes before the deadline can expect to find Idaho's wild turkey populations in good shape. The general season youth turkey hunt runs Thursday April 8 through Wednesday April 14. Youths 15 years or younger on April 8, may participate in the youth hunt. All youth hunters must have a valid… moreHunters Can Help Citizens Against Poaching
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Hunters who are applying for a controlled hunt might consider helping the fight against poaching, and it won't cost them an extra dime. The major source of revenue for the Citizens Against Poaching program - also known as CAP - is a check-off on controlled hunt applications. Simply check the "YES" box, and $1 of the $… moreFrom the Field: Chinook Season
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By Jim Lukens Idaho Department of Fish and Game While most anglers are still focused on steelhead fishing, some are turning their attention to Chinook salmon fishing. Biologists are predicting a return of hatchery fish in adequate numbers to support a fishery in the upper Salmon River. Similar to last year, fishing… moreWildlife Volunteers Wanted
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By Michael Young - Idaho Department of Fish and Game If cabin fever has you itching to get outside, consider helping with a project through Fish and Game's Volunteer Program. A variety of interesting and worthwhile projects are scheduled for the coming weeks, all of them designed to benefit wildlife habitat and the… more
Using the Google Visualization API, Basic Pie Image Charts
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As we move away from server-side generation of graphics, many people have been inquiring as to how to use Google Charts, Graphs and Maps in their applications. In this series I'll start with the simplest integration and slowly add complexity to see what is possible.
There is lots of great documentation on… more
Moose, Sheep, Goat Applications
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April is not just tax month; it's also the month to apply for moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat hunts. Applications for these controlled hunts will be accepted from April 1 through April 30. Hunters may apply at Fish and Game offices, license vendors, and with a credit card by telephone or over the Internet.… moreF&G Lifts Kokanee Limits below Dworshak Reservoir
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With many dead and dying kokanee that have been flushed through Dworshak Dam, the bag and possession limits will be removed for kokanee in the North Fork Clearwater River and Clearwater River downstream of the North Fork in Clearwater County, effective through May 15. While anglers can take home as many kokanee as… moreGive the Critters a Break
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By Dane Cook - Idaho Department of Fish and Game It's springtime, and there's nothing better to cure a case of cabin fever than to get out and go for a walk, run or just be outside. This seems to be the case for not only humans but also our four-legged friends. While everyone should be encouraged to get outdoors… moreFish and Game's Annual Fur Auction Set for April 2
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Idaho Fish and Game will auction furs, hides, antlers, traps and miscellaneous hunting and fishing equipment on Saturday, April 2, at the Clearwater Regional office, 3316 16th St., in Lewiston. Anyone interested may view the items beginning at 8 a.m., with the auction beginning promptly at 10 a.m. Auction items… moreVisit Your Local Fish Hatchery
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By Bryan Grant - Idaho Department of Fish and Game In today's world, it's difficult to find an inexpensive place to take the kids for a fun-filled afternoon. One excursion that is sure to be a hit with children young and old is a visit to your local Idaho Fish and Game fish hatchery. Fish and Game operates 19… moreAsk Fish and Game: Big Game Rules
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Q. I want to apply for a controlled hunt; when do the big game regs come out? A. The 2011 Big Game Seasons and Rules will be available after the Idaho Fish and Game Commission sets seasons at the March 29 meeting. The rules will be available on the Fish and Game website - http://fishandgame.idaho.gov - within a few… moreSteelhead Left to Waste; Public's Help Sought
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Fish and Game is asking the public for information regarding the dumping of nine hatchery steelhead near Emmett. Citizens against Poaching is offering a reward for information in the case and callers may remain anonymous. Contact CAP at 1-800-632-5999, 24 hours a day. The steelhead were discovered on Tuesday,… moreFish and Game Recognizes Hunter Education Instructors
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Idaho Fish and Game's Salmon Region held its annual Hunter Education Instructor's Appreciation Banquet on Friday, March 4. Thirty people attended as the 2010 Salmon Region hunter education instructor of the year was announced at the Sacajawea Center. Richard Hadlock was honored with the award. Hadlock has been a… moreElk Poacher Pleads Guilty to Felony Charge
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By Evin Oneale - Idaho Department of Fish and Game Nearly one and one-half years after poaching two bull elk near Idaho City, a former Meridian man will pay thousands of dollars in fines and restitution to the residents of Idaho. In October 2009, and accompanied by his seven-year-old son, Gary A. Parrott, 37,… moreF&G Commission to Set Big Game, Salmon Seasons
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The Idaho Fish and Game Commission will meet March 28 and 29 at the Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, 1800 Fairview Ave., Boise. An open public hearing will be at 7 p.m. Monday, March 28. In the morning Tuesday, March 29, commissioners will consider seasons for deer, elk, pronghorn, black bear and mountain lion… moreForecast Looks Good for Chinook Salmon Season
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Idaho Fish and Game plans to propose spring seasons on Chinook salmon fishing to the Idaho Fish and Game Commission in late March. This year is not expected to be as good as last year, but the 2011 Chinook salmon return is on track to be the sixth best year since 1980. The fish are still out in the Pacific Ocean, but… moreThe Fine Points of Shed Hunting
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By Nathan Stohosky - Idaho Department of Fish and Game Antler hunting, more commonly known as shed hunting, is a favorite pastime for those of us suffering from cabin fever. As the winter months pass and spring looms upon us, many people head for the hills in search of the antlers deer and elk have dropped in… moreTax Checkoff Supports Wildlife
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As you sweat your way through this year's tax forms, it might lift spirits a little to check the box for donating to Idaho's wildlife. Taxpayers may check the square on their Idaho tax forms to donate any amount of their refund to the Nongame Wildlife Conservation Fund administered by Idaho Fish and Game. Other Fish… more