IDFG News for February 17, 2011
Coeur d'Alene Press | UPDATED 15 years, 7 months AGO
Fish and Game begins aerial surveys for bighorn sheep
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game began conducting aerial surveys for bighorn sheep Feb. 14 along the Snake and Salmon rivers in Big Game Management Unit 11.
The helicopter surveys are scheduled during the winter months to cover areas at the same time of the year so that information gathered is comparable from year to year. The goal is to compare population trends, and age and sex ratios. This information allows biologists to be more precise in setting seasons and tag levels, which results in maximum opportunity for hunters.
In spite of the high costs and the danger associated with low-level flying, helicopter surveys continue to provide wildlife managers with the best information to use in managing wildlife.
Vehicle, equipment auction set for Feb. 26 in Nampa
A public auction of vehicles and other equipment used by Idaho Fish and Game is set for Feb. 26 at Dealers Auto Auction, 3323 Port St. in Nampa.
This year's sale includes pickups, ATVs, travel trailers, boats and more.
To contact Dealers Auto Auction call (208) 463-8250, or visit the Internet at https://www.daaofidaho.com.