ARTICLES BY IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME

Bird hunters encouraged to submit wings

With sage and sharp-tailed grouse seasons opening soon, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game is asking hunters to help gather grouse information by providing a fully feathered wing for each bird they harvest.

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Idaho Fish and Game's deer and elk outlook

Idaho big game hunters could have a hunting season to brag about this fall, and deer hunters could see the best hunting in more than 20 years and potentially a record harvest for white-tailed deer.

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Deadline to comment on fishing rule changes is Aug. 31

Fishing seasons and rules are revised every three years. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) is currently accepting public comments on proposed fishing rule changes for 2016-18, but the deadline to comment is coming soon. All comments must be received no later than Aug. 31 to be considered …

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IDFG: Waterfowl hunting rules will change; lots of ducks expected

Hunters will see similar waterfowl rules and bag limits to last year in most areas, but with minor season dates and bag limit changes. Excluding Zone 1 in Southeast Idaho, most of the state will open for waterfowl hunting on Oct. 17 and run until Jan. 29, and the youth …

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Second deer and elk tags discounted

COEUR d'ALENE - For hunters who want more hunting opportunity this fall, second general season deer or elk tags are available at a discount.

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Preparation is key to early big game hunts

With a number of hunting opportunities opening in early August on or near private property, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game reminds hunters that they can increase their success and avoid potential problems by obtaining landowner permission in advance and taking extra precautions to properly care for their harvested …

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Bringing back steelhead to the Potlatch River

While surveying the Potlatch River about 10 years ago, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game discovered something surprising - a resilient population of wild steelhead.

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Turkey, black bear seasons begin April 15

The general spring turkey and black bear seasons open April 15 - turkey hunts run through May 25, and spring black bear closing dates vary.

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IDFG offers new bowhunter online course

Idaho bowhunters in need of bowhunter education certification now have the option of being certified online. The course is designed to help Idaho bowhunters sharpen their skills and learn safe in-the-field practices.

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IDFG fisheries managers prepare for 2015 Chinook salmon season

COEUR d'ALENE - A few weeks from now, the first Chinook salmon on their way to Idaho will begin their journey from the Pacific Ocean to the fresh water streams of the Gem State.

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Wild turkeys introduced in Salmon region

While hunters across Idaho prepare for the upcoming wild turkey season this spring, Idaho Department of Fish and Game managers are looking further ahead, in hopes of providing more hunting opportunity in future years.

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Steelhead move up Clearwater as anglers prepare for spring bite

This winter has been a good one for steelhead anglers in Idaho, especially on the Clearwater River.

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Fish and Game gives anglers what they want - bigger fish

Idaho Department of Fish and Game fishery biologists have decided to take a new approach and stock many of Idaho's lakes and reservoirs with larger rainbow trout.

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IDFG: State wolf population above federal recovery levels

During its scheduled meeting in Boise on Jan. 21, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game Commission was updated on the status of Idaho's wolf population. Staff Biologist Jim Hayden's report offered three key messages: Idaho's wolf population is well above all standards for a recovered population; wolf monitoring was …

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Mild winter keeps Idaho deer and elk herds strong

After a banner year for Idaho hunters, deer and elk populations continue to benefit from mild winter conditions. Preliminary harvest surveys suggest high harvest and high success rates in 2014.

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