http://fishandgame.idaho.gov All wildlife, including all wild animals, wild birds, and fish, within the state of Idaho, is hereby declared to be the property of the state of Idaho. It shall be preserved, protected, perpetuated, and managed. It shall be only captured or taken at such times or places, under such conditions, or by such means, or in such manner, as will preserve, protect, and perpetuate such wildlife, and provide for the citizens of this state and, as by law permitted to others, continued supplies of such wildlife for hunting, fishing and trapping. en-us News http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/ifwis/images/idfg_logo.gif http://fishandgame.idaho.gov Mon, 20 May 2013 17:03:55 -0000 Mon, 20 May 2013 17:03:55 -0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Idaho Fish and Game RSS/XML/CAP Generator v1.01 niels.nokkentved@idfg.idaho.gov (Nokkentved,Niels) Idaho Fish and Game http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6658 Clearwater River drainage: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday only.

• Clearwater River: From the Camas Prairie railroad bridge at Lewiston upstream to the Cherry Lane Bridge and from the Lenore Bridge upstream to the Highway 11 Greer Bridge.
• North Fork Clearwater: From the mouth upstream to Dworshak Dam excluding the perimeter of the Dworshak National Hatchery at Ahsahka. Fishing from any watercraft is prohibited.
• South Fork Clearwater River: From its mouth upstream to the confluence of the American and Red rivers.
• Middle Fork Clearwater River: From the mouth of the South Fork Clearwater River upstream to the confluence of the Lochsa and Selway rivers.

Lochsa River is closed entirely to fishing. Salmon River drainage:

• Lower Salmon River: From the Rice Creek Bridge upstream to the posted boundary at the mouth of Short's Creek (about 1.4 miles upstream of the mouth of the Little Salmon River).
• Little Salmon River: From the mouth upstream to the US Highway 95 Bridge near Smokey Boulder Road.

Snake River:

• Snake River: From the Dug Bar boat ramp upstream to Hells Canyon Dam.

Fishing hours: Consistent with hours fished in recent years. See the Idaho Fish and Game 2013 Chinook Salmon Seasons and Rules pamphlet for daily start and end times. Limits:

• On the Clearwater and Snake rivers, the daily limit is four Chinook, only one may be an adult, and the possession limit is 12 Chinook, only three of which may be adults.
• On the lower Salmon and Little Salmon rivers, the daily limit is four, only two may be adults, and the possession limit is 12 Chinook, only six of which may be adults.
• Season limit statewide: 10 adult Chinook during the 2013 seasons occurring before September 1.

Only Chinook salmon with a clipped adipose fin, as evidenced by a healed scar, may be kept. An angler must cease fishing for Chinook salmon once they have retained their daily, possession, or season limit of adult Chinook salmon or their overall (fish of any size) daily or possession limit of Chinook salmon, whichever comes first. Only adult Chinook salmon must be recorded on the salmon permit. An adult Chinook is any adipose fin-clipped Chinook 24 or more inches from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail. Chinook salmon less than 24 inches (jacks) count against the daily limit but need not be recorded on the salmon permit. For details, see the Fish and Game website at http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/fish/?getPage=110. ]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6658 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6657 Q. When does Fish and Game start stocking fish, and how can I find out where they are being stocked? A. Fish and Game stocks some waters all year round. Other waters are stocked at various times during the year. For a current stocking report contact the regional Fish and Game office, or go online to: http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/fish/stocking/. For information about stocking schedules, go online to regional fishing reports at:

• Panhandle Region, http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/fish/?getPage=227
• Clearwater Region, http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/fish/?getPage=228
• Southwest Region, http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/fish/?getPage=230
• Magic Valley Region http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/fish/?getPage=229
• Southeast Region, http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/fish/?getPage=231
• Upper Snake Region, http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/fish/?getPage=226
• Salmon Region, http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/fish/?getPage=225

]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6657 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6656 Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6656 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6655 Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6655 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6654 Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6654 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6653

May 14, 2013- Butte Middle School, 250 South Water St., Arco.

May 16, 2013 - Madison Middle School, 575 West 7th South, Rexburg.

May 22, 2013 - Upper Snake Region office, 4279 Commerce Circle, Idaho Falls.

Those unable to attend, but having questions or requiring special assistance may contact Daryl Meints at 208-525-7290 or daryl.meints@idfg.idaho.gov or through the Idaho Relay Service at 1-800-377-3529(TDD). ]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6653 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6652 Q. I hear the Lochsa is closed to salmon fishing. Is that just for now, or if the counts stay good, will you open it later in the end of May? Or was it decided to not open the Lochsa for salmon this year at all? A. Based on the fish counts to date, it is extremely unlikely that the Lochsa River would be opened to Chinook salmon fishing this year. The current forecast of returning Chinook indicates that only limited fishing opportunity can be provided in the Clearwater River drainage. ]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6652 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6651 Mon, 6 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6651 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6650 Mon, 6 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6650 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6649

Bears like pet food as much as dogs or cats do. Keep pet food secured and not in a bowl outdoors.

Keep garbage in a secure location and place it at the curb only on the morning of pick up.

If you encounter a persistent or aggressive bear, contact the local Fish and Game office with the details.

Remember to be vigilant. It's shaping up to be a hot, dry summer. ]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6649 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6648 Mon, 6 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6648 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6647 Mon, 6 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6647 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6646 Mon, 6 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6646 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6645 Fri, 3 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6645 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6644 Clearwater River drainage: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday only.

• Clearwater River - lower main stem: From the Camas Prairie Railroad Bridge upstream to the Highway 12 (Arrow) Bridge.
• Clearwater River - middle main stem: From the posted boundary near the confluence of the North Fork and Clearwater rivers upstream to the Orofino bridge.
• Clearwater River - upper main stem: From Orofino Bridge upstream to the Highway 11 Greer Bridge.
• North Fork Clearwater: From the mouth upstream to Dworshak Dam excluding the perimeter of the Dworshak National Hatchery at Ahsahka. Fishing from any watercraft is prohibited.
• South Fork Clearwater River: From the Highway 13 bridge approximately 0.2 miles downstream of the Harpster Grade Road upstream to the Highway 14 bridge at Mount Idaho Grade.
• Middle Fork Clearwater River: From the mouth of the South Fork Clearwater River upstream to the confluence of the Lochsa and Selway rivers.

Salmon River drainage:

• Lower Salmon River: From the Rice Creek Bridge upstream to the to a posted boundary at the mouth of Short's Creek (about 1.4 miles upstream of the mouth of the Little Salmon River).
• Little Salmon River: From the mouth upstream to the US Highway 95 Bridge near Smokey Boulder Road.

Snake River:

• Snake River: From the Dug Bar boat ramp upstream to Hells Canyon Dam.

Fishing hours: Consistent with hours fished in recent years. See the Idaho Fish and Game 2013 Chinook Salmon Seasons and Rules pamphlet for daily start and end times. Limits:

• On the Clearwater and Snake rivers the daily limit is four Chinook, only one may be an adult, and the possession limit is 12 Chinook, only three may be adults.
• On the lower Salmon and Little Salmon rivers, the daily limit is four, only two may be adults, and the possession limit is 12 Chinook, only six of which may be adults.
• Season limit statewide: 10 adult Chinook during the 2013 seasons occurring before September 1.

Only Chinook salmon with a clipped adipose fin, as evidenced by a healed scar, may be kept. An angler must cease fishing for Chinook salmon once they have retained their daily, possession, or season limit of adult Chinook salmon or their overall (fish of any size) daily or possession limit of Chinook salmon, whichever comes first. Only adult Ch ]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6644 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6643 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6643 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6642

Game and Activity Stations: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Guided Bird Walks: begin at 9:30 a.m. and 11a.m.

Live Bird Banding: 9 a.m. to noon (depending on the weather).

Live Bird Presentations: begin at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1p.m., and 2p.m.

Burgerlicious Food Truck: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

While ongoing threats continue to endanger many of the nearly 350 species of birds that migrate annually between summer and winter habitats, conservation organizations, federal and state agencies, and individuals have shown that they can make a real difference. Launched in 1993 by the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center, International Migratory Bird Day is now coordinated by Environment for the Americas, based in Boulder, Colo. Migratory Bird Day is the largest-known bird conservation and education event of its kind in the Western Hemisphere. Partners and sponsors this year include the Bureau of Land Management, Idaho Bird Observatory, Boise National Forest, U.S. Forest Service's Rocky Mountain Research Station, Golden Eagle Audubon Society, Idaho Watchable Wildlife, Anser Charter School, Doug Rose, Whole Foods Market, Wild Birds Unlimited and Cabela's. Contact Sue Dudley at 208-287-2900 or sue.dudley@idfg.idaho.gov with any questions. ]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6642 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6641 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6641 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6640 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6640 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6639 Panhandle Region: 3 to 7 p.m. (PDT)

• May 2: Panhandle regional office, 2885 W. Kathleen Ave., Coeur d'Alene.

Clearwater Region: 4 to 7 p.m. (PDT)

• May 16: Hereth Park, 1534 Powers Ave., Lewiston.
• May 23: Riverside Park, Highway 12, Kamiah.

Southeast Region: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (MDT)

• May 13: Larsen-Sant Library, 109 South 1st East, Preston.
• May 14: Senior Center, 60 South Main St., Soda Springs.
• May 16: Southeast regional office, 1345 Barton Road, Pocatello.

Southwest Region (McCall): 4 to 7 p.m. (MDT)

• May 16: Weiser High School Library, 690 W. Indianhead Road, Weiser.
• May 21: Southwest regional office, 555 Dienhard Lane, McCall.

Magic Valley Region: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. (MDT)

• May 15: Magic Valley regional office, 324 S. 417 E., Suite #1, Jerome.

Upper Snake Region: 7 to 9 p.m. (MDT)

• May 14: Butte Middle School, 250 South Water St., Arco.
• May 16: Madison Middle School, 575 West 7th South, Rexburg.
• May 22: Upper Snake regional office, 4279 Commerce Circle, Idaho Falls.

Salmon Region: 4 to 7 p.m. (MDT)

• May 21: Salmon regional office, 99 Highway 93 North, Salmon.
• May 22: Challis Community Event Center, Clinic Road, Challis.

Another way to stay informed about the process is to sign up for e-mail updates-- also available on the Fish and Game home page at http://fishandgame.idaho.gov. Comments are due by May 31. Comments may be submitted during public meetings; to wildlife managers at regional offices; by e-mail to idfginfo@idfg.idaho.gov; or by mail to Elk Plan Comments, P.O. Box 25, Boise ID 83707. Anyone interested may track the elk planning progress online at http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/elkplanning. ]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6639 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6638 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6638 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6637 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6637 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6636 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6636 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6635 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6635 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6634 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=6634 2 Headquarters Headquarters in Boise