Welcome to Idaho Fish and Game’s Hook and Bulletin podcast—your weekly news roundup of hunting, fishing, trapping, and conservation stories from around the Gem State.

This week on the Hook and Bulletin, we’ll be talking about a unique population of sharp-tailed grouse in Southwest Idaho, why you need to watch out for coyotes this time of year, exterminating Idaho's public lands of litter bugs, and a deep dive into the 2024 Hunter Harvest Report. Hosted by Fish and Game’s Public Information Specialist Connor Jay Liess.

IN THIS EPISODE

(00:01:06) Hunter Harvest Report: Idaho deer and elk hunters go 3 for 3 in 2024

(00:11:38) Gettin’ Lek-ky: A look at the unique and peculiar lives of SW Idaho’s sharp-tailed grouse

(00:16:16) Springtime can bring conflicts with off-leash dogs and coyotes during breeding season

(00:22:10) Don't Be a Litter Bug: Spring cleaning for Idaho’s public land

(00:25:19) 2025-26 Idaho Big Game Season and Rules available online

(00:27:07) RAPID FIRE BULLETIN 

▪️ Full story: https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/attention-anglers-spring-fishing-closures-multiple-magic-valley-region-fisheries-are-effect 

(00:29:40) QUESTION OF THE WEEK: "I’ve found online that disabled vets can get reduced prices, but do I have to be a resident for that?"

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