Gun hunting safety and Snake River use study update
The report shows gun hunting accidents per 100000 licenses dipped from 24 to 22.7 between 1968 and 1970, with deer and rabbit hunting key contributors. Youth ages 10 to 19 account for nearly half of involved shooters and victims, most incidents occur within 0 to 10 yards, and common causes include mistaken identity and loaded guns in vehicles. Also summarized is the Snake River study recording 6476 man days annually for fishing, hunting, boating, and other recreation, with anglers dominating usage and outdoorsmen preferring free flowing river stretches. The Idaho Fish and Game Commission plans a Boise meeting January 18 to set opening dates for 1972 big game seasons, with a public hearing January 19.
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Idaho Fish and Game Department
Washington Game Department
Idaho Fish and Game Commission
Boise
Golden Eagle Pass Expires. Daily Fees Continue Pending Act
Daily entrance and user fees will persist in the National Park System as Congress considers extending the Golden Eagle Pass. The annual $10 entrance permit expired Dec 31, 196. Beginning Jan 1 only daily fees will be collected until legislation allows continued public sale of the pass. Fees range $1-$3 per car and $0.10 to ride the Washington Monument elevator. camping fees run $2-$4 in 86 parks.
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National Park System
National Park Service
Congress
Land and Water Conservation Act
Washington Monument
National Park
Deer Pursuits and Hazards Plague Clearwater Deer
A wildlife bulletin notes deer losses at Dworshak Dam on the North Fork Clear Water River as winter ice fails and trains threaten tracks. It mentions 100 deer lost near the reservoir, rail lines near St. Maries, and efforts to deter deer from tracks with feeding troughs and specialized pellets. It also warns about dogs chasing deer and urges responsible pet ownership.
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Dworshak
Orofino
Dwarshak
St. Maries
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Fish & Game News
Snake River
Asotin Dam
Colburn, Idaho
British Columbia
Jack McNeel
Goobies & Sons Meats
John Campbell
Bob Wilcox
Dee