Anglers Await June 4 Opening of Idaho Fishing Season
Idaho wildlife officials announce June 4 as the opening day for the new fishing season across the state. Portneuf River area, Pebble Creek, Toponce Creek, and Rapid Creek are among waterways watched for conditions, with fly fishing limited for now. Local shops anticipate strong gear sales as anglers prepare for a five month season and new regulations.
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Mackay
Idaho
N Junior
Clyde Schoont
Bannock County Sportsmandation
Frank Hugh
Ang Jers
Portneuf
Rapid Creek
Marsh Creek
Keough
Conservation Cer
Idaho Angling Season Rules For 1949 Area Closures and Hours
Idaho fish and game department releases 1949 season details. General season runs June 4 to October 31 with bag limits of 10 pounds and one fish, up to 20 fish per day or possession, and a maximum of five trout under six inches daily. Numerous county closures, river and creek boundaries, and time restrictions apply across Bannock, Bingham, Caribou, Bear, Fremont, Lemhi, Madison, Bonneville, Power, and other areas, including Henrys Lake, Island Park, and Snake River sections. Some zones require fishing only from 4 am to 10 pm. others are closed entirely or open intermittently May 1 to Oct 31.
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Bannock County
Portneuf
Lava Hot Springs
Bingham County
Snake River
New Tilden Bridge
Fremont County
North Fork
Island Park, Land and Cattle Company
Osborne Bridge
Henry's Lake
Staley Springs
Hatchery Creek
Island Park Reservoir
Hotel Creek
Icehouse Creek
Big Spring
Thurburn Creek
West
Middle Forks
Island Park
Ashton
Black Springs Creek
State Fish and Hatchery
Henry’s Lake
Lemhi
Williams Lake Inlet
Lemhi River
Idaho Power Company
Madison
Bonneville
South Fork
Heise
Wyoming Line
Burns Creek
McCoy Creek
POWER
Massacre Rocks
American Falls Reclamation Dam
Idaho
Gem State
Fish and Game Department
Shortstop Wright Leads 1869 Cincinnati Stockings Hit Pace
Wright of the Cincinnati Stockings in 1869 hit .581 with 339 runs and 59 home runs in 52 games, a remarkable season pacing the club. The note oddly adds a Northern Finland reference to reindeer moss.
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Ncinnati — Shortstoy Ree Wright
Cincinnati Stockings
Finland
Record short lived at St Marys Hospital in La Salie Ill
An 84 year old patient had an appendectomy at St Marys Hospital La Salle Ill. The operation set a record at first but was soon surpassed by 91 year old Miss Kate Moriarity.
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LA Salie
Ill
St. Mary's Hospital
Bullit
Kate Moriarity
Idaho sells over 200 thousand fishing licenses in small state
More than 200000 fishing licenses were sold in Idaho last year, a state with fewer than 560000 residents. The report highlights strong participation in outdoor recreation despite the state’s small population.
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Boise
Idaho
Idaho Opens General Trout Season June Fourth
Anglers nationwide and hundreds of locals await June 4 start of Idaho’s general trout season, extending to October 31. Worms spinners and salmon eggs popular. Henry’s Lake opens June 15. Licenses cost two to ten dollars. five day or season non resident permits available. Special stream closures apply. check regulations and road conditions before heading to waters.
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Idaho
Island Park Reservoir
North Fork
Snake River
Teton River
Henry’s Lake
State Fish and Game Department
Fish and Game Department
Freddy's Sport Shop
Bistline’s Hardware and Lumber Company
Pocatello
Maryland Rifle Team Wins National Intercollegiate Championship
COL FGE PARK Md The Maryland rifle team remained unbeaten in the season as they captured the National Intercollegiate Championship.
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Col Fge Park
Maryland
Bistline's Offers Cash Prizes for Largest Catches
Bistline's Lumber and Hardware launches a fishing contest with monthly prizes and a $100 grand prize for the largest trout of the 1949 season. Anglers must register at the Eastside store, bring catches for official weigh-in, and leave fish in the refrigerator one day after entry.
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Bistline’s Lumber and Hardware Company
Bistline’s
Bill Hall
Hall
Eastside
This Guy Brought Home Largest Catch of the Season
Roy Pehrson of 1125 North Arthur Avenue reported the top catch of the season near American Falls. He and his brother Grant fished a short session below American Falls and hauled a 13 pound 10 ounce native, 31 inches long and nine inches across.
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Roy Pehrson
North Arthur Avenue
Pehrson
Brother Grant
American Falls
Pocatellan
Organization Forms To Aid Mackay Incoming Sportsmen
In Mackay Idaho a new Big Lost River Rod and Gun Club forms to help visiting fishermen and hunters amid the upcoming trout season. Officers include Rex Lumberg as president and Joe Bradford as vice president with committees for big game and upland birds. The group aims to protect fish and game, expand hatchery planting, and guide tourists while preserving access and scenery around Challis National Forest and Big Lost River.
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Mackay
Custer County
Mt. McCaleb
Challis National Forest
Joe Rukavinia
Sportsman's
Arco
Big
Lost River Rod and Gun Club
Atom Project
Frank Wesman
Rod and Gun
Rex Lumberg
Joe Bradford
Jim Muffett
Bob Diers
Wesman
C. V. Wornek
Rod and Gun Club
Custer County Elk Hunts
Big Lost River
Challis Forest
Mt. Borah
Idaho
Dickey
Sun Valley
Sawtooths
Ketchum
Twin Falls
U. S. 93
Craters of the Moon National Monument
U. S. 20
Pass Creek
Bear Canyon
U. S
Public Relations To Be Bettered By Idaho Wildlife Federation
Idaho Wildlife Federation urged the state fish and game department to involve the public more. President T. H. Wegener said district officials met in Boise and agreed the commission should improve its public relations to run a smoother program. He praised the wildlife program but said the public remains underinformed.
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Idaho Wildlife Federation
Gem State
State Fish and Game Department
T. H. Wegener
Boise
Fish and Game Commission
Idaho Fish and Game Department
Wegener
Biggest Fish Prize Draw At Pocatello Sport Center
Fishermen registering the three top catches of the season at Pocatello's Sports Center will win prizes. The season runs June 4 to October 31. First prize is a $75 sleeping bag, second prize a Southbend fly rod, and third prize lightweight hip boots valued at $11.50.
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Pocatello’s Sports Center
C. T. Carrico
Freddy’s Sportshop Big Fish Contest Highlights
Freddy’s Sportshop again sponsors a monthly fishing program awarding $10 for the largest registered fish and a $50 grand prize. Last year’s winner was H. O Quillan of Pocatello with a 17 pound four ounce native.
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Freddy's Sportshop
H. O Quillan
Pocatello
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Pocao
Ing
Schoonover
Mink Creek
Nk Creek
C. G. Scott
Billy Carrico
Sports Center
N. Main
17 Pounder
Don Camerud
Camerud
Mendy
Keith Kendall
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