Idaho Administrative Code Title IDAPA 13 - Fish and Game, Department of
Idaho Administrative Code – Title IDAPA 13: Fish and Game, Department of
The IDAPA 13 regulations are adopted by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) and enforced under the authority of the Idaho Fish and Game Commission. These rules govern the conservation, management, protection, and regulation of Idaho's wildlife resources.
Here is an overview of the main chapters typically found in IDAPA 13:
🔹 IDAPA 13.01 – General Provisions
Contains definitions and general regulatory provisions applicable across other chapters.
Establishes commission authority and enforcement powers.
🔹 IDAPA 13.01.02 – Rules Governing Mandatory Hunter and Trapper Education
Sets requirements for hunter and trapper education programs.
Specifies who must complete the training and outlines exemptions.
🔹 IDAPA 13.01.03 – Public Use of Lands Owned or Controlled by IDFG
Addresses access, camping, fires, vehicles, and other public use of Fish and Game lands.
🔹 IDAPA 13.01.04 – Rules Governing Licensing
Covers the licensing process for hunting, fishing, and trapping.
Includes residency requirements, fees, and license types.
🔹 IDAPA 13.01.08 – Rules Governing the Taking of Big Game Animals
Establishes seasons, weapon restrictions, tagging requirements, and controlled hunts.
Includes rules for species such as deer, elk, moose, mountain lion, etc.
🔹 IDAPA 13.01.09 – Rules Governing the Taking of Game Birds
Details seasons, bag limits, and methods of take for upland and migratory game birds.
🔹 IDAPA 13.01.10 – Rules Governing the Taking of Furbearing Animals
Sets trapping seasons, allowed methods, and fur handling guidelines.
🔹 IDAPA 13.01.11 – Rules Governing Fish
Covers seasons, limits, methods of take, and special rules for various water bodies.
🔹 IDAPA 13.01.12 – Rules Governing Commercial Fish Operations
Regulates commercial aquaculture, fish transport, and stocking.
🔹 IDAPA 13.01.18 – Rules Governing the Idaho Wildlife Habitat Program
Provides details on habitat development and enhancement projects.
🔹 IDAPA 13.01.20 – Rules for Animal Importation
Governs import, transport, and release of wildlife species to prevent disease and ecological issues.
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