We'll discuss the proposed Rock Creek mine which threatens Lake Pend Oreille, the need to reform the 1872 Mining Law, and problems associated with the 8,000 abandoned mines in Idaho. For more info. and RSVPs call Scott Brown, 345-6933, ext. Contact the House Resource Committee before next Tuesday, Feb 9th which is when the committee will take up HB 66 and HB 68 the Fish and Game Fee increase and Fee Indexing provisions respectively. Indications so far are that committee members are only hearing from anti-IDFG eers and are only hearing opposition to any fee enhancement measures. Now is the time for folks to contact House Resource committee members and let them know what they feel about fish and wildlife management and financial support for the Agency.
Letters are best, but phone messages, faxes, e-mail needs to go.
And don't forget that the Idaho Wildlife Federation Lobby Day is Tuesday, February 9th beginning at 8 am at the Idaho Legislature. Look for the schedule in subsequent e-mails. The primary focus at last discussion is going to be readoption of the Payette Plan. For more information and if you want to participate, contact Darci at 343-7481.