Outdoors briefs for June 7, 2012
Outdoors Pursuits to hold clinics
North Idaho College's Outdoor Pursuits program has something for every North Idaho outdoor enthusiast this summer. Clinics on sailing, lake and whitewater kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and rock climbing will be held all summer.
All clinics are 100 percent outside and hands-on. Various start dates are available. Cost varies according to the clinic. Youth Adventure and Youth Sailing camps will also be offered for children ages 12-17.
Register online for clinics and camps at www.nic.edu/wft.
For those not interested in taking a class, but who want to play outside, Outdoor Pursuits offers a variety of sporting equipment. Rent a kayak, paddleboard or sailboat at the NIC Beach from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week through Labor Day.
Information: Outdoor Pursuits at www.nic.edu/op or 769-7809
Meeting planned for health project
The Shoshone County Forest Health Collaborative will hold a public forum as part of the Mullan City Council meeting at 7 p.m. Monday for feedback on the proposed Mullan Forest Health Project.
The project would treat dead and dying timber on both BLM and Forest Service lands surrounding Mullan and the city's municipal watershed.
Also planned for the project is thinning and fireproofing of overstocked stands below the Avista powerline, which provides electricity to the Lucky Friday Mine.
BLM Forester Larry Kaiser will present information about components of the project that address water quality, forest health, scenic quality, wildlife, historic resources and ATV routes that may be affected.
The meeting will be held at the Mullan City Hall, 112 Terrill Loop.
Info: Larry Kaiser, 769-5023
Project Appleseed clinic July 14-15
The Revolutionary War Veterans Association will be conducting a Project Appleseed rifle marksmanship clinic on July 14-15 at the Fernan Rod and Gun Club, 11600 East Fernan Lake Road.
The clinic will be from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Learn the foundational skills of shooting a rifle.
You will also hear stories of the American Revolution surrounding the events of April 19, 1775, when marksmanship met history and American Heritage was born.
Appleseed also promotes civic involvement in community and nation. Men can attend both days for $70, women for $10 and kids younger than 21 are $5.
Active military, law enforcement officers and elected officials with ID can register free.
Info: ID@appleseedinfo.org or 819-0866 or http://appleseedusa.org
Survey covers off-highway vehicles
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is participating in a survey about hunting and the use of off-highway vehicles and all-terrain vehicles.
The survey is being conducted by the University of Idaho.
Participants are being asked about their experiences using OHVs while hunting and how they feel about IDFG restrictions in some areas on the use of OHVs while hunting.
The IDFG Commission is in the process of revising its rules for use of motorized vehicles while hunting and would like public input on this topic.
The questionnaire has been mailed to a random sample of 4,000 people who are either hunters or OHV owners in Idaho. But any interested persons can take the survey online at http://www.cnr.uidaho.edu/access/index.htm. The closing date is Friday, June 22.
Additional information about rules for hunting using motorized vehicles and the IDFG brochure on "Vehicle Rules For Hunters" can be found at: http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/hunt/?getPage=152.