From the Rack Room
So , this is our 2nd issue , finally . First off , I want to apologize to all of our members for the delay in getting this one out . I also need to apologize to our advertisers . Those of you that took a chance on / with us deserve better and if you are willing to stay with us , your next ad is on us at no charge to you .
Now , on to business . You should notice the cover . We decided to give the magazine it ’ s own identity . We also wanted the name to show who the magazine is for , Idaho ’ s Deer Hunters . We really hope this shows that this is your magazine …. Your input is very important to us . We want your ideas , your stories , and your help making this grow . So if you have any of those for us , send them on , we would love to hear them .
There has been some concerns lately on our stance on hunting rights . Well , let me say this : We are 100 % in favor of the preservation of all hunting , fishing , and trapping for all properly licensed citizens of Idaho . As we know there are many ways to achieve this goal . However , we must start at home first . Talk to non-hunters you know , explain why you hunt and the benefits of those activities , even for the wildlife . Remember a non-hunter is not necessarily an anti-hunter . Educate our youth on proper techniques and ethics . Our youth are our future . We also must not forget the matter of habitat . As growth moves more into deer winter range , we must maintain and improve the habitat that remains .
In closing , a remembrance : On October 5th , former Fish & Game Director Jerry Conley passed away . On Aug 27th , I shared this story with Virgil Moore ( current F & G director ). I moved here in 1991 , about a year or so later I was listening to Jerry ’ s radio show on KBOI , I called in and asked about local turkey hunting . I didn ’ t know at the time of Jerry ’ s passion for turkeys . He asked me to call him at the office the next day , so I did . Well a phone call lead to a meeting with some maps . Jerry shared some of his favorite spots and some of the spots he had taken Governor Andrus on turkey hunting trips . In no time I learned Jerry was an awesome guy and a great promoter of Idaho ’ s wildlife . No matter what your opinion of Fish & Game , I knew the man Jerry and his love of Idaho ’ s outdoors . I am sure some of his passion rubbed off on me ! God Bless you Jerry and thank you !
George Nelson , President
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