Post by: mkcj on January 13, 2015, 11:44:51 PM
Post by: Bean Counter on January 14, 2015, 01:13:57 AM
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Post by: pianoman9701 on January 14, 2015, 08:33:58 AM
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on January 14, 2015, 08:56:00 AM
Post by: pianoman9701 on January 14, 2015, 09:00:04 AM
Wolf tags are $5 for residents. Better to have one than to not.
I know, right? I never go elk hunting without a cougar and bear tag in my pocket.
Post by: birddogdad on January 14, 2015, 09:02:50 AM
DFW has to tread somewhat carefully here and not be too heavy handed or future encounters will become "found shot wolf" news stories... vs wolf attack/encounters with a very negative message sent out ....
Post by: Knocker of rocks on January 14, 2015, 09:12:21 AM
his statement of "harassment" by DFW is something I am frankly embarrassed over as a prior military member too... I don't care he shot a wolf protecting himself and pets (good on him). He should have known better than to skin and keep it... This is his OWN doing and he should pay a fine for THIS action NOT the protection of .....
DFW has to tread somewhat carefully here and not be too heavy handed or future encounters will become "found shot wolf" news stories... vs wolf attack/encounters with a very negative message sent out ....
This happened in Idaho
Post by: idahohuntr on January 14, 2015, 09:35:02 AM
Post by: Curly on January 14, 2015, 09:38:08 AM
Post by: bigdave on January 14, 2015, 09:48:23 AM
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Post by: Bob33 on January 14, 2015, 12:42:46 PM
Post by: KFhunter on January 14, 2015, 04:59:20 PM
I believe he acted in defense of his animals and that he should've reported it to the IDFG immediately. Had he done so, they may even have let him keep the pelt. He made a stupid mistake for an experienced hunter. I don't think he'll pay very dearly for it. I hope not.
Game laws can not be set aside because it's a wolf. Idfg is handling it as they should by citing the guy.
exactly
Post by: mkcj on January 14, 2015, 05:17:09 PM
Post by: KFhunter on January 14, 2015, 05:22:53 PM
What law did he break?
Failure to report that he shot a wolf. You don't need a tag to defend yourself from any animal, but you must always report.
IDFG probably would have given him a tag if he'd have just called them.
Post by: Woodchuck on January 14, 2015, 05:23:34 PM
What law did he break, can't you defend yourself or pets from wolves in Idaho, or can you only do that if you have a tag?He didn't report it and then purchased a tag after the fact because he wanted to keep the hide.
I would bet if he had made a phone call right away he would have been golden.
Post by: boneaddict on January 15, 2015, 07:18:59 AM
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Post by: jasnt on January 19, 2015, 09:36:32 AM
I think in most cases, gamies are pretty reasonable and not looking to catch someone doing something wrong. I understand there are those who disagree with me on that. If you make a mistake by trying to hide something like this and get caught, you're kind of tying their hands. Especially in ID, where the IDFG has no problem with people legally killing wolves, reporting the incident immediately and asking for guidance would probably have diffused the situation immediately. In addition, it speaks to your integrity. I will be the first to admit that I haven't been the model of integrity my whole life. I like to think I've learned how to change that over the years, sometimes by making very similar mistakes and suffering as a result. At this point, I'm quite sure that my very first reaction would be to try and call the IDFG - first thing. Would I have done that 25 or 30 years ago? I can't say. Maybe from this incident, the shooter will have gained new insight into how he might respond in the future.
Couldn't agree more
Post by: BOWHUNTER45 on January 19, 2015, 09:57:33 AM
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Post by: Sitka_Blacktail on January 19, 2015, 11:19:10 AM
http://www.kxly.com/news/north-idaho-news/idaho-tickets-rathdrum-man-after-defensive-wolf-kill/30711924 (http://www.kxly.com/news/north-idaho-news/idaho-tickets-rathdrum-man-after-defensive-wolf-kill/30711924)
Post by: Sitka_Blacktail on January 19, 2015, 11:32:37 AM
Post by: Hoythunter on January 19, 2015, 07:29:11 PM
This guy's story changes a little every time he tells it. I've read several versions. For example, in this version, he claims he didn't even realize it was a wolf until after he shot it. That pretty much takes away his "big bad wolf, I was protecting my dogs" version. Also, he doesnt use the "my dogs were on one side of the road and the wolf was in the ditch on the other side" version. What he is doing is shopping stories around to see which one gets the most sympathy and he'll probably use that version on the judge. Who knows if he even had his dogs with him when he shot it? I see after he shot it he posed for a "glory shot" and someone else took the picture, from the shadow in front of him. Honestly, I don't believe a word of his story as just like all poachers, he's trying to paint himself in the best light.
Or perhaps the author of the articles are spinning it a bit? Happens more than a guy thinks. Personally, I could care less what version as the end result is one dead wolf. Guy earns a golden star in my book.
http://www.kxly.com/news/north-idaho-news/idaho-tickets-rathdrum-man-after-defensive-wolf-kill/30711924 (http://www.kxly.com/news/north-idaho-news/idaho-tickets-rathdrum-man-after-defensive-wolf-kill/30711924)
Post by: carpsniperg2 on January 19, 2015, 07:46:26 PM
Just a thought.