Hunting Laws Question

[CyberSnow]

I live in the Cascade/McCall area and have a few acres on an all year creek up against the Payette Forest. Lately there has been a great deal of timbering on the edges of the forest around my place. I am being visited almost daily by bears and other predators. In addition it is not uncommon to see a wolf or mountain lion in my “yard”. It has resulted in my dogs being leashed when outside as they would make an easy dinner for one of those predators. Anyone familiar with the laws concerning shooting predators endangering property? (I am not considering hunting the deer or elk that love eating my wife’s flowers or garden).

 

[cub1ce_]

I live in the Cascade/McCall area and have a few acres on an all year creek up against the Payette Forest. Lately there has been a great deal of timbering on the edges of the forest around my place. I am being visited almost daily by bears and other predators. In addition it is not uncommon to see a wolf or mountain lion in my “yard”. It has resulted in my dogs being leashed when outside as they would make an easy dinner for one of those predators. Anyone familiar with the laws concerning shooting predators endangering property? (I am not considering hunting the deer or elk that love eating my wife’s flowers or garden).

Game cameras can be helpful here, not just for your own peace of mind but also if you need to clarify any behavioral patterns. I’d also reach out to my local Fish & Game office if I were you to talk with a conservation officer. Having that prior contact can really help if things ever get tense.

 

[CyberSnow]

Right now I am out of state, but there is a Fish and Game office in McCall, I will drop by and thanks for the reminder !