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State Agencies: Idaho
Idaho State Trust Lands
3.65 million acres were granted to Idaho by the Federal Government on the occasion of its statehood. Today, 2.5 million acres, including 780,000 acres of commercial timberland and about 3 million acres of minerals are held in trust by the Idaho Department of Lands. In addition, the Department of Lands, having been assigned additional duties over the years by the state legislature, now serves as host agency to the Idaho Board of Scaling Practices, the Clearwater-Potlatch Timber Protective Association, and the Southern Idaho Timber Protective Association.
The Federal Enabling Act and State Constitution mandate that fair market value must be obtained from all Trust land transactions which include sales and commercial leasing. All revenues derived from the sale of Trust lands are placed in the Permanent Fund, which is administered by the State Treasurer, and revenues from commercial leases are paid directly to the designated beneficiaries. Trust beneficiaries include the public schools, colleges, hospitals, charitable institutions, and specialized schools.
State of Idaho Department of Lands website 
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Idaho Wildlife & Waterfowl Management Areas
The state of Idaho operates hatcheries to support lake and stream fisheries. Wildlife areas and game refuges are set aside for the propagation and protection of game species. Hunting, fishing, boating, OHV use, and other recreational activities are usually allowed on these lands. The Idaho Fish and Game has been extremely successful in managing habitats and populations for native populations, including restoration for sensitive species such as the bighorn sheep, mexican spotted owls, and the sharp-tailed grouse. Educational programs include Project WET, Project WILD, Aquatic Resource Education, and Hunter & Bowhunter Education.
For more information on lands managed by the Idaho Fish and Game, and for hunting and fishing information and permitting, please visit the Idaho Fish and Game website.
Idaho Fish & Game website (click to open in a new window)
Fish & Game education programs (click to open in a new window)
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Idaho State Parks
The Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation manages lands with outstanding scenic, recreational, cultural, or historic values. Besides the programs which provide recreation and interpretation in the 27 parks, the Department oversees improving facilities and access for RV users, boating safety education, managing Idaho's gateway visitor center program, and many water & streamflow management programs. The State Trails program provides assistance with trail planning and building to agencies, organizations, and users. The Trails Program also administers the Park 'N Ski Program; the Off-Road Vehicle Fund; the Motorbike Registration Fund; the Snowmobile Registration Fund, and the Recreational Trails Program.
For more information about Idaho`s State Parks, visit the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Idaho Park & Recreation website (click to open in a new window)
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