For those Youth Hunters interested in hunting upland birds, deer and elk, Idaho Power provides youth age 12-17 access to designated areas on the Daly Creek Wildlife Management Area — one of the company’s Hells Canyon mitigation properties.

In addition, any youth obtaining an access permit to hunt deer or elk, may also hunt cougar or bear during the period they have an access permit. In 2012, a total of 66 access permits will be available. This compares to 53 in 2011 and 25 in 2010.

Hunter access is available through an application process and in conjunction with the standard Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife youth hunter rules and regulations.

This unique opportunity supports our environmental stewardship efforts and is intended to:

• Provide a level of hunting pressure consistent with the habitat potential
• Foster a positive hunting ethic among youth
• Educate youth about wildlife and wildlife habitat.

Idaho Power wants youth hunters to have a quality hunting experience, typical of a back-country setting demanding skill and effort, under the supervision of experienced and mentoring adults. This is relatively open, rocky, road-less, sage brush-dominated rangeland, with topography ranging from moderate to extremely steep. Hunters must access the property by foot or horseback and be prepared to haul out any game by foot or using pack stock. They should be prepared with all necessary equipment and be prepared to stay multiple days. Overnight camping on the Daly Creek Wildlife Habitat Management Area is not permitted; hunting parties will need to make other arrangements.

Review the related fact sheet (PDF) and frequently asked questions for details.