Rich, powerful target Idaho wildlife

Idaho sportsman are becoming wary of wealthy individuals who appear to be working to monopolize hunting access and wildlife management. The billionaire Wilks brothers of Texas have caught attention for purchasing and closing public access to 172,000 acres of Potatch timberland. And scrutiny is increasing on efforts to pump up the big-game auction tag program to boost the opportunities for hunters to whom money is not an issue. Sportsmen have sought access to email accounts for Idaho lawmakers to track the influence in the auction tag issue.  The results are interesting, as you’ll see in the roundup below by Lewiston Tribune outdoor writer Eric Barker/ Rich Landers , SR Outdoors. More here.

Question: Do you trust Gov. Butch Otter and leading Republican legislators to do right by Idaho outdoor enthusiasts when it comes to public lands?