Fisheries
Conservation
Enforcement
CONTACT INFORMATION
Lapwai PHONE:
208-843-7143 FAX:
208-843-7148
VISION
We envision optimum fish & wildlife conservation protection within the Nez
Perce Indian Reservation and Treaty of 1855 areas, in order to enhance and
sustain our tribal fisheries, wildlife and the natural ecosystem for future
generations.
GOALS
To enhance fisheries, wildlife, and natural/cultural resource protection on
the Nez Perce Indian Reservation and within our Treaty of 1855 areas.
Also to protect and ensure the safety of our tribal members while
exercising treaty rights.
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Protection of natural and cultural resources.
This is accomplished by preventative patrols, responding to calls for assistance
or for investigating resource related cases.
Officers are responsible for the protection and conservation of fish, wildlife,
and all other natural and cultural resources within the jurisdiction of the Nez
Perce Tribe. Violations of tribal or federal laws
pertaining to resource protection are investigated, and prosecuted if needed.
Education, prevention and detection of violations is stressed.
Officers patrol by vehicle, on foot, by boat, or by air.
Also to be provided following training will be search and rescue for back
country operations, swift water rescue and scuba diving.
STAFF
PROGRAM COMPONENTS
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