A working group of hunters in Idaho were nearly unanimous in their views on restricting certain hi-tech hunting equipment.⁠ ⁠ A 23-member citizens committee charged with reviewing Idaho’s rules governing the use of technology for hunting has unanimously recommended a series of restrictions of the most disruptive categories of hunting gear. The state’s Fish and Game Commission this week directed agency staff to include those recommendations in rule packages that will go out for public comment later this year. Specifically, the Hunting And Technology Working Group unanimously recommends that any aircraft (to include remotely piloted drones) be prohibited for spotting, locating, or aiding in the taking of big-game ungulates from July 1 through Dec. 31. The group further recommended maintaining Idaho’s current prohibition on “smart optics” — weapon-mounted sights that provide a range-adjusted aiming point — while allowing rifle scopes powered by a battery or tritium illumination. Three add...