Hunting Deer and Elk Out of State
Question: Two hunting buddies and I were drawn to hunt elk for the first time in Colorado. We are planning a trip the second week in October. This will be our first out-of-state trip. What should I...
View ArticleRascally Raccoons
Question: My neighbor has been feeding the stray cats in the neighborhood, and now the raccoons have been coming to eat the cat food. Recently the raccoons have been coming out during the day. There...
View ArticleCan I Use a Live Well for Lobster?
Question: I’m new to lobster diving and have a couple of questions. We are planning an overnight trip to Catalina and are planning on diving one night and then an early morning dive the next day. Are...
View ArticleWhat Do I Need to Know for Fall Turkey Hunting?
Question: I’m new to hunting and would like to try to bag a turkey this fall. Most of the information I’ve read about turkey hunting seems to be specific to the spring season. Are there different...
View ArticleCan I Use an Electric Bike to Hunt on a Wildlife Area?
Question: I am a senior citizen. I find it harder every duck season to lug my decoys and gear out to the hunting zones on our state wildlife areas and federal refuges. I know many of these areas allow...
View ArticleA Goose with Two Bands?
Question: I am a Colorado resident, although I grew up in California and attended college at UC Santa Barbara. My degree is in Aquatic Biology and I am interested in the science behind waterfowl...
View ArticleCost for Short Lobster Citation?
Question: I was lobster fishing recently and didn’t realize until I was pulling up my hoop nets that I’d left my measuring gauge in the car by mistake. I was sure that the lobster I caught was of legal...
View ArticleIs it Always OK to Fish From a Pier Without a License?
Question: I want to take my 16-year-old son fishing and I know there are piers where neither of us need a fishing license. I don’t want to end up with a ticket so can you clearly describe what piers we...
View ArticleDo Mountain Lions Travel Together?
Question: My dad has game cameras to photograph wildlife that travel through his property in Mendocino, and they regularly capture photos of mountain lions. Recently he looked out his window and saw...
View ArticleFishing with Young Children
Question: I have four-year-old twin daughters and am looking forward to taking them fishing. I am a bit apprehensive about keeping my eye on both girls, plus the two to three rods, tackle and bait....
View ArticleProperty-damaging Squirrels
Question: We seem to have a whole new crop of squirrels that have invaded our yard and are tearing things up. We would like to trap and relocate them. Would this be permissible if they are damaging and...
View ArticleWhy No Bounty Program for Nutria?
Question: I’ve been following the effort to eradicate invasive nutria from California. Why not let the state’s hunters and trappers help by offering a bounty on nutria? Louisiana pays $5 for every...
View ArticleDid I Buy a Fake Fishing License?
Question: I’ve heard that there’s been an issue with fraudulent websites selling California fishing licenses. I bought my license online earlier this year. I don’t remember what link I used, and now...
View ArticleReporting a Striper Disc Tag
Question: I caught a striper in Pacifica, with a California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) tag from Stockton on it. Who do I call? (Jamie J.) Answer: Every year, CDFW fisheries biologists use...
View ArticleIn Search of an Eagle Feather
Question: I am in search of an eagle feather for my grandson’s graduation. Any information you can provide will be greatly appreciated. A’ho! (Cheryl W.) Answer: Virtually all birds — including...
View ArticleDo I Need a HIP Stamp to Hunt Dove?
Question: Is the Harvest Information Program (HIP) validation needed to hunt dove? I’ve heard that you don’t need it if you’re only buying a license to hunt ducks. (Paul) Answer: Yes, you do need a HIP...
View ArticleBlue Ear Tag on a Doe?
Question: I was hunting up in the Mendocino National Forest and saw a doe with a blue ear tag on her left ear. I have never seen this before and was curious as to whether or not you may know what the...
View ArticleBringing an Out-of-State Elk Head into California
Question: I’m going elk hunting in Colorado. If I get a nice bull, can I transport the head back into California? (Peter) Answer: If you do bag an elk on your out-of-state trip, here’s what you need to...
View ArticleWhen Can I Use Splashers and Flappers for Duck Hunting?
Question: I’m fairly new to waterfowl hunting and had a quick question: When are decoy splashers, as well as decoys that flap (not spin), allowed? (Alejandro) Answer: Welcome to the wonderful world of...
View ArticleThe Dos and Don’ts of Clamming in California
Question: I am interested in clamming at some beaches in Santa Cruz County. I have seen clams on Sunset State Beach. Where can I find rules and regulations on clamming in Santa Cruz County or Monterey...
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