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Question: Are you allowed to keep black bass that are of legal size? The regulations are confusing as to if you are allowed to keep them or not. (Jake) Answer: California Code of Regulations Title 14,...
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 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 ArticleRecycling Christmas Trees for Fish Habitat
Question: I heard somewhere that Christmas trees can be recycled to create habitat for wild animals. I don’t remember the details or have any idea how to find out if this is available in my community....
View ArticleWhy Aren’t All Fish Plants Listed in the Fishing Guide?
Question: I read your recent news release about stocking salmon into California reservoirs. It states that Kokanee were released into New Melones Reservoir. However, I never see salmon plants on the...
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 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...
View ArticleCorvina in the Salton Sea?
Question: I was under the assumption that there are no longer corvina in the Salton Sea. Opening weekend of duck season, I caught a small corvina stuck in the shallows around my duck blind. Are they...
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