Question: How many hooks can be used when fishing for sand dabs? I was planning on using a Sabiki rig. How many hooks can I have on such a rig? Also, how many hooks can I have on my line while fishing for halibut? Is there a limit to the number in either of these situations? (Chris J). Answer: There...
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Question: Is it legal to use dead farm-raised trout for bait in inland waters? When I read the regulations it seems like only “live trout” is called out. Costco has farm-raised rainbow trout for sale at a great price and I was thinking it might make great catfish bait for my kids. (Marcus) Answer: No. Trout may not be used for...
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Question: Does CDFW have any regulations restricting anglers from placing their fishing gear in an unsafe manner? For example, a person throws their line out into the water and then places their fishing rod back in a position to where the line stretching to the water runs across an area where runners and walkers using the same beach could become...
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Those anglers locating and keying into warmer water temperature locations at Shasta Lake have been producing great results. A wide variety of baits such as spinner baits, drop shot, jigs and Texas rigged worms are all proving successful as long as you find surface temperatures a few degrees above the surrounding water. “Fishing Bob”, located some 56 degree water near...
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