Ginger Buzzard manager of the Topaz General Store and RV Park reports 4 tagged fish recorded on week #4 at the Topaz General Store. So far there have been a total of 352-2 pound fish recorded with many of those 2 pound fish weighing over the 2 pounds. All tagged fish recorded during the derby are worth $100 with free...
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On Thursday, John Weber and Damien Hawley-Jones from ODFW removed one of many angler-caught steelhead from their holding pen on the Chetco River in preparation for taking the fish up to Elk River Hatchery where it will be held for spawning.

Question: If I am spearfishing from the shore and return with my take, do I need to have my fishing license on my person or can it be in my car? (William H.) Answer: Persons diving from a boat or shore may have their license on the boat or within 500 yards on the shore, respectively (Fish and Game Code, section...
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Question: Is it permissible to relocate pesky squirrels that are destroying or damaging private property? (Fred, Redding) Answer: No. Small nuisance mammals that are damaging property may be taken by the owner but may not be released alive except in the immediate area. Relocating nuisance wildlife not only relocates the problem but also places the critter into an area where it...
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Question: While we were fishing from the shore in Bodega Bay last weekend I noticed a lot of beautiful black mussels on the rocks. I believe the limit is 10 lbs/person but wanted to make sure it was the safe season to eat them. Are they under quarantine for domoic acid, too? Thank you for your help!!! (Ben L.) Answer: You...
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