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The idea to create the State of Jefferson was first introduced in 1941 and is still talked about. Photo by Anders Tomlinson

The idea to create the State of Jefferson was first introduced in 1941 and is still talked about. Photo by Anders Tomlinson

Trinity River Fishing Report
Trinity River Fishing
by E.B. Duggan, FEBRUARY 8, 2016

The rains have backed off for the time being and the Trinity is clearing fast in the upper sections which should translate into great “Winter Steelhead” fishing. There is plenty of steelhead in the upper river from Del Loma all the way up to Lewiston with a good mix of native and hatchery fish in the river. From Junction City...
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Renouned Winegrower Phil Coturri To Be Honored
by Michael Coats, FEBRUARY 8, 2016

Petaluma, CA (February 8, 2016)— The Golden Gate Salmon Association (GGSA) will host its 3rd Annual Sonoma dinner with special guest winegrower and water conservation advocate Phil Coturri, Friday, March 11. The special event will be held at Ramekins Event Center, 450 W. Spain St. in Sonoma. Doors open at 5:30pm. It will be a great night featuring hors d’oeuvres, Winery Sixteen...
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Collins Lake Fishing Report
by Collins Lake Staff, FEBRUARY 5, 2016
Collins Lake

What a difference a month makes!! On January 1st the lake was still at an all time low and February 1st we are at 57% capacity with only 24 ft. more to go before our lake spills! Of course our hope would be to fill up entirely but even if that doesn’t happen this year, we would still start...
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Can wildlife officers check my fishing license by my CDL?
California Outdoors Q&A
Carrie Wilson, FEBRUARY 4, 2016

strong>Question: While buying my license recently, I was told by the vendor that we no longer need to carry our fishing licenses with us. He said wildlife officers can now scan people’s California driver licenses (CDL) to verify the purchase. Is this true? (Rick B.) Answer: No, you are still required to have your actual sport fishing license in possession while...
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How to become a licensed federal trapper?
California Outdoors Q&A
Carrie Wilson, FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Question: I have a friend who lost some livestock to either coyotes or a mountain lion. He wants to protect the rest of his animals and was advised to contact the local government trapper. How can a person become a licensed trapper authorized to track down and remove these problem predatory animals? (Anonymous) Answer: Contact the United States Department of Agriculture...
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Range finding scopes on compound and crossbows?
California Outdoors Q&A
Carrie Wilson, FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Question: There are scopes with range-finding capabilities for compound and crossbows available on the market. Is it legal to have one of these scopes mounted on a bow or crossbow in areas where I am legally allowed to hunt in California? (Tim) Answer: Scopes with laser rangefinders are not prohibited. Just be sure the device does not project any visible light...
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