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The Truckee River – The Blue Ribbon of the Northern Sierra
by Jon Baiocchi, JUNE 2, 2017
Truckee River

Some of my fondest memories growing up were fly fishing the Truckee River in the mid 1970’s with my dad. Back then it was a rarity to see someone using a fly rod while plying the river’s currents, and when we did see such a person, my dad would make it a point to introduce himself and talk about fly...
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As spring and summer beckon people outdoors, California’s black bears are also active after a long winter hibernation. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) takes this opportunity to highlight the native black bear – one of most adaptable animals in the state – and encourages citizens to help reduce nuisance encounters with this iconic mammal by being “bear...
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Sacramento River King salmon 2017!
by Jeff Goodwin, JUNE 2, 2017
Sacramento River - Lower

The Sacramento River 2017 King salmon season is set to begin just 6 short weeks from now on July 16th.  Central Valley salmon fishing guides and anglers alike are very excited about this years upcoming salmon season.  With all of the closures and restrictions placed on the north coast saltwater and KMZ salmon fishery, I believe the Sacramento and Feather Rivers...
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Question: Is it legal to scout wild game from a non-motorized paraglider? If so, would it also be legal to locate game from the sky and then land and pursue the animals on foot? (Tony A.) Answer: For scouting big game, this would be illegal because using any device capable of flight in order to locate big game during the hunting...
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Halibut, rockfish filling the salmon void
Kenny Priest
by Kenny Priest, JUNE 1, 2017

Shelter Cove

There’s no doubt the salmon closure has left a huge void in our saltwater season that can’t be filled. There’s really nothing that compares to the thrill, taste, and the tradition of salmon fishing off of our coast. However, if the halibut and rockfish continue to chew up baits like they are now, it will certainly lessen the sting. Charter...
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ODFW Weekly Recreational Report
by ODFW, MAY 31, 2017


Free Fishing Weekend June 3-4 Take someone fishing during Free Fishing Weekend June 3 and 4. On those two days, no license, tag or endorsement is required to fish, crab or clam anywhere in Oregon. New to fishing and wondering how to get started? Check out the schedule of free family fishing events being held throughout the state on those two days. The fine...
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