Hunting Tags Now Available For Catalina Deer Eradication Program
Hunters can now apply for tags for upcoming hunting opportunities on Catalina Island to remove non-native deer. ...
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CDFW 2026 Waterfowl Breeding Survey Finds 10-Percent Total-Duck Decrease
The breeding population of mallards is estimated at 267,101, a 1% decrease from 2025. Total ducks (all species combined) decreased from 482,358 to 435,937 (a 10% decrease). Mallards remain below the long-term average by 18%.
“Abundant April rains combined with carryover water...
Return Of The Ocean Kings: Salmon Trolling Returns To A Normal Saltwater Season In 2026
After several difficult years, California salmon anglers once again have the opportunity to experience one of the state’s greatest sporting traditions. There are few sounds in fishing that compare to the sudden eruption of several clickers as multiple salmon charge through...
CDFW Honors Deputy District Attorneys As Wildlife Prosecutors Of The Year
“Both honorees have demonstrated exceptional leadership, collaboration and dedication in safeguarding California’s natural resources,” said Commission President Eric Sklar. “It is a privilege to jointly recognize these deserving prosecutors with our primary partner agency, CDFW.”...
A Dad-Son Alaska Adventure To Celebrate Father’s Day
Happy Father’s Day. Our longtime correspondent Scott Haugen wrote this piece in our sister publication, Alaska Sporting Journal (you can read part one here): Editor’s note: Last month, Scott Haugen shared trips down memory lane while in Klawock and fun fishing times...
Few Remaining Santa Monica Mountains Steelhead Bouncing Back Following Palisades Fire
Some of the last remaining steelhead in Santa Monica Mountains' streams are doing well after some feared the Palisades Fire would destroy the threatened fish. ...