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NORTHERN CALIFORNIA – The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) projects that the Upper Trinity River anglers will have met their upper Klamath River catch quota of 681 adult fall-run Chinook salmon above Cedar Flat by sundown on Friday, Oct. 24.
Starting Saturday, Oct. 25, anglers may still fish but can no longer keep adult Chinook salmon more than 22 inches. They may still keep a daily bag of three Chinook salmon under 22 inches in the Trinity River above Cedar Flat.
The fall-run Chinook salmon quota on the Lower Trinity River is 681 adult Chinook salmon from the confluence with the Klamath River up to Cedar flat. This sub-area quota has not been met yet, and anglers may retain one adult Chinook salmon as part of their three fish daily bag limit.
On Friday, Oct. 24, the Klamath River from the Interstate 5 bridge up to Iron Gate Hatchery reopens to the take of Chinook salmon over 22 inches.
The Iron Gate Hatchery has met the 8,000 adult fish number needed for spawning purposes. This means anglers can keep one Chinook more than 22 inches as part of the three-fish daily bag limit in this section of the Klamath River.
CDFW reminds anglers that a salmon report card is required when fishing for Chinook salmon in anadromous portions of the Klamath basin.
Steelhead fishing remains open in all areas, with a daily bag of two hatchery steelhead or trout and possession limit of four hatchery steelhead or trout.
Hatchery steelhead or trout are defined as fish showing a healed adipose fin clip (the adipose fin is absent).
Anglers also are required to possess a steelhead report card when fishing for steelhead.
Anglers may keep track of the status of open and closed sections of the Klamath and Trinity rivers by calling 800-564-6479.
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LAKEPORT, Calif. – DKI, North America’s largest disaster restoration contracting organization, has announced that DKI franchise member company First Pick Builders Inc. of Lakeport is proudly sponsoring a local youth soccer team.
First Pick Builders is proud to sponsor and coach the 2014 Konocti Youth Soccer League.
This year’s team consists of girls ages 10 to 12 and are happily named the Lakeport Squirrels.
Dean and Cheryl Pick proudly represent youth sports in an effort to better their community through teamwork, perseverance and excellence.
Their hope is that these young girls will grow and become strong, active women in their Lake County area community.
While Dean Pick is the head coach, his wife Cheryl serves on the board of directors for KYSL.
“We are honored in being part of the sports program and enjoy each of these young girls. The parents are wonderful and supportive, and it shows in each of them as they grow into young ladies. Thank you to all those who help support our youth programs,” the Picks said.
First Pick Builders, Inc. encourages you to be the change you want to see in your community.
For more information about First Pick Builders visit www.firstpickbuilders.com .
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KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – Participants in the 25th Annual Vineyard Run for Literacy, held Oct. 12, raised more than $5,000 for the Lake County Literacy Coalition.
An exceptionally warm and sunny morning greeted 270 race participants, 70 more than last year.
Top 18 finishers were awarded major prizes in the 5K walk and 5K and 10K runs.
Additionally age group ribbons were awarded and more prizes were awarded by random drawing.
The following wineries donated prizes: Brassfield Estate Winery, Cougar’s Leap Winery, Gregory Graham Wines, Langtry Estates, Laujor Estate Winery, Robledo Family Winery & Vineyards, Rosa D’Oro Vineyards, Steele Wines, Thorn Hill Vineyards, Wildhurst Vineyards.
The following businesses & literacy supporters also donated prizes: Amy Patton, Linda Guebert, Marie Lamy, Debbie Villegas, Angelina’s Bakery & Espresso, Benbow Inn, Campos Casuals, Chalern Thai Bistro, Cheese’s Game Shop, Cheese’s Pizza, Disney Boat Rentals, Iron Worker Gym, Ladies of the Library Basket, Lake Co. Wine Studio, Lakeport English Inn, Main Street Bicycles, Park Place, Pet Country, Pilates to the Core by Tina, the Record-Bee, Riviera Common Grounds, Saw Shop Gallery & Bistro, TJ’s Bar & Grill, TNT on the Lake, Twin Pines Casino, Vichy Springs Resort, Watershed Books, Westamerica Bank and World of Gifts.
Bruno’s in Lakeport, Food’s, Etc. in Clearlake, Ray’s Foods in Clearlake and Riviera Market donated refreshments for race participants and volunteers.
The Literacy Coalition greatly appreciates the support and donations from the community.
Funds raised will support literacy tutoring activities, tutor trainings and the purchase of books for children under 6 to break the cycle of illiteracy throughout Lake County.
For more information about the programs call 707-263-7633.
The results are posted below.
10K Run
Male–Overall: First: Kirk Sills; Second: Matt Odom; Third: Aaron Gavino.
14 and Under: NA.
15 – 19: NA.
20 – 29: First: Kirk Sills; Second: Victor Garcia; Third: NA.
30 – 39: First: Aaron Gavino; Second: Jeremy Jessen; Third: NA
40 – 49: First: Matt Odom; Second: Micheel Augustine; Third: NA
50 - 59: NA.
60 - 69: First: Harry Lyons; Second: Michael Papin;
70+: NA
Overall Female: First: Megan Buffalo; Second: Kortni Knight; Third: Julie Kelley
14 & Under: NA
15 – 19: NA
20 – 29: First: Kortni Knight; Second: Rebeeka Walters; Third: Veronica Stovall
30 – 39: First: Megan Buffalo; Second: Charis Rippe; Third: Erika Galvan
40 – 49: First: Julie Kelley; Second: Jennifer Chwialleawsk; Third: NA
50 – 59: First: Cheri Farrell; Second: Leah Solon; Third: Sinda Knight
60 – 69: First: Rita Mackubbin; Second: NA
5K Run
Overall Male: First: Milo Powers; Second: Alan Sardella; Third: Sam Mason
14 & Under: First: Travis Howe; Second: Max Madrzyk; Third: Colin Jensen
15 – 19: First: Milo Powers; Second: Keegan Huffman; Third: NA
20 – 29: First: Paul Welsh; Second: Greg Panella; Third: NA
30 – 39: First: Zach Pehling; Second: Michael Garrity; Third: Dan Buffalo
40 – 49: First: Roger Mayo; Second: Ben Farrell; Third: Scott Spivey
50 – 59: First: Alan Sardella; Second: Sam Mason; Third: Mark Curran
60 – 69: First: Stephen Bradley; Second: Jim Holmes; Third: David Hagberg
70+: NA
Overall Female: First: Tammy Lisk; Second: Shelly Crayne; Third: Heather Steton
14 & Under: First: Bailey Couey; Second: Laurel Weller; Third: Emma Larsen
15 – 19: NA
20 – 29: First: Jennifer Montgomery; Second: Nikole Brown; Third: Helena Welsh
30 – 39: First: Tammy Lisk; Second: Shelly Crayne; Third: Heather Steton
40 – 49: First: Heather Weller; Second: Cindy Jassar; Third: Kelly Taylor
50 – 59: First: Katie Mansell; Second: Jeanine Burnett; Third: Erin Smith-Hagberg
60 – 69: First: Gayle Kompf; Second: Ginny Cholez; Third: Deborah Harmer
70+: NA
5K Walk
Overall Male: First: Justin Gentle; Second: Chris Borg; Third: Jim Campbell
Overall Female: First: Wendy Gonzalez; Second: Shirley Campbell; Third: Maura Anderson
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Gaffing undersized shark that’s biting my thumb?
Question: I recently went fishing with a friend and hooked into a 4-foot angel shark (which I had mistaken for a large skate).
When I got it close to the boat, I reached down to unhook it and release it (still not thinking it was a shark).
As I got close to its mouth it thrashed around and bit my thumb pretty good (suddenly I realized I was in the jaws of a shark).
The shark wouldn't release my thumb, and me being in the boat and it still in the water, the only thing I could think of doing at that moment was to gaff it and bring it on board the boat.
When I gaffed it we got it on the boat, my friend held it down and used a screwdriver to pry its mouth open. By this time the shark had lost a lot of blood.
The law says it has to be 72 inches and 100 pounds. The shark died and I was wondering if we violated any laws given that it died while we were trying to save my thumb?
In this situation, if we didn't violate any laws could we have kept the dead shark?
Please let me know or put me in touch with someone who can answer this question. Thank you very much for your time. (Sean O.)
Answer: Sorry about your thumb, but there are no size or weight limit restrictions for angel sharks.
Gaffs may be used to assist in landing any fish that is legal to take and of legal size, but gaffs are not a legal method of take for sharks or any other species.
In a case like this where it sounds like your personal safety (thumb) was an issue, you can use whatever means necessary to ensure your safety. Afterwards, when the immediate threat is over, you must abide by current rules and regulations.
If the species or size is illegal, you may not possess it. And as in this case, if you caught the shark illegally, you must release it, dead or alive.
Hunting ducks on mountain lakes?
Question: I have always wondered if it was legal to hunt some of the smaller lakes in the Sierra and foothills bordering forest service land.
As long as one follows the standard waterfowl protocol, would it be legal? (Derek C.)
Answer: Yes, it would be legal to hunt waterfowl on the lake so long as you are not trespassing on private property or violating some other law such as shooting too close to an occupied dwelling.
Trail cameras – baiting vs attracting
Question: I want to set a trail camera out on public lands like the National Forests in California and attract wildlife to it. Can I use scents or baits to attract the wildlife for photography reasons only?
I’m not hunting in the area. Example would be putting a commercially sold scent on a log or the ground by the trail cameras.
What about an apple, salt lick or chunk of chicken? When is a permit needed for trail camera photography on public land?
If I have a California trapper license or hunting license, would it make a difference? The intent is still to modify the animals’ behavior for a photo, and that seems to be the issue. (Anonymous)
Answer: Yes, that is the issue. Intentional acts that disrupt any birds’ or mammals’ normal behavior patterns (California Code of Regulations Title 14, section 251.1) or feeding big game mammals (CCR Title 14, section 251.3) is prohibited.
Even if you are not intending to draw an animal in for the purpose of hunting, putting out any type of attractant still falls under the definition of baiting.
The definition of “baited area” can be found in the California Code of Regulations Title 14, section 257.5.
And under this regulation, the use of any substance (real or artificial) that is capable of attracting an animal to an area, and when used causes the animal to feed (on the substance), is prohibited.
Generally, aerosols sprayed into the air are permissible because there is nothing to feed on. But the same products applied to a surface (e.g. tree, brush, rock, etc.) where the animal licks, eats, chews, nibbles, etc. the surface is considered feed and is a violation.
Will CDFW plant fish in private duck club pond?
Question: A pond on our private duck hunting property was accidentally drained in the last year but we will refill it as soon as we can get more water.
At that point, can we have the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) replant it with fish? (Fishingdude)
Answer: No, CDFW will only plant fish in public waters that are open and available to the public to enjoy.
If this is a private pond, you will need to get a private stocking permit from CDFW and then buy fish from a commercial fish farm, which may also stock them for you.
Carrie Wilson is a marine environmental scientist with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. While she cannot personally answer everyone’s questions, she will select a few to answer each week in this column. Please contact her at
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