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EUREKA, Calif. – Coming back from his victory at All American Speedway two weeks ago, North State Modified Series points leader Cameron Austin of Santa Rosa held off the challenges of veteran Lucas Oil Modified driver Scott Winters of Tracy for 40 laps to win his second NSMS season feature event at Redwood Acres Raceway in Eureka Saturday night.
Austin collected $1,800 for his efforts which included $500 from McMurray & Sons Roofing, and a $300 cash bonus from North Coast Lighting and Electric. He also earned the $100 Keyser Manufacturing Hard Charger award. The North State Modified Series is presented by Protect the Harvest.
Austin also set fast time of 16.455 seconds, Winters was next at 16.472, Darrin Knight clocked in third with a 16.609, Darrin Sullivan was fourth at 16.707, and Richie Potts turned a 16.779. Austin pulled the number six pill, placing Potts and Randy Houston in the front row for the start of the McMurray & Sons 60 lapper.
Potts took the lead at the drop of the green flag, but as the pack was entering turn one for the second round, Houston and Winters made contact causing Houston to spin. With no where to go, Oregon racer Rich Cobb slammed into Houston and suffered enough damage that his car had to be towed to the pits. Winters was sent to the back of the pack and Houston also pitted for repairs. Houston returned to action one lap down.
Potts forged ahead again on the restart and for the next 14 circuits had Knight hard on his tail. Austin was patiently waiting in third with Sullivan fourth and Keith Bloom fifth. Winters charged back to join the front runners. On lap 12 Sullivan’s car pushed high, Winters took advantage and stole fourth spot.
Meanwhile when Austin saw that Knight could not get past Potts, he moved his car to the high side and went around both Knight and Potts on lap 15 to assume the lead. Winters drove under Knight on 18 for third as Austin was pulling away from the field. Winters swapped places with Potts on lap 21 and set his sights on Austin.
The leaders gracefully weaved through lapped traffic the remainder of the race, but Austin never made the mistake Winters was hoping for and took the Sunoco checkered flag first for his second big win. Winters finished second and Knight was third. Sullivan and Potts crashed coming down for the checkered flag, but still finished fifth and sixth. The rest of the finishing order was Ian Elliott, Bloom, Herman Pulyer, Houston, Sal Lopez, Rick Avila and Cobb.
Bloom collected the $100 for his win in the Lucas Oil Dash for Cash. Potts finished second for $50. They also both went home with Scriber jugs. Winters earned the Naake Shocks award. Potts, Sullivan and Cobb were the recipients of the Frank’s Radios gift cards.
The next North State Modified series race will be at Madera Speedway on Aug. 3. Joining the modifieds will be the NSMS/Madera Speedway Hobby Stocks.
The North State Modified Series is presented by Protect the Harvest, Lucas Oil, Hoosier Tire West, Sunoco Race Fuels, Naake Suspension, Five Star Bodies, Racer Bling, Keyser Racing Products, Scribner Plastics, and Franks Radios.
HOOSIER TIME TRIALS:
Cameron Austin 16.455, Scott Winters 16.472, Darrin Knight 16.609, Darrin Sullivan 16.717 , Randy Houston 16.779, Richie Potts 16.842, Rich Cobb 16.914, Keith Bloom 16.969, Ian Elliott 16.989, Herman Pulyer 17.290, Sal Lopez 17.514, Rick Avila 17.691
LUCAS OIL DASH FOR CASH:
Keith Bloom, Richie Potts, Randy Houston, Rich Cobb, Scott Winters, Cameron Austin
McMURRAY & SONS ROOFING 60:
Cameron Austin, Scott Winters, Darrin Knight, Darrin Sullivan, Richie Potts, Ian Elliott, Keith Bloom, Herman Pulyer, Randy Houston, Sal Lopez, Rick Avila, Rich Cobb
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Did I buy a fake fishing license?
Question: I've heard that there's been an issue with fraudulent websites selling California fishing licenses. I bought my license online earlier this year. I don't remember what link I used, and now I'm worried that I might have bought a fake license! Should I take it to a California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) office to find out? (Chris)
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If you're unsure about an online purchase you've made and want to confirm that your transaction resulted in the issuance of a valid license, please contact us atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . CDFW staff can look up your account in the online database using your GO ID.
Please note that the only authorized online sales sites for CDFW products are the CDFW website and ALDS. If the URL doesn't match one of those two, do not enter your credit card number or other personal information! Also, an authorized CDFW purchase will never require you to provide your social security number.
For more information about these fraudulent sites, and what you can do to protect yourself from identify theft and fraud, please see our news release.
Is a license required to do catch-and-release fishing?
Question: I am interested in fishing both freshwater and saltwater but plan to do only catch-and-release fishing. Will I still need a license if I'm fishing only for fun and not keeping any of the fish I catch? (Josh)
Answer: Yes, you must have a fishing license to engage in the act of fishing regardless of whether you intend to keep fish. The way it is defined in the regulations, you need a license to even "attempt" to pursue or take a fish or animal.
Grizzly bear tooth
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Answer: It is legal for you to possess it or give it away, but you cannot try to sell it. The sale or purchase of any bear part in California is prohibited (Fish and Game Code, section 4758 (a)). Even offering it for sale over the Internet is a federal violation that could make you subject to prosecution under the Lacey Act.
Sounds like you have an interesting piece of California's history, as grizzly bears are extinct in the state – enjoy it!
Carrying a handgun when hunting
Question: I hunt in B1/B2 (pot country) and carry a handgun when I hunt. I have a Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) permit. Does my handgun ammo need to be non-lead also? (John)
Answer: As long as your firearm is possessed only for your personal protection and not for hunting, the law allows you to carry lead ammunition. Here are the relevant provisions of law that apply to your first question: "Nothing in this section is intended to prohibit the possession of concealable firearms containing lead ammunition, provided that the firearm is possessed for personal protection and is not used to take or assist in the take of wildlife" (California Code of Regulations, section 250.1(c)(3)).
If you have a question for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, email atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . While they cannot answer every question, they will answer a few in each column.
Question: I've heard that there's been an issue with fraudulent websites selling California fishing licenses. I bought my license online earlier this year. I don't remember what link I used, and now I'm worried that I might have bought a fake license! Should I take it to a California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) office to find out? (Chris)
Answer: Unfortunately, yes, CDFW has recently discovered several unscrupulous vendors who are "brokering" licenses illegally. To date, it appears these sites have been buying real licenses from CDFW on behalf of customers, but charging exorbitant "shipping fees" on top of the price of the license. If you bought a license from one of these sites, it may be that you received a real license, but were overcharged for it. That said – we can only vouch for the authenticity of items purchased directly from a CDFW office, an authorized license sales agent , through our telephone sales agent at 800-565-1458 or online through our Automated License Data System (ALDS). If you have a printer available, you can buy, print out, sign and carry a temporary license that is valid. If you buy and print out an annual license, the temporary license is good for one month and we will mail your annual license to you. Shorter term licenses such as one-day and two-day can also be printed directly from your computer after making your purchase through ALDS.
If you're unsure about an online purchase you've made and want to confirm that your transaction resulted in the issuance of a valid license, please contact us at
Please note that the only authorized online sales sites for CDFW products are the CDFW website and ALDS. If the URL doesn't match one of those two, do not enter your credit card number or other personal information! Also, an authorized CDFW purchase will never require you to provide your social security number.
For more information about these fraudulent sites, and what you can do to protect yourself from identify theft and fraud, please see our news release.
Is a license required to do catch-and-release fishing?
Question: I am interested in fishing both freshwater and saltwater but plan to do only catch-and-release fishing. Will I still need a license if I'm fishing only for fun and not keeping any of the fish I catch? (Josh)
Answer: Yes, you must have a fishing license to engage in the act of fishing regardless of whether you intend to keep fish. The way it is defined in the regulations, you need a license to even "attempt" to pursue or take a fish or animal.
Grizzly bear tooth
Question: I received a grizzly bear tooth amongst some of my grandfather's possessions after he passed away. My grandfather grew up here in California and was an amateur geologist and never hunted, so I think he either found or purchased the tooth, although I have no proof. I was wondering if it is legal to possess or sell the tooth here in the state of California. I don't want to break any laws. (James L.)
Answer: It is legal for you to possess it or give it away, but you cannot try to sell it. The sale or purchase of any bear part in California is prohibited (Fish and Game Code, section 4758 (a)). Even offering it for sale over the Internet is a federal violation that could make you subject to prosecution under the Lacey Act.
Sounds like you have an interesting piece of California's history, as grizzly bears are extinct in the state – enjoy it!
Carrying a handgun when hunting
Question: I hunt in B1/B2 (pot country) and carry a handgun when I hunt. I have a Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) permit. Does my handgun ammo need to be non-lead also? (John)
Answer: As long as your firearm is possessed only for your personal protection and not for hunting, the law allows you to carry lead ammunition. Here are the relevant provisions of law that apply to your first question: "Nothing in this section is intended to prohibit the possession of concealable firearms containing lead ammunition, provided that the firearm is possessed for personal protection and is not used to take or assist in the take of wildlife" (California Code of Regulations, section 250.1(c)(3)).
If you have a question for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, email at
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