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LAKE BERRYESSA, Calif. – Tuleyome's Home Place Adventures is hosting a youth event to explore the trails and waters of Lake Berryessa on Friday, July 31.
The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Rangers from the Bureau of Reclamation will lead them on an interpretive hike, revealing what wildlife lives nearby and how plants survive the hot, dry climate.
Participants will learn about wildflowers and collect seeds to take home.
After a picnic lunch, they will cool off with a jump in the lake.
The event is for ages 10 and above, no dogs and lunch not included.
Limited space available, RSVP to
While this event is free and open to the public, there is a $5 suggested donation.
Tuleyome’s Home Place Adventure program believes everyone deserves access to the outdoors.
Tuleyome is a conservation nonprofit based in Woodland committed to protecting the wild and agricultural heritage of our region and most recently, a key player in getting the designation for the new Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument.
For more information, event details, and directions visit www.tuleyome.org and check out other upcoming outdoor events.
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Bowfishing from a moving vehicle?
Question: I get stopped and questioned by officers fairly often while bowfishing.
I have been trying to find out more information about the bowfishing regulations but the freshwater sport fishing guide is unclear to me.
Is it legal to bowfish from a moving vehicle, like from the bed of a pickup? Is it legal to bowfish in the California Aqueduct or State Water Project? I was told by an officer that it was not. (Justin F.)
Answer: No arrow or crossbow bolt may be released from a bow or crossbow upon or across any highway, road or other way open to vehicular traffic (California Code of Regulations Title 14, section 354(e)).
In addition, no person may nock or fit the notch in the end of an arrow to a bowstring or crossbow string in a ready-to-fire position while in or on any vehicle (CCR Title 14, section 354(i)).
Regarding where and what you may take while bowfishing, “bow and arrow fishing is permitted only for the taking of carp, goldfish, western sucker, Sacramento blackfish, hardhead, Sacramento pikeminnow and lamprey, all year, except in:
· Designated salmon spawning areas (Fish and Game Code, section 1505).
· The Colorado River District where only carp, tilapia, goldfish and mullet may be taken.
· The east fork of the Walker River between Bridgeport Dam and the Nevada state line where only carp may be taken” (CCR Title 14, section 2.25).
Bullfrogs may also be taken by bowfishing under some conditions (CCR Title 14, section 5.05).
Hunting on an Indian reservation?
Question: The Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) Reservation is in deer zone D12 along the Colorado River.
D12 maps show that all of this land is legal to hunt with a California hunting license and deer tags right up to the Colorado River.
Can I legally hunt on CRIT Reservation land because it is within California D12, or should I stay away from reservation land? (Anonymous)
Answer: A person who is not a tribal member and wishes to hunt on the CRIT Reservation would have to comply with both California and tribal law, which requires a hunting license issued by the CRIT in addition to a California hunting license and deer tag.
You should contact the CRIT’s Fish and Game Department and consult the CRIT Natural Resources Code for further information about hunting on this Reservation.
CRIT contact information and the CRIT Natural Resources Code is available at www.crit-nsn.gov/ .
Rules on drones in Marine Protected Areas?
Question: What are the rules regarding drones? Specifically, are there any regulations regarding flying drones in Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)? (Jeanée Natov)
Answer: It is a violation to fly any aircraft, including any airplane or helicopter, less than 1,000 feet above water or land over the Año Nuevo State Reserve, the Farallon Islands Game Refuge, the Point Lobos State Reserve, the California Sea Otter Game Refuge, and Anacapa, San Miguel, Santa Barbara and San Nicolas Islands, except for rescue operations, in case of any emergency, or for scientific or filmmaking purposes under a permit issued by the department after a review of potential biological impacts (Fish and Game Code, section 10501.5).
Federal regulators of the FAA and NOAA also restrict the use of drones. Flying motorized aircraft (except valid law enforcement) is prohibited less than 1000 feet above any of the four zones of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary which are listed in Appendix B (Code of Federal Regulations Title 15, section 922.132(a)(6)).
Individuals should consult the MPA-specific regulations in section 632 of Title 14 for special restrictions for individual MPAs.
There may be additional regulations prohibiting disturbance of nesting and rafting birds offshore that are covered under federal law.
Firearm for self defense during archery season?
Question: During an archery hunt, can a member of your group who is a licensed hunter, but does not have a deer tag, be in possession of a firearm strictly for self-defense?
I will be archery hunting for the first time this year and I plan to travel into the backcountry on foot.
A friend who will be coming with me has always had reservations about traveling in bear/mountain lion habitat unarmed due to some unfortunate run-ins in his past. (Kevin K.)
Answer: If it helps put you at greater ease, dangerous encounters by hunters with bears and lions are extraordinarily rare.
As long as the person is not hunting with archery equipment, does not have a tag, and is simply accompanying you, then he may carry a firearm.
You must be in a location where it is legal to carry a firearm, and your friend cannot assist in the take in any way.
With limited exceptions for active or retired peace officers, archery hunters may not possess a firearm while hunting in the field during any archery season, or while hunting during a general season under the provisions of an archery-only tag (CCR Title 14, section 354(h)).
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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HIDDEN VALLEY LAKE, Calif. – The HVL Men’s Niners Golf Club held a stroke-play tournament on July 16.
The results were:
– First flight: Bill Kyle took first with net 30. Stan Kalata was second, 31. Don Herndon and Paul Bertlin tied for third, 32.
– Second flight: Bill Helt scored the lowest net of the day, 26. Jim Dvorak and Mike Riley tied for second, 30.
– Third flight: Bob Schossler was first, 27. Carl Dennis second, 31 and Jay Hodges third, 33.
Closest to the Par 3 pins were Jay Hodges and Doug Healy. Chip-ins were scored by Jim Brown, Phil Tyler, Don Herndon, Jim Dvorak, Doug Carter and Paul Peterson with an eagle on No. 16.
Forty-eight men participated in this event.
Ron Hallman is publicist for the HVL Men’s Niners Golf Club.
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Visitors to state ecological reserves should be aware of the property rules and report illegal activities to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW).
The primary purpose of ecological reserves is to protect sensitive species and habitats. Many properties contain unique native plants and animals found nowhere else in the world.
Users must stay in designated areas, observe usage rules posted at each site and respect the property.
Activities will vary from property to property and it is the visitor's responsibility to know what is permissible.
Those who witness vandalism such as vegetation removal, dumping of trash and other questionable activities that are detrimental to the habitat can anonymously report it to (888) 334-CalTIP (2258).
"Many wildlife areas or ecological reserves not only provide public enjoyment and education regarding natural resources, but also protect habitat for a variety of threatened and endangered plant and wildlife species," said CDFW Senior Environmental Scientist Julie Horenstein. "In many cases, unique reserve habitats support rare species. We owe it to future generations to protect these properties."
According to state law (California Code of Regulations Title 14, section 630,), CDFW is obligated to protect and maintain designated ecological reserves, which includes enforcing the rules. Failure to comply could result in a $1,000 fine and up to a year in jail.
Reserves open to the public have hours from sunrise to sunset. On all state properties, it is illegal to feed wildlife, operate motorized vehicles outside of designated areas, disturb bird nests, release any fish or animal, start any fire or light fireworks or other explosive or incendiary devices, disturb habitat, alter the landscape or remove vegetation.
Starting July 1, 2015, nonlead ammunition is required on all CDFW lands where regulated hunting is allowed. Additional information on the use of ecological reserves is included in the booklet titled, Waterfowl, Upland Game and Department Lands Public Use. See page 68 for a complete description.
Lastly, when visiting California's ecological reserves, remember to pack out what you pack in and leave behind the treasures you find for others to discover. This will ensure the ecological reserves will continue to protect sensitive species and habitats and be there for future generations to enjoy.
For more information on CDFW's ecological reserves, www.wildlife.ca.gov/lands/places-to-visit .
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