TBC Press - Outdoor Hunting, Fishing News

New freshwater sport fishing regulations which took effect on March 1, 2021, aim to simplify and streamline the laws regulating inland fishing while maintaining and protecting California’s fisheries. The package of updated regulations was adopted by the California Fish and Game Commission in October 2020. It was the largest regulatory inland sport fishing package in the Commission’s history. Major changes include... READ MORE

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  The National Wild Turkey Federation recognizes six different slams for wild turkeys, the most popular being the Grand Slam. To achieve a Grand Slam, a hunter must harvest the four most common subspecies of the American wild turkey (the Eastern, Merriam's, Rio Grande and Osceola). Jeff Budz of Florida has completed a Super Slam -- killing a wild turkey in each of the 49 states. He also has more Grand Slams than anyone else. Budz isn’t rich and believes everyone should take the time to get a Grand Slam, without going broke in the process. He shares his insight on how to accomplish this realistic goal... READ MORE

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For wildlife, surviving an average Iowa winter is challenging enough. When the winter includes consecutive days where temperatures don’t cross above zero and new snow arrives weekly, survival can become extremely difficult. Every winter we lose wildlife but in winters like this, we do expect some additional mortality, said Tyler Harms, deer program leader for the Iowa DNR. While people may think it’s a good idea to put out a pile of corn for the deer to eat, it actually causes more harm than good. Perhaps the biggest issue... READ MORE

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South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) wants to remind hunters of regulations for the 2021 spring turkey hunting season that opens March  22 on Private Lands in Game Zone 3 and 4. All hunters, including youth, are required to have turkey tags in possession while hunting during the regular season. They are $5 for a set of three for residents (with exceptions) and $100 for a set of two for nonresidents. Tags will also be available over the counter  beginning March 8 at... READ MORE

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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources  announced that all wolf harvesting zones are now closed to hunting and trapping gray wolves. Zones 2,5,6 closed at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 24. Zones 1,3,4 closed at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24. Hunting and trapping during the closed season/zone carries a forfeiture amount of $303.30. State statute authorizes the DNR to close management zones to harvest following a 24-hour notice based on harvest information. Because of the nature of harvest registration and... READ MORE

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Colorado hunters hoping to draw a big-game license in Colorado in 2021 are urged to review the changes in license requirements and fees prior to the March 1 opening of the application period (March 1 – April 6 at 8 p.m. MT). For a good overview of what’s in store, watch CPW’s "What's New" video for the 2021 big-game seasons. Important changes for hunters to take note of include... READ MORE

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The Illinois (IDNR) is sponsoring wingshooting clinic sessions for hunters on Saturday and Sunday, April 10 and 11 at Jim Edgar Panther Creek (JEPC) State Fish and Wildlife Area. Advanced registration is required. All participants in the clinics will be required to follow public health guidelines issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health, including wearing masks when social distancing cannot be achieved, and carrying hand sanitizer. The Hunters Wingshooting Clinics at JEPC consists of... READ MORE

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The officers and directors of the Nebraska Big Game Society are pleased to announce that the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission has awarded our organization two permits this year. The first is a Resident Elk permit and also a Deer/2 Turkey combination permit. We are hoping to host a live auction and annual meeting in May of this year. As soon as a date is confirmed, it will be posted online. If you want to be added to an email list for notification, please... READ MORE

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Oregon youth turkey hunters have a chance to win a 2021 one-day guided hunt (and an additional unguided day if needed) on the C2 Cattle Company Ranch during the April 10-11 Youth Turkey Weekend and the General Spring Turkey Season, April 15-May 31. Deadline to apply is March 21.  To be eligible, hunters must be 17 or under on the day of the hunt, have a valid hunting license and spring turkey tag. Youth hunters enrolled in the Mentored Youth Hunter Program can apply but... READ MORE

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Fishery managers from Oregon and Washington adopted recreational spring Chinook salmon and steelhead seasons for the Columbia River today during a joint state hearing. These regulations modify the current rules which are in effect through Feb. 28 downstream of Bonneville Dam and through March 15 upstream of Bonneville. The lower Columbia River (from Buoy 10 to Warrior Rock) will be open for the first time since 2018. Also, a no-boat-angling bubble will be in effect on the mainstem at... READ MORE

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The lease agreement between the West Virginia (WVDNR) and the West Virginia Department of Agriculture for the Andrew Rowan Farm Wildlife Management Area in Monroe County has been cancelled, closing the area for public use. Hunters and outdoor enthusiasts who used the WMA are encouraged to visit the new Daniels Ridge WMA in Monroe County. This 3,376-acre area is located just west of ... READ MORE

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As part of a broader effort to go paperless, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is transitioning to a digital format for its 2021 hunting and fishing regulations booklets and Big Game Hunting Digest. Booklets will no longer be printed and shipped to license agents or customers but electronic versions of the booklets will continue to be available online. In addition... READ MORE

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After a one-year hiatus, Idaho Fish and Game's annual fur auction is back (with some significant changes due to COVID). This year’s auction of furs, hides, antlers, and other items has been moved entirely online, and will be run through Prime Time Auctions. The online auction kicks off on March 1, and ends on April 9. While this unfortunately means potential buyers will not get to inspect items in person this year, they will be able to see photos of them on... READ MORE

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