Fly Fishing: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Best Fly Rods
A look at the best fly rods and fly fishing manufacturers as listed by the IGFA World Record Book. The top fly fishing rod makers include Sage, G Loomis, Thomas and Thomas, Orvis, Redington, Albright, Winston, Cabelas, Temple Fork, Bass Pro Shops and Shakespeare.
A look at the best fly rods and fly fishing manufacturers as listed by the IGFA World Record Book. The top fly fishing rod makers include Sage, G Loomis, Thomas and Thomas, Orvis, Redington, Albright, Winston, Cabelas, Temple Fork, Bass Pro Shops and Shakespeare.
Best Fly Reels - Top 10 Fly Re
Best Fly Reels - Top 10 fly reel makers as listed by the IGFA World Record Book.
Best Fly Reels - Top 10 fly reel makers as listed by the IGFA World Record Book.
How to Fly Fish
How to fly fish. A general introduction to fly fishing, popular species and necessary gear.
How to fly fish. A general introduction to fly fishing, popular species and necessary gear.
Sage Fly Rods
A closer look at Sage Fly Fishing Rods, known as one of the best fly rod makers in the world.
A closer look at Sage Fly Fishing Rods, known as one of the best fly rod makers in the world.
Steelhead Fishing Tips
Some tips to keep in mind next time you're fly fishing for steelhead trout.
Some tips to keep in mind next time you're fly fishing for steelhead trout.
TroutRecord
Saskatchewan’s Adam Konrad has officially been granted the world record for his ginormous rainbow trout caught in the summer of 2007.
Saskatchewan’s Adam Konrad has officially been granted the world record for his ginormous rainbow trout caught in the summer of 2007.
Trout Feeding Zones
Everything you need to know about the four different feeding zones in a typical trout stream.
Everything you need to know about the four different feeding zones in a typical trout stream.
How to Cast a Fly
How to Cast a Fly - Some concepts to keep in mind next time you're practicing your fly casting technique.
How to Cast a Fly - Some concepts to keep in mind next time you're practicing your fly casting technique.
Orvis Fishing Rods Review
Orvis has created some of the top fly rods, such as the Helio, along with other Essential outdoors gear,
Orvis has created some of the top fly rods, such as the Helio, along with other Essential outdoors gear,
G. Loomis Fishing Rods
G. Loomis creates some of the top fly rods for both freshwater and saltwater fly fishing.
G. Loomis creates some of the top fly rods for both freshwater and saltwater fly fishing.
Rainbow Trout
Everything you need to know about the rainbow trout, the most popular species for fly fishermen.
Everything you need to know about the rainbow trout, the most popular species for fly fishermen.
Top 10 Fly Tippets
A look at the top 10 fly tippet makers as listed by the IGFA World Record Book.
A look at the top 10 fly tippet makers as listed by the IGFA World Record Book.
Who Makes Best Fly Rod?
A look at the top fly rod makers in the sport of fly fishing, including rod building by Sage, G Loomis, Thomas and Thomas, Orvis
A look at the top fly rod makers in the sport of fly fishing, including rod building by Sage, G Loomis, Thomas and Thomas, Orvis
Muddler Minnow
A step-by-step look at how to Tie the Muddler Minnow.
A step-by-step look at how to Tie the Muddler Minnow.
Float Tubing
Everything you need to know about fly fishing from a float tube.
Everything you need to know about fly fishing from a float tube.
How to Tie an Albright Knot
The best way to tie the backing to your fly line or join different diameters of monofilament.
The best way to tie the backing to your fly line or join different diameters of monofilament.
Bass Pro
Review of Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.
Review of Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.
Ocean Kayak Prowler 15
Product review of Trident Ocean Kayak Prowler 15 Angler Edition, one of the first sit-on-top kayaks made specifically for fishermen.
Product review of Trident Ocean Kayak Prowler 15 Angler Edition, one of the first sit-on-top kayaks made specifically for fishermen.
Cabelas
Review of Cabela's, the "World's Foremost Outfitter"
Review of Cabela's, the "World's Foremost Outfitter"
Topwater Bass
When the weather warms and the days go longer, the topwater bite picks up for fly fishermen.
When the weather warms and the days go longer, the topwater bite picks up for fly fishermen.
Fishing for a Bargain
A running list of the top Web resources for anglers on a budget.
A running list of the top Web resources for anglers on a budget.
Golden Trout
Everything you need to know about the golden trout, native to the Kern River watershed in the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range.
Everything you need to know about the golden trout, native to the Kern River watershed in the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range.
Fishing Kings River
Rainbow trout fishing on the Kings River outside of Fresno in Central California.
Rainbow trout fishing on the Kings River outside of Fresno in Central California.
Hobbs Creek Reel
A look at the Hobbs Creek Fly Reel, models HCI, HCII, and HCII, available through the White River Fly Shop and www.basspro.com.
A look at the Hobbs Creek Fly Reel, models HCI, HCII, and HCII, available through the White River Fly Shop and www.basspro.com.
Fishing Preparation
The offseason is the time to get on the water and scout out your favorite streams before the fishing season is upon us.
The offseason is the time to get on the water and scout out your favorite streams before the fishing season is upon us.
Popular Fly Knots
A look at some of the best knots for fly fishing, including the Arbor Knot, Albright Knot, Nail Knot and Perfection Loop.
A look at some of the best knots for fly fishing, including the Arbor Knot, Albright Knot, Nail Knot and Perfection Loop.
Yuba
A look at the best ways to approach fly fishing at Yuba River in Northern California.
A look at the best ways to approach fly fishing at Yuba River in Northern California.
2009 Fly Fishing Championships
The United States National Fly Fishing Championships were held in the State College, Penn., area Oct. 24-26, 2009, with anglers from around the country vying for a spot on the U.S. world championship team scheduled to compete in Poland next year.
The United States National Fly Fishing Championships were held in the State College, Penn., area Oct. 24-26, 2009, with anglers from around the country vying for a spot on the U.S. world championship team scheduled to compete in Poland next year.
Fly Fishing for Stripers
A profile of the striped bass, also known as a striper, a freshwater and saltwater species that can be found from coast to coast.
A profile of the striped bass, also known as a striper, a freshwater and saltwater species that can be found from coast to coast.
Fly Fishing Tips
A look at some helpful tips and tricks that could help you out next time you're on the water.
A look at some helpful tips and tricks that could help you out next time you're on the water.
How to Tie a Nail Knot
A popular way to tie the fly line to the leader
A popular way to tie the fly line to the leader
Central California Steelhead
A look at steelhead fishing in Central California on the Big Sur, Carmel and San Lorenzo rivers.
A look at steelhead fishing in Central California on the Big Sur, Carmel and San Lorenzo rivers.
Surfperch
Fall and winter can be an ideal time for finding surfperch.
Fall and winter can be an ideal time for finding surfperch.
Spotted Bass
A profiled of the spotted bass, a southern species that can be a fun substitute for bass on ponds, lakes and rivers in the South.
A profiled of the spotted bass, a southern species that can be a fun substitute for bass on ponds, lakes and rivers in the South.
GoPro Hero Camera
Water Proof Camera Review of the GoPro Hero Waterproof Digital Camera for Fly Fisherman.
Water Proof Camera Review of the GoPro Hero Waterproof Digital Camera for Fly Fisherman.
Rainbow Trout Records
A look at the world-record rainbow trout caught on a fly rod.
A look at the world-record rainbow trout caught on a fly rod.
Trout Plants
A look at what goes into a trout plant and where the stocks come from.
A look at what goes into a trout plant and where the stocks come from.
Merced
A look at the best ways to approach fly fishing in and around Yosemite on the Merced River.
A look at the best ways to approach fly fishing in and around Yosemite on the Merced River.
Washington Steelhead Record
A Possible World Record Steelhead was Caught in Washington in February 2009 by Peter Harrison on the Hoh River.
A Possible World Record Steelhead was Caught in Washington in February 2009 by Peter Harrison on the Hoh River.
Fishing in Big Sur
A look at steelhead fishing in Central California on the Big Sur River.
A look at steelhead fishing in Central California on the Big Sur River.
North Fork Kern River
Profile about fishing the North Fork of the Kern River.
Profile about fishing the North Fork of the Kern River.
Fly Fishing Grips
A look at the three main fly fishing grips.
A look at the three main fly fishing grips.
American River
A look at the best ways to approach fly fishing the American River in Northern California.
A look at the best ways to approach fly fishing the American River in Northern California.
President Barack Obama Casts His Line
President Barack Obama casts his line while fishing for trout on the East Gallatin River near Belgrade, Mont., on Aug. 14, 2009.
President Barack Obama casts his line while fishing for trout on the East Gallatin River near Belgrade, Mont., on Aug. 14, 2009.
Saltwater Flies
A Look at Some Popular Flies for Nearshore Fly Fishing
A Look at Some Popular Flies for Nearshore Fly Fishing
White River Float Tube
Product review of White River's round and open-front float tubes for fly fishing.
Product review of White River's round and open-front float tubes for fly fishing.
How to Tie a Perfection Loop
A popular loop-to-loop connection knot for leaders.
A popular loop-to-loop connection knot for leaders.
Reconnect Leader
Product review of Scientific Anglers' new leader system, which uses a plastic connect to attach the leader to the fly line without the use of difficult knots.
Product review of Scientific Anglers' new leader system, which uses a plastic connect to attach the leader to the fly line without the use of difficult knots.
Clearwater River
General profile and introductory overview of fly fishing Clearwater River in Idaho for steelhead trout.
General profile and introductory overview of fly fishing Clearwater River in Idaho for steelhead trout.
Fishing Checklist
A quick checklist in preparation of your next fishing trip.
A quick checklist in preparation of your next fishing trip.
Halibut on a Fly
Everything you need to know about fly fishing for halibut.
Everything you need to know about fly fishing for halibut.
Fishing at Dinkey Creek
A look at fly fishing on Dinkey Creek in California's Sierra Nevada Forest.
A look at fly fishing on Dinkey Creek in California's Sierra Nevada Forest.
Fly Fishing in Washington
Get to know fly fishing in Washington and Seattle's Puget Sound with Part 1 of our Q&A with Washington Fly Fishing Guide Ryan Smith of Arch Anglers.
Get to know fly fishing in Washington and Seattle's Puget Sound with Part 1 of our Q&A with Washington Fly Fishing Guide Ryan Smith of Arch Anglers.
Brown Trout Records
A look at world-record brown trout caught on a fly rod.
A look at world-record brown trout caught on a fly rod.
Brown Trout
Everything you need to know about the brown trout.
Everything you need to know about the brown trout.
Flyfish Journal Review
A review of The Flyfish Journal, a new Fly Fishing magazine, journal.
A review of The Flyfish Journal, a new Fly Fishing magazine, journal.
How to Tie an Arbor Knot
The best way to tie the backing to your fly reel or arbor.
The best way to tie the backing to your fly reel or arbor.
Using GPS
How GPS Technology can help anglers plot out their next fishing trip.
How GPS Technology can help anglers plot out their next fishing trip.
President Barack Obama Fly Fishing
President Barack Obama and local fishing guide Dan Vermillion fish for trout on the East Gallatin River near Belgrade, Mont., on Aug.14, 2009.
President Barack Obama and local fishing guide Dan Vermillion fish for trout on the East Gallatin River near Belgrade, Mont., on Aug.14, 2009.
President Barack Obama and Company Prepare for Fishing Trip
President Barack Obama, center, and his fishing party head for the water during his first fly fishing outing near Belgrade, Mont., on Aug. 14, 2009.
President Barack Obama, center, and his fishing party head for the water during his first fly fishing outing near Belgrade, Mont., on Aug. 14, 2009.
South Fork Kern River
General profile of fishing on the South Fork and Lower Kern River.
General profile of fishing on the South Fork and Lower Kern River.
Arroyo Seco River
Fly fishing on the Arroyo Seco River near Salinas, Calif.
Fly fishing on the Arroyo Seco River near Salinas, Calif.
Hole in the Wall Fly Shop
Profile of Hole in the Wall Fly Shop in San Luis Obispo, Calif.
Profile of Hole in the Wall Fly Shop in San Luis Obispo, Calif.
Largemouth Bass
Everything you need to know about the Largemouth Bass, one of the most popular overall game fish in North America.
Everything you need to know about the Largemouth Bass, one of the most popular overall game fish in North America.
Matilija Creek
Fishing on Matilija Creek in Central California, a historic steelhead passageway.
Fishing on Matilija Creek in Central California, a historic steelhead passageway.
Fishing in Santa Clara
A look at steelhead fishing in Central California on the San Lorenzo River in Santa Clara.
A look at steelhead fishing in Central California on the San Lorenzo River in Santa Clara.
Fishing Rock Creek
A look at an often overlooked creek and its big brown trout near Missoula, Montana.
A look at an often overlooked creek and its big brown trout near Missoula, Montana.
Buying Flies Online
Good sites for purchasing flies online.
Good sites for purchasing flies online.
World Fly Fishing Champ
Utah Angler Lance Egan Fished in the World Fly Fishing Championships in Scotland.
Utah Angler Lance Egan Fished in the World Fly Fishing Championships in Scotland.
World Record Bass in Japan?
Manabu Kurita’s possible world record bass is in the hands of the International Game Fish Association. Kurita, 32, submitted documentation for a 22-pound, 4-ounce largemouth late Monday, according to an IGFA press release issued to About.com. If approved, the bass – caught July 2 on Lake Biwa, an ancient reservoir northeast of Kyoto, Japan – would match the current world record, held for over 77 years by George Perry.
Manabu Kurita’s possible world record bass is in the hands of the International Game Fish Association. Kurita, 32, submitted documentation for a 22-pound, 4-ounce largemouth late Monday, according to an IGFA press release issued to About.com. If approved, the bass – caught July 2 on Lake Biwa, an ancient reservoir northeast of Kyoto, Japan – would match the current world record, held for over 77 years by George Perry.
President Obama Hooks a Trout
Local fishing guide Dan Vermillion reacts as President Barack Obama almost hooks a trout on the East Gallatin River near Belgrade, Mont., on Aug. 14, 2009.
Local fishing guide Dan Vermillion reacts as President Barack Obama almost hooks a trout on the East Gallatin River near Belgrade, Mont., on Aug. 14, 2009.
Buyer's Guide for Non-Anglers
A fly fishing gift buyer's guide for those who know very little about the sport.
A fly fishing gift buyer's guide for those who know very little about the sport.
Buff Bandanas
A review of Buff headwear for fishermen, including bandanas and protective outdoors wear.
A review of Buff headwear for fishermen, including bandanas and protective outdoors wear.
Fishing in Carmel
Steelhead Fishing, Central California, Trout fishing on the Carmel River, Carmel fishing, Fishing in Carmel
Steelhead Fishing, Central California, Trout fishing on the Carmel River, Carmel fishing, Fishing in Carmel
Whale Rock
General profile and introductory overview of fly fishing Whale Rock Reservoir, in Cayucos, Calif., for steelhead trout.
General profile and introductory overview of fly fishing Whale Rock Reservoir, in Cayucos, Calif., for steelhead trout.
President Obama visits Sunset Lake
President Barack Obama visits Sunset Lake in Yellowstone National Park on Aug. 15, 2009.
President Barack Obama visits Sunset Lake in Yellowstone National Park on Aug. 15, 2009.
Cottonwood Lakes
General profile and introductory overview of fly fishing Cottonwood Lakes, Calif., for golden trout.
General profile and introductory overview of fly fishing Cottonwood Lakes, Calif., for golden trout.
Species of Trout
A look at some popular species of trout, including the rainbow trout, brown trout, golden trout, cutthroat trout and steelhead trout.
A look at some popular species of trout, including the rainbow trout, brown trout, golden trout, cutthroat trout and steelhead trout.
President Barack Obama Visits Grand Canyon
President Barack Obama looks at the Grand Canyon in Arizona on Aug. 16, 2009.
President Barack Obama looks at the Grand Canyon in Arizona on Aug. 16, 2009.
Santa Paula Creek Fishing
A look at the best ways to approach fly fishing on Santa Paula Creek near Ventura, Calif.
A look at the best ways to approach fly fishing on Santa Paula Creek near Ventura, Calif.
Grizzly Hackle Fly Fishing
Profile of Grizzly Hackle Fly Fishing in Missoula, Mont.
Profile of Grizzly Hackle Fly Fishing in Missoula, Mont.
Omega Flip Fins
Product review of Omega Aquatics Amphibian Navigator Float Tube and Pontoon Boat Fins.
Product review of Omega Aquatics Amphibian Navigator Float Tube and Pontoon Boat Fins.
Favorite rivers
A look at the guide's favorite fly fishing destinations.
A look at the guide's favorite fly fishing destinations.
Largemouth Bass Records
A look at world-record largemouth bass caught on a fly rod.
A look at world-record largemouth bass caught on a fly rod.
Santa Antonio Lake
Fly fishing for stripers at Lake San Antonio near Paso Robles in Central California.
Fly fishing for stripers at Lake San Antonio near Paso Robles in Central California.
Fly Fishing Truckee River
The best places to fly fish at Truckee River, located near Lake Tahoe and the Nevada-California state border
The best places to fly fish at Truckee River, located near Lake Tahoe and the Nevada-California state border
Fly Fishing Widget
How to install a Fly Fishing RSS news feed on your Web site.
How to install a Fly Fishing RSS news feed on your Web site.
Q&A: Lance Egan
An interview with U.S. Team Angler Lance Egan shortly after the 2008 World Fly Fishing Championships in New Zealand.
An interview with U.S. Team Angler Lance Egan shortly after the 2008 World Fly Fishing Championships in New Zealand.
Ted Williams
Former Red Sox slugger Ted Williams was not only a great hitter but was a world class fisherman.
Former Red Sox slugger Ted Williams was not only a great hitter but was a world class fisherman.
Kern River Troutfitters
Profile of Kern River Troutfitters in Kernville, Calif.
Profile of Kern River Troutfitters in Kernville, Calif.
Quagga Mussel
A look at the invasive species recently found in California.
A look at the invasive species recently found in California.
Favorite Summer Flies
A look at some popular flies to fish with in the summer months.
A look at some popular flies to fish with in the summer months.
Fly Fishing Championships
A look at the annual Fly Fishing World Championships.
A look at the annual Fly Fishing World Championships.
Fly Fishing near Lake Tahoe
The best places to fly fish near Lake Tahoe and the Nevada-California state border
The best places to fly fish near Lake Tahoe and the Nevada-California state border
Fly Fishing Washington State
Get to know fly fishing in Washington and Seattle's Puget Sound with Part 2 of our Q&A with Washington Fly Fishing Guide Ryan Smith of Arch Anglers.
Get to know fly fishing in Washington and Seattle's Puget Sound with Part 2 of our Q&A with Washington Fly Fishing Guide Ryan Smith of Arch Anglers.
Kern Rainbow
A look back at the Kern River Rainbow Trout.
A look back at the Kern River Rainbow Trout.
How to Release a Fish
How to Release a Rainbow Trout while Fly Fishing. From the Fly Fishing in California newsletter by the Department of Fishing and Game. Outdoors Q&A - Feb. 11, 2008.
How to Release a Rainbow Trout while Fly Fishing. From the Fly Fishing in California newsletter by the Department of Fishing and Game. Outdoors Q&A - Feb. 11, 2008.
Brook Trout Records
A look at world-record brook trout caught on a fly rod.
A look at world-record brook trout caught on a fly rod.
Fishing at Camp Roberts
Ever wonder what it would be like to fish on an old army base? Camp Roberts in Central California gives anglers that opportunity.
Ever wonder what it would be like to fish on an old army base? Camp Roberts in Central California gives anglers that opportunity.
Fly Fishing in Colorado
About.com guide Brian Milne answers a reader's question about some good places to fly fish in Colorado.
About.com guide Brian Milne answers a reader's question about some good places to fly fish in Colorado.
Missoula
Fly fishing the Bitterroot, Blackfoot, Clark Fork and Rock Creek in Missoula, Montana.
Fly fishing the Bitterroot, Blackfoot, Clark Fork and Rock Creek in Missoula, Montana.
Fly Fishing with Obama
The Vermillion brothers, who run Sweetwater Travel and Fly Shop in Livingston, Mont., were the first to take President Barack Obama and his staff fly fishing on Aug. 14 on the East Gallatin River near Bozeman, Mont.
The Vermillion brothers, who run Sweetwater Travel and Fly Shop in Livingston, Mont., were the first to take President Barack Obama and his staff fly fishing on Aug. 14 on the East Gallatin River near Bozeman, Mont.
Fall Fish Tips
The fall and winter months are the time to get on the water and scout out your favorite streams.
The fall and winter months are the time to get on the water and scout out your favorite streams.
Kern River
General profile and introductory overview of the Kern River.
General profile and introductory overview of the Kern River.
Fly Fishing PFD
A review of MTI Adventurewear's Dorado PFD.
A review of MTI Adventurewear's Dorado PFD.
Sheffield Multi-Tool
Review of the Sheffield Angler 17-in-1 Multi-Tool, a fishing tool/leatherman that includes a hook sharpener, 3-inch fillet knife, scissors, fish scaler, hook remover, ruler/hard file, wire cutters, awl, flat and Phillips screwdrivers, can opener, soft file and pliers.
Review of the Sheffield Angler 17-in-1 Multi-Tool, a fishing tool/leatherman that includes a hook sharpener, 3-inch fillet knife, scissors, fish scaler, hook remover, ruler/hard file, wire cutters, awl, flat and Phillips screwdrivers, can opener, soft file and pliers.
Central Coast Fly Fishing
Profile of Central Coast Fly Fishing in Carmel, Calif.
Profile of Central Coast Fly Fishing in Carmel, Calif.
Fly Fishing the upper stretches of the Kern River
Some of the best pictures of our favorite fishing destinations.
Some of the best pictures of our favorite fishing destinations.
Prosser Creek
The best places to fly fish at Prosser Creek Reservoir, located near Lake Tahoe and the Nevada-California state border
The best places to fly fish at Prosser Creek Reservoir, located near Lake Tahoe and the Nevada-California state border
Stearns Sportsmen's Series
A review of a personal floatation device made specifically for kayak, float tube or drift boat anglers: the Stearns Sportsmen's Series Fishing Vest.
A review of a personal floatation device made specifically for kayak, float tube or drift boat anglers: the Stearns Sportsmen's Series Fishing Vest.
Dealing with bears
What to do when you encounter a Bear in the wilderness.
What to do when you encounter a Bear in the wilderness.
Lefty Kreh on Donruss card
Fly fishing legend Lefty Kreh will be featured by Donruss Americana Sports Legends trading cards series in December 2008.
Fly fishing legend Lefty Kreh will be featured by Donruss Americana Sports Legends trading cards series in December 2008.
Fishing in Storms
Fishing in stormy conditions.
Fishing in stormy conditions.
Gallatin River
A profile of the Gallatin River, located outside of Bozeman, Montana
A profile of the Gallatin River, located outside of Bozeman, Montana
Boca Reservoir
The best places to fly fish at Boca Reservoir, located near Lake Tahoe and the Nevada-California state border
The best places to fly fish at Boca Reservoir, located near Lake Tahoe and the Nevada-California state border
Fly Fishing in Cleveland
Cleveland Cavs General Manager Danny Ferry sheds light on fly fishing in Cleveland, Ohio.
Cleveland Cavs General Manager Danny Ferry sheds light on fly fishing in Cleveland, Ohio.
A double-digit largemouth landed by the author at Lopez Lake
Some of the best pictures of our favorite fishing destinations.
Some of the best pictures of our favorite fishing destinations.
A lunker trout caught at Lake Isabella
Some of the best pictures of our favorite fishing destinations.
Some of the best pictures of our favorite fishing destinations.
Fly fishing preparation
A list of tips that will prepare you for your upcoming fly fishing trip and help you catch more fish in the process:
A list of tips that will prepare you for your upcoming fly fishing trip and help you catch more fish in the process:
Calif. Outdoors Q&A
California Outdoors Q&A - Dec. 24, 2008
California Outdoors Q&A - Dec. 24, 2008
Guide Guy Jeans points out a trout to a client on the Kern River.
Some of the best pictures of our favorite fishing destinations.
Some of the best pictures of our favorite fishing destinations.
Morro Bay in the fall shortly after sunset
Some of the best pictures of our favorite fishing destinations.
Some of the best pictures of our favorite fishing destinations.
Casting for rainbow trout at the base at Camp Roberts
Some of the best pictures of our favorite fishing destinations.
Some of the best pictures of our favorite fishing destinations.
Teaching Kids to Fish
How Much Help is Too Much Help When Fishing With Kids? From the Fly Fishing in California newsletter by the Department of Fishing and Game. Outdoors Q&A - Feb. 19, 2008.
How Much Help is Too Much Help When Fishing With Kids? From the Fly Fishing in California newsletter by the Department of Fishing and Game. Outdoors Q&A - Feb. 19, 2008.