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Experimental Fishing Permit Program in Discussion

CALIFORNIA— At their Aug. 18 meeting the California Fish and Game Commission took the first step to re-establish the experimental fishing permit program which was halted in 2019 due to

Red Abalone populations have dropped significantly because of a series of environmental factors
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Red Abalone Fisheries Closed Until 2026

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA一 The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has released a reminder that red abalone fisheries in Northern California are to remain closed until April 1, 2026, according to

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2021 fishing licenses and related items now available for sale

STATEWIDE—California anglers can now purchase 2021 fishing licenses and related items directly through the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) website or authorized license agents. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, license