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If you are new to hunting in CA realize we have a lot of regulations, however, if you learn the regulations and abide it's no problem. As a general rule National Forest and BLM lands are open to hunting. Parks and Preserves of any jurisdiction are generally closed to hunting. CA DFG does own some wildlife management units that are open to hunting, you need to contact DFG directly. You can hunt private land but you must have the DFG form letter in your possession.
Here is the link to DFG hunting info http://www.dfg.ca.gov/hunting/
CA has a lot of firearms regulations learn them, here is a link to firearms and Public Lands
It would be wise to look at the DFG regulations for rules regarding hunting from roads and near structures, even though you will be instructed on this in your Hunter ED Class. It is important to remember in CA a firearms or hunting violation can cost plenty in lost rights and money, so verify for yourself the rules. The phone is your friend, call the local law enforcement ranger or DFG warden and ask questions. It would be foolish to hunt public lands without the BLM or National Forest maps, contact them directly and get them.
Other odds and ends, if you have a hunting license in your possession it legitimizes your possession of a firearm on public lands because jack rabbits and coyotes are open season year round. Many areas of public lands are closed to target shooting but open to legal hunting, so keep your license with you at all times. Binoculars are a must for most areas deer hunting in CA, get the best pair you can afford. Spend some time on the birding and optics forums to find out what is the best deal for the moment. These guys have high quality optics often at big discounts http://www.cameralandny.com/
Which rifle? The short answer is what feels good in your hand and you shoot well, it's important to consider the weight. Any of the popular legal calibers are fine, if you want to learn something about calibers, ballistics, long range hunting and reloading these guys know their stuff, http://www.longrangehunting.com/forums/
and http://forums.accuratereloading.com/eve
If you are new try and find a mentor, if not there are some excellent books on hunting http://www.amazon.com/Backcountry-Bo...pr_product_top
We have Lyme disease in CA so get some insect repellent and read a little about how to prevent getting it.
If you are new to hunting in CA realize we have a lot of regulations, however, if you learn the regulations and abide it's no problem. As a general rule National Forest and BLM lands are open to hunting. Parks and Preserves of any jurisdiction are generally closed to hunting. CA DFG does own some wildlife management units that are open to hunting, you need to contact DFG directly. You can hunt private land but you must have the DFG form letter in your possession.
Here is the link to DFG hunting info http://www.dfg.ca.gov/hunting/
CA has a lot of firearms regulations learn them, here is a link to firearms and Public Lands
It would be wise to look at the DFG regulations for rules regarding hunting from roads and near structures, even though you will be instructed on this in your Hunter ED Class. It is important to remember in CA a firearms or hunting violation can cost plenty in lost rights and money, so verify for yourself the rules. The phone is your friend, call the local law enforcement ranger or DFG warden and ask questions. It would be foolish to hunt public lands without the BLM or National Forest maps, contact them directly and get them.
Other odds and ends, if you have a hunting license in your possession it legitimizes your possession of a firearm on public lands because jack rabbits and coyotes are open season year round. Many areas of public lands are closed to target shooting but open to legal hunting, so keep your license with you at all times. Binoculars are a must for most areas deer hunting in CA, get the best pair you can afford. Spend some time on the birding and optics forums to find out what is the best deal for the moment. These guys have high quality optics often at big discounts http://www.cameralandny.com/
Which rifle? The short answer is what feels good in your hand and you shoot well, it's important to consider the weight. Any of the popular legal calibers are fine, if you want to learn something about calibers, ballistics, long range hunting and reloading these guys know their stuff, http://www.longrangehunting.com/forums/
and http://forums.accuratereloading.com/eve
If you are new try and find a mentor, if not there are some excellent books on hunting http://www.amazon.com/Backcountry-Bo...pr_product_top
We have Lyme disease in CA so get some insect repellent and read a little about how to prevent getting it.
I think this thread will be a great addition.
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