May 2012

Fisherman's Warehouse Seminar - Fresno - May 17, 2012

Pier fishing tips from Kim Jones. Free. 6:15 p.m. 4320 W. Shaw Ave. Fresno, CA 93722 (559) 225-1838 Go here for more information.

Fisherman's Warehouse Seminar - Fresno - May 17, 2012

Ken Jones will hold a seminar on pier fishing. Free. 4320 W. Shaw Ave. (559) 225-1838 Go here for more information.

Fisherman's Warehouse Seminar - Manteca - May 17, 2012

Guide Bruce Hamby will discuss New Hogan Lake striped bass at a free seminar. 6 p.m. 2201 E. Yosemite Ave. (209) 239-2248 Go here for more information.

Fisherman's Warehouse Seminar - Sacramento - May 17, 2012

Randy Pringle will give a free seminar on fishing in the Delta. 6 p.m. 9035 Folsom Blvd. (916)362-1200 Go here for more information.

Elkhorn Slough Guided Walks (Monterey Co.) - May 19, 2012

Weekends - Elkhorn Slough Ecological Reserve docent-led walks, every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Binoculars and bird books available to borrow at no cost. Visitor Center and main overlook are fully accessible. Day use fee is $4.32 per person, ages 16 and older. Groups of 10 or more should schedule a separate tour. Go here for more information.

Elkhorn Slough Guided Walks (Monterey Co.) - May 20, 2012

Weekends - Elkhorn Slough Ecological Reserve docent-led walks, every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Binoculars and bird books available to borrow at no cost. Visitor Center and main overlook are fully accessible. Day use fee is $4.32 per person, ages 16 and older. Groups of 10 or more should schedule a separate tour. Go here for more information.

Fisherman's Warehouse Seminar - Sacramento - May 24, 2012

Justin Lucas will lead a Q&A on general fishing topics. Free. 6 p.m. 9035 Folsom Blvd. (916) 362-1200 Go here for more information.

Elkhorn Slough Guided Walks (Monterey Co.) - May 26, 2012

Weekends - Elkhorn Slough Ecological Reserve docent-led walks, every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Binoculars and bird books available to borrow at no cost. Visitor Center and main overlook are fully accessible. Day use fee is $4.32 per person, ages 16 and older. Groups of 10 or more should schedule a separate tour. Go here for more information.

Moccasin Creek Fish Hatchery Trout Fest - May 26, 2012

Trout Fest at Moccasin Creek Fish Hatchery, 20 miles south of Sonora in Tuolumne County (off Highway 49 at junction of Highways 49 and 120).10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn proper fishing techniques, how to clean and cook a fish, and the role of the hatchery system. It's free and fun with something for everyone, including activities designed for children. For details please s Jana Leiran at jleiran@dfg.ca.gov or visit DFG’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/CaliforniaDFG. Go here for more information.

Elkhorn Slough Guided Walks (Monterey Co.) - May 27, 2012

Weekends - Elkhorn Slough Ecological Reserve docent-led walks, every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Binoculars and bird books available to borrow at no cost. Visitor Center and main overlook are fully accessible. Day use fee is $4.32 per person, ages 16 and older. Groups of 10 or more should schedule a separate tour. Go here for more information.

Fisherman's Warehouse Seminar - Sacramento - May 31, 2012

Tshomb Moore will give a free seminar on Navionics charts. 6 p.m. 9035 Folsom Blvd. (916) 362-1200 Go here for more information.

June 2012

Rock cod opener, Point Arena to Pigeon Point - June 01, 2012

First day of boat-based ground fishing from Point Arena to Pigeon Point Go here for more information.

Rock cod opener, Point Arena to Pigeon Point - June 01, 2012

First day of boat-based ground fishing from Point Arena to Pigeon Point Go here for more information.

Phil Johnson Memorial Don Pedro Team Kokanee Derby - June 02, 2012

Entry fee is $45 for members, $55 non-members. Payouts to top 15 places. Information: 209.383.0102, dulceew@sbcglobal.net Go here for more information.

White sea bass limit liberalized - June 16, 2012

White sea bass daily bag limit is increased to three fish south of Point Conception Go here for more information.

New Melones Team Kokanee Tournament - June 23, 2012

Two-day event. Entry fee is $90 per angler (member, $100 (non-member). Payouts to top 15 places. Information: 415.279.7875, 916.985.4943 Go here for more information.

Last day for Dungeness crab fishing - June 30, 2012

Season closes to the take of Dungeness crab south of Mendocino Go here for more information.

July 2012

Free fishing day - July 07, 2012

Recreational anglers may fish without a license (report cards required). Go here for more information.

Lake Pardee Team Kokanee Tournament - July 21, 2012

Entry fee is $45 per angler (member, $55 (non-member). Payouts to top 15 places. Information: 650.433.0482, info@kokaneepower.org Go here for more information.

Last day for Dungeness crab fishing - Del Norte, Humboldt and Mendocino counties - July 30, 2012

Last day to fish for crab in Mendocino, Humboldt and Del Norte counties. Go here for more information.

August 2012

Perch season opening day - August 01, 2012

First day of recreational sportfishing for perch in San Francisco and San Pablo bays. Go here for more information.

September 2012

Free fishing day - September 08, 2012

Recreational anglers may legally fish without a sport fishing license. All report cards still required. Go here for more information.

Shaver Lake Team Trout Derby - September 15, 2012

Entry fee is $45 per angler (member, $55 (non-member). Payouts to top 15 places. R Information: 559.271.8908, j.flohr@sbcglobal.net Go here for more information.