When news broke that a California man lost his hunting privileges for three years and had to cough up over $13,000 after poaching a trophy pronghorn antelope, it hit a nerve in the hunting community. Not just because of what he did—but because it reminds us all what’s at stake when folks step outside the …
The goal is to restore a natural fear response in the bear population, keeping them out of suburban and urban areas while reducing pressure on prey species like deer. To gain deeper insight into AB 1038—what it actually does, why it’s needed, and how it could benefit both hunters and non-hunters—Hunterizer sat down with Assemblywoman …
As hunters, we respect wildlife and understand that predators play a vital role in the ecosystem. But when mountain lions lose their natural fear of humans, the balance shifts—putting people, livestock, and even the lions themselves at risk. California Senate Bill 818 (SB 818) proposes a smart, science-based approach to managing these big cats by …
Spring turkey season is right around the corner, and if you’re planning to hit the woods in California this year, now’s the time to get ready. With its rolling hills, oak woodlands, and prime turkey habitat, the state offers some great opportunities to bag a bearded turkey. Whether you’ve been chasing California turkeys for years …
California may soon see a significant change in how black bears are managed. Assembly Bill 1038, introduced by Assembly Member Hadwick, proposes reinstating the use of hounds in bear hunting, a method banned in 2013 under Senate Bill 1221. With the state’s bear population now estimated at 60,000 to 80,000—more than double previous estimates—the bill …
Buckshot is a tool that many hunters assume is an option for deer hunting, but in California, its use comes with some restrictions that can be confusing. Unlike other states where buckshot might be a common choice, California law only allows it under specific conditions. To help clear things up, we’re breaking down exactly when …
California deer hunters, take note: significant changes to the way we tag and hunt in the D3-D5 and C4 zones could be on the horizon. The California Department of Fish & Wildlife (CDFW) is exploring a proposal that would restructure these hunting areas to better manage deer populations, separating migratory and residential deer. If implemented, …