Local hunters are expecting an excellent wild turkey hunting season March 26 through May 1, noted Dave Ebright at Chico Sportsmans Den. "There are definitely a lot of birds in the area", observed Ebright. "The local wild turkey mix has a lot of jakes, two year olds, and mature gobblers; the population has done very well.
"We expect that hunters on the opener should do very well if the weather co-operates. The current cold weather means that the birds will be staying on the roost, and it will be a little longer before they start to pair off. "
Ebright continued, "Don't forget that turkey hunters are required to have a current California Hunting License and an Upland Game Bird Stamp."
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Good trout action greeted Irvine Lake anglers this week, despite rainy midweek conditions, reported Jimmy Getty at the Pro Shop. "We have had too many 3 to 5-pounders weighed in to even keep track of", observed Getty. "They have really been whacking them right out in front [of the Pro Shop]." Getty added, "For the President's Day holiday this week, we will have two special trout stockings. The first will be another load of rainbow trout in the 10......
