California Department of Fish and Wildlife Special and Apprentice Hunts: 2023-2024

If you are looking for a place to hunt pheasants, this year look at hunting some of these hunts. Apply for them if you qualify. The good news most of these hunts are conducted on Public Land and the days following the hunts there are usually leftover birds that didn't get shot, especially after the Apprentice hunts. Check your regulations and make sure its legal and within the pheasant season, some hunts are a few days or a couple weeks before season opens so be careful not to break the law.

THIS IS THE LINK TO THE DFW WEBSITE WHERE YOU CAN SIGN UP:

CDFW Special and Apprentice Hunts - View Available Hunts (ca.gov)

(FRESNO COUNTY) MENDOTA WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(FRESNO COUNTY) MENDOTA WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 5:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(FRESNO COUNTY) MENDOTA WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, December 2, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(FRESNO COUNTY) MENDOTA WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, December 2, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(IMPERIAL COUNTY) IMPERIAL WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only, Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, November 19, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 2 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (909) 627-1613 or (760) 636-6118.

(IMPERIAL COUNTY) IMPERIAL WILDLIFE AREA Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, December 17, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 35 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 27, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (909) 627-1613 or (760) 636-6118.

(KERN COUNTY) STOCKDALE RANCH Women's Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 11, 2023 10:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 50 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 23, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(KERN COUNTY) STOCKDALE RANCH Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, November 12, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 50 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 23, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(KERN COUNTY) STOCKDALE RANCH Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, November 12, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 50 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 23, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(LASSEN COUNTY) ASH CREEK WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, October 28, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 9, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 294-5824.

(LASSEN COUNTY) ASH CREEK WILDLIFE AREA Women's, Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, October 28, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 30 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 9, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife will NOT provide dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 294-5824.

(LASSEN COUNTY) ASH CREEK WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, October 29, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 9, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 294-5824.

(LASSEN COUNTY) HONEY LAKE WILDLIFE AREA - FLEMMING UNIT Women's Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, October 21, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 2, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 254-6644.

(LASSEN COUNTY) HONEY LAKE WILDLIFE AREA - FLEMMING UNIT Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, October 21, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 2, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 254-6644.

(LOS ANGELES COUNTY) PEACE VALLEY Jr. Required Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, December 9, 2023 7:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 16 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog will be required for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) For more information or questions, please call (949) 514-1729.

(LOS ANGELES COUNTY) PEACE VALLEY Jr. Required, Family, Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, December 9, 2023 10:30 AM. This hunt will accommodate 16 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog will be required for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) For more information or questions, please call (949) 514-1729.

(MADERA COUNTY) HENSLEY LAKE Family, Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 25, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 35 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 6, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife will NOT provide dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MADERA COUNTY) HENSLEY LAKE Jr. Required Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 25, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 30 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 6, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MADERA COUNTY) HENSLEY LAKE Jr. Required Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, November 26, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 30 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 6, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MADERA COUNTY) HENSLEY LAKE Family, Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, November 26, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 35 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 6, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife will NOT provide dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MADERA COUNTY) VLOT BROTHERS FARMS Mobility-Impaired Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 11, 2023 10:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 23, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog will be required for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MADERA COUNTY) VLOT BROTHERS FARMS Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, November 12, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 50 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 23, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MADERA COUNTY) VLOT BROTHERS FARMS Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, November 12, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 50 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 23, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MERCED COUNTY) MERCED Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, December 2, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MERCED COUNTY) MERCED Jr. Required Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, December 2, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MERCED COUNTY) MERCED Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, December 3, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MERCED COUNTY) MERCED Jr. Required Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, December 3, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MERCED COUNTY) MERCED Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, December 9, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MERCED COUNTY) MERCED Jr. Required Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, December 9, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MERCED COUNTY) MERCED Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, December 10, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MERCED COUNTY) MERCED Jr. Required Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, December 10, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MERCED COUNTY) O'NEILL FOREBAY WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MERCED COUNTY) O'NEILL FOREBAY WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MERCED COUNTY) O'NEILL FOREBAY WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, November 19, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(MERCED COUNTY) O'NEILL FOREBAY WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, November 19, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009.

(NAPA COUNTY) NAPA-SONOMA MARSHES WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 10 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 2 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (707) 944-5567.

(NAPA COUNTY) NAPA-SONOMA MARSHES WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 10 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 2 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (707) 944-5567.

(PLUMAS COUNTY) GREEN GULCH RANCH Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 9:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 15 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. No dogs will be allowed for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 624-8657.

(RIVERSIDE COUNTY) DANNY ROBINSON MEMORIAL Jr. Required Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, December 2, 2023 10:00 AM - Sunday, December 3, 2023. This hunt will accommodate 100 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. There must be a Junior in your group to get drawn for this hunt. This is a 2 day hunt! Juniors hunt on Saturday and Sunday. Guests of Juniors listed on the hunting application can hunt with Junior on Sunday. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (909) 627-1613.

(RIVERSIDE COUNTY) SAN JACINTO WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, November 12, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 70 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 2 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 23, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (909) 627-1613 or (951)-634-4652.

(RIVERSIDE COUNTY) SAN JACINTO WILDLIFE AREA Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, December 10, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 60 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, November 13, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (909) 627-1613 or (951) 634-4652.

(RIVERSIDE COUNTY) SAN JACINTO WILDLIFE AREA Women's Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, January 7, 2024 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 2 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, December 11, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (909) 627-1613 or (951) 634-4652.

(SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY) CAMP CADY WILDLIFE AREA Family, Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 4, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 16, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (909) 627-1613.

(SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY) CAMP CADY WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only, Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 4, 2023 12:30 PM. This hunt will accommodate 15 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 2 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 16, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (909) 627-1613.

(SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY) RAY AZBILL Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, February 3, 2024 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 50 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 2 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, January 15, 2024 4:00 PM. No dogs will be allowed for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (805) 610-3915 -or- (559) 243-4009.

(SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY) RAY AZBILL Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, February 4, 2024 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 50 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 2 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, January 15, 2024 4:00 PM. No dogs will be allowed for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (805) 610-3915 -or- (559) 243-4009.

(SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY) SANTA MARGARITA Women's Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, February 17, 2024 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 50 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, January 29, 2024 4:00 PM. No dogs will be allowed for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (559) 243-4009 -or- (831) 212-5989.

(SISKIYOU COUNTY) SHASTA VALLEY WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only, Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife will NOT provide dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 459-3926.

(SISKIYOU COUNTY) SHASTA VALLEY WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only, Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 25 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife will NOT provide dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 459-3926.

(SOLANO COUNTY) GRIZZLY ISLAND WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 30 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 2 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (707) 425-3828.

(SOLANO COUNTY) GRIZZLY ISLAND WILDLIFE AREA Family Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 40 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (707) 425-3828.

(TEHAMA COUNTY) SACRAMENTO RIVER BEND AREA Jr. Only, Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 30 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife will NOT provide dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 597-2201.

(TEHAMA COUNTY) SACRAMENTO RIVER BEND AREA Jr. Only, Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 30 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife will NOT provide dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 597-2201.

(TEHAMA COUNTY) SACRAMENTO RIVER BEND AREA Women's Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, November 19, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 30 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 597-2201.

(TEHAMA COUNTY) SACRAMENTO RIVER BEND AREA Women's Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Sunday, November 19, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 30 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is NOT providing dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 597-2201.

(YOLO COUNTY) SACRAMENTO BYPASS WILDLIFE AREA Family, Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, October 28, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 8 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 9, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife will NOT provide dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 615-1316.

(YOLO COUNTY) YOLO BYPASS WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 8:00 AM. This hunt will accommodate 10 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 2 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 757-2461.

(YOLO COUNTY) YOLO BYPASS WILDLIFE AREA Jr. Only Apprentice Pen-raised Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 18, 2023 1:00 PM. This hunt will accommodate 10 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 2 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 30, 2023 4:00 PM. In efforts to demonstrate safe hunting practices, the Department of Fish and Wildlife--along with our CDFW Volunteers--is offering the assistance of trained hunting dogs to participating hunting groups. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. Hunters may bring their own dogs, provided the dog is trained in the practices of hunting upland game. Recommended dog breeds are: Pointers, or Flushers. (All dogs must remain in the owner's control.) NOTE: The Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot guarantee the availability of a dog the day of the hunt. For more information or questions, please call (530) 757-2461.

(YUBA COUNTY) FEATHER RIVER WILDLIFE AREA - NELSON SLOUGH UNIT Family, Pen-raised Apprentice Pheasant Hunt, Saturday, November 4, 2023 8:30 AM. This hunt will accommodate 15 hunters. Maximum hunting party size for this hunt is 4 hunters. Application deadline for this hunt is Monday, October 16, 2023 4:00 PM. Use of a hunting dog is optional for this hunt. However, the Department of Fish and Wildlife will NOT be providinag any dogs for this hunt. For more information or questions, please call (916) 850-9986.