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August 13, 2024
In this video, we discuss deer hunting opportunities, deer management/conservation efforts and Chronic Wasting Disease also known as CWD.
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July 23, 2024
In this video, we teach hunters about the Tule Elk, which is found only in California. We will discuss the history, habitat and population distribution with an expert in the field. Then, we'll discuss hunting tactics with an experienced Tule Elk hunter and pick his brain on practical strategies to make the most of this coveted tag.
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July 16, 2024
Are you tired of freezer burned meat? Is your freezer full? Are you looking for a creative and delicious method to make the most of the wild game meat you harvest this fall? This video will cover how to ‘can’ and preserve wild game meat. Our presenter shares 40 years of experience, cover the many benefits of canning wild game and teach the entire process of canning.
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June 25, 2024
This recorded webinar is designed to help people better identify different animal tracks (mainly deer vs elk, mountain lion vs dog vs coyote, black bear, and other small critters found in California). The presenter, who is certified with Tracker Certification North America, discusses information on animal sign, myths with tracking, and basics on how to get into it and practice tracking animals (following them). Information includes some of the legal considerations and some of the related laws in regard to wildlife harassment and ethics.
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June 11, 2024
In a world that has so many competing attractions, how do we get kids excited about hunting? This video discusses practical ways we can help young people foster a lifelong passion for the outdoors. This video is designed to show some tried and true strategies which have been used to encourage and motivate our young people to enjoy hunting, talk about it with their friends... so, they too will be looking forward to the next season opener.
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May 28, 2024
Have you ever thought of the positive impact that hunting can have on other aspects of your life? This video discusses the following:
- How hunting can help motivate people to get into and stay in year-round shape.
- Benefits to fitness as it applies to hunting.
- Some practical things that a person can do to increase their fitness level and better enjoy their hunts.
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May 21, 2024
In this video, we discuss, biology, habitat and population distribution of pronghorn. Then, we cover hunting tactics with pronghorn hunters and provide practical strategies to make the most of this coveted tag.
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April 30, 2024
This video provides hunters information about the largest of the California big game animals. We discuss biology, habitat and population distribution with a wildlife biologist. Then, we cover hunting tactics with some elk hunters and pick their brains about some practical strategies to make the most of this coveted tag. The video includes some of the ways hunters help in elk conservation efforts.
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March 26, 2024
How well would you respond during a wilderness emergency? During emergencies, we often respond to our training or lack of it. In this video, some of the common mistakes to avoid during a wilderness emergency are presented.
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March 5, 2024
This video will provide you the tips, tricks and strategies for making your time in the turkey woods more enjoyable, fun and perhaps even more successful. We conducted a round table discussion with a few long-time turkey hunters as well as with a newbie turkey hunter. The main topic of discussion was tips to successful turkey calling. We talk about when not to call, duration of calling, and tips to calling in wary public land birds. We also discussed some public land tactics for California gobblers.
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August 13, 2024
In this video, we discuss deer hunting opportunities, deer management/conservation efforts and Chronic Wasting Disease also known as CWD.
July 23, 2024
In this video, we teach hunters about the Tule Elk, which is found only in California. We will discuss the history, habitat and population distribution with an expert in the field. Then, we'll discuss hunting tactics with an experienced Tule Elk hunter and pick his brain on practical strategies to make the most of this coveted tag.
July 16, 2024
Are you tired of freezer burned meat? Is your freezer full? Are you looking for a creative and delicious method to make the most of the wild game meat you harvest this fall? This video will cover how to ‘can’ and preserve wild game meat. Our presenter shares 40 years of experience, cover the many benefits of canning wild game and teach the entire process of canning.
June 25, 2024
This recorded webinar is designed to help people better identify different animal tracks (mainly deer vs elk, mountain lion vs dog vs coyote, black bear, and other small critters found in California). The presenter, who is certified with Tracker Certification North America, discusses information on animal sign, myths with tracking, and basics on how to get into it and practice tracking animals (following them). Information includes some of the legal considerations and some of the related laws in regard to wildlife harassment and ethics.
June 11, 2024
In a world that has so many competing attractions, how do we get kids excited about hunting? This video discusses practical ways we can help young people foster a lifelong passion for the outdoors. This video is designed to show some tried and true strategies which have been used to encourage and motivate our young people to enjoy hunting, talk about it with their friends... so, they too will be looking forward to the next season opener.
May 28, 2024
Have you ever thought of the positive impact that hunting can have on other aspects of your life? This video discusses the following:
- How hunting can help motivate people to get into and stay in year-round shape.
- Benefits to fitness as it applies to hunting.
- Some practical things that a person can do to increase their fitness level and better enjoy their hunts.
May 21, 2024
In this video, we discuss, biology, habitat and population distribution of pronghorn. Then, we cover hunting tactics with pronghorn hunters and provide practical strategies to make the most of this coveted tag.
April 30, 2024
This video provides hunters information about the largest of the California big game animals. We discuss biology, habitat and population distribution with a wildlife biologist. Then, we cover hunting tactics with some elk hunters and pick their brains about some practical strategies to make the most of this coveted tag. The video includes some of the ways hunters help in elk conservation efforts.
March 26, 2024
How well would you respond during a wilderness emergency? During emergencies, we often respond to our training or lack of it. In this video, some of the common mistakes to avoid during a wilderness emergency are presented.
March 5, 2024
This video will provide you the tips, tricks and strategies for making your time in the turkey woods more enjoyable, fun and perhaps even more successful. We conducted a round table discussion with a few long-time turkey hunters as well as with a newbie turkey hunter. The main topic of discussion was tips to successful turkey calling. We talk about when not to call, duration of calling, and tips to calling in wary public land birds. We also discussed some public land tactics for California gobblers.