California

California is a dream destination for hunters and anglers seeking diverse landscapes and wildlife. From the rugged Sierra Nevada Mountains to the sandy beaches of the Pacific coast, the state offers an incredible range of outdoor experiences. The state’s rich wildlife populations include black bears, mountain lions, deer, and elk, which thrive in the high mountain ranges and the vast wilderness areas. Anglers can chase a mixed bag of species from trophy largemouth bass in southern California, to ocean run steelhead in the Klamath and Sacramento rivers. The Golden State’s stunning landscapes provide ample opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to explore while pursuing their passions, and iconic destinations include Mount Shasta, Lake Tahoe, and Yosemite National Park.

For more information on the elected officials protecting and promoting the sportsmen’s traditions in California, please contact: Kaylee Mortensen

Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus

Representative Ken Calvert Representative Salud Carbajal Representative Jim Costa Representative John Duarte Representative John Garamendi Representative Jared Huffman Representative Darrell Issa Representative Tom McClintock Senator Alex Padilla Representative Jimmy Panetta Representative Eric Swalwell Representative Mike Thompson Representative David Valadao

California Outdoor Sporting Caucus

Senator Dave Cortese Senator Brian Jones Assembly Member Alexandra Macedo Assembly Member Lori Wilson

California Policy Highlights

The California Sportsmen’s Caucus supported the passage of the Wildlife Traffic Safety Act in 2019.

The California Caucus leadership advocated for sportsmen community inclusion in outdoor recreation
management

The California Legislature declared the first week of June as state-wide Fishing and Boating Week.

Paid Hunting License Holders

Paid Angling License Holders

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Generated for Wildlife Conservation

Considering Recreational Angling Access in Transportation Projects

Opportunities to expand angling access throughout the country have become increasingly limited in recent years due to increases in private ownership along waterways and attendant… Read more.

Federal Land Hunting & Angling Access

Many sportsmen and women depend on federal lands managed by agencies such as the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Fish and… Read more.

National Monuments

One of the tools that the White House and Congress use to conserve our country’s rich history, cultural, and natural resources is the designation of… Read more.

Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)

In recent years, Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) use has increased rapidly across the country.The unmitigated consequences of such growth not only threatens the environmental health… Read more.

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November 10, 2025

California’s AB 1127: A Backdoor Striker-Fired Handgun Ban

Why It Matters: The Second Amendment and sportsmen’s issues are often very much intertwined. All types of firearms are in commonplace usage for hunting and recreational shooting sports; thus, anti-firearms legislation is often a trojan horse attack on our sporting heritage. Additionally, the American System of Conservation Funding (ASCF) relies on revenue from firearms and…

October 22, 2025

CSF Welcomes New Southwestern States Coordinator

The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) announced today that Kaylee Mortensen has joined the organization as the Southwestern States Coordinator. In this role, Kaylee will work closely with the state legislative sportsmen’s caucuses under the National Assembly of Sportsmen’s Caucuses (NASC) and members of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC) in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah…

September 8, 2025

Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing?: California Bill Carries Potential Consequences for Dog Breeders, Owners

Why It Matters: Seemingly innocuous bills can sometimes carry significant unexpected consequences for law-abiding sportsmen and women. Currently, California Assembly Bill 519, which has moved through both chambers with wide support, is one such example that has some members of the sporting-conservation community concerned. On the surface, the bill reads as an anti-puppy mill effort,…

September 2, 2025

FWS Expands Hunting and Fishing Opportunities Across 11 States

Why it Matters: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) provides important hunting and fishing opportunities across the country. Despite the importance that FWS lands, particularly through the National Wildlife Refuge System (NWRS) and the National Fish Hatchery System (NFHS), play for sportsmen and women, there are often inconsistencies between state and federal regulations, as…

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