California Deer Hunting Guides & Outfitters
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California Deer Hunting Stats
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2008 CA Deer Tag Fees:
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$26 resident, $228 non-resident |
| Estimated CA Deer population: |
487,000 |
| 2007 CA Deer Harvest: |
33,257 |
| 2007 CA Deer Hunters: |
150,000 |
California boasts six subspecies of mule deer that inhabit high desert foothills, alpine meadows, coastal mountains, and many places in between. In no other western state does such a variety of deer hunting possibilities exist. It’s little wonder that deer are the most popular, and accessible, big game animal in the state. Deer of one sort or another occupy roughly 88,000 square miles of habitat or 56 percent of the land in California. There are no free-roaming whitetailed deer in California,
California deer breeding season, or rut, occurs at slightly different times from north to south. Depending on the geographical area involved, the rut may take place anywhere from October (coastal mountains) through January (southern deserts).
The California Department of Fish and Game requires hunting guides to be licensed, bonded, and maintain detailed guide logs. The vast majority of licensed guides are highly ethical professionals who require their clients to strictly adhere to hunting laws and acceptable standards. Hunting guides often teach hunters new techniques and give them the opportunity to have a higher chance of success in areas with which they may not be familiar