Captain’s Log: Leopard the Most Beautiful Shark in the Sea
Don't let their looks fool you; they're stealth, silent — and deadly. Handle with caution.Outdoors Q&A: What If I Can’t Read the Tags?
Read on for answers to that question and others about state regulations on hunting and fishing.Captain’s Log: Boaters Should Be Wary of Potato Patch
Weird things happen in the area off Santa Cruz Island; a watery monster can rear its head anytime.Outdoors Q&A: What Are the Rules on Assisting Injured Wildlife?
Read on for answers to that question and others about state regulations on hunting and fishing.Outdoors Q&A: Anglers With Special Needs
Read on for answers to your questions about state regulations on hunting and fishing.Captain’s Log: Lobster Season
There are many ways to catch and savor lobster, including landing the delectable critter yourself.Outdoors Q&A: How Do Deer Quench Their Thirst?
Read on for answers to that question and others about state regulations on hunting and fishing.Captain’s Log: A Minor Rescue at Sea
One boater's preventable mishap provides important lessons for anyone heading out to sea.Captain’s Log: New Angler Center Adds to Allure of Goleta Pier
The partnership between the Santa Barbara County Parks Department and the United Pier and Shore Anglers of California puts fun in fishing.Outdoors Q&A: Shark-Shortened Halibut
Read on for answers to your questions about state regulations on hunting and fishing.Outdoors Q&A: Baiting for Wildlife Photography
Read on for answers to your questions about state regulations on hunting and fishing.Outdoors Q&A: Why Doesn’t California Use Doe Hunts?
Read on for answers to your questions about state regulations on hunting and fishing.Captain’s Log: What’s Cookin’?
Truly fresh fish is unbeatable, but for store-bought fish, this recipe will make you want to dive in for seconds.Captain’s Log: Fishing Just For the Halibut
Use one of three basic techniques to reel in one of the tastiest fish in the sea.Outdoors Q&A: Largemouth Bass for Sale?
Read on for answers to your questions about state regulations on hunting and fishing.Captain’s Log: Sea Otters Are Cute — But Problematic
The critters, roaming freely and in growing numbers south of Point Conception, are a threat to shellfish.Outdoors Q&A: California Hunting Opportunities
Read on for answers to your questions about state regulations on hunting and fishing.Captain’s Log: Angling For Live Bait
David Bacon provides an insider's look at the live bait operation at Santa Barbara Harbor.Outdoors Q&A: Fishing Access on Private Lands
Read on for answers to that question and more about California regulations on hunting and fishing.Captain’s Log: Fishing for Kid-Size Sharks Can Be Big-Time Fun
These sharks can be caught in shallow water and without traveling for hours to get to the best spots.Captain’s Log: Get Out and Enjoy a Whale of an Opportunity
Whale watching in the Santa Barbara Channel is on now. Don't let the opportunity slip by to see big blue.Outdoors Q&A: Is It Legal to Shoot Sharks?
Read on for answers to that question and more about California regulations on hunting and fishing.Captain’s Log: Thrill of a Shark Chase Will Leave You Jaw-Struck
There's no better time to get hooked on thresher shark fishing.Captain’s Log: Teaching Children to Fish Will Get You Hooked
It's hard to beat the experience of helping a child land his or her first fish, and there are several options for delving into coastal waters.Outdoors Q&A: Why Does Deer Season Start in the Summer?
Read on for answers to that question and more about California regulations on hunting and fishing.Captain’s Log: What About the Critters?
A tale from the perspective of a field mouse explains how escaping the Gap Fire isn't easy for some animals.Captain’s Log: Open Your Mind to the Beauty of the Channel Islands
Explore the sanctuary's marine life and habitats without getting your feet wet.Outdoors Q&A: When Does a Stream Become a Lake?
Read on for answers to that question and more about California regulations on hunting and fishing.Captain’s Log: NOAA Proposes Rule to Require Saltwater Angler Registration
Registry aimed at improving quality of recreational fishing data.Captain’s Log: Efforts to End Overfishing are Catching On
The ripple effects from overfishing are still felt, but setting annual catch limits will help propel progress.Captain’s Log: Duck Counts Dive, Leaving Hunters, Anglers Stranded
Lower-than-average precipitation and the NorCal water wars may lead to dire socioeconomic effects.Captain’s Log: Pull White Seabass Through Weather Windows
Don't let the wind keep you from fishing in seabass season.Captain’s Log: Boating Safety Starts With Wearing a Life Jacket
Boaters need to keep in mind the simple fact that making a life jacket part of the routine saves lives.Captain’s Log: Nautical Swap Meet a Must-Sea
There's plenty of gear to be had at the harbor, but the real beauty of the event is in the camaraderie of the enthusiasts.Captain’s Log: Funding Shortfall Threatens to Sink Lifesaving Buoys
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