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1st Anual COHA Pheasant Hunt

You are cordially invited to attend California Outdoor Heritage Alliance’s
1st Annual Pheasant Hunt at Raahauge’s Pheasant Club Friday March 19, 2010.

This event will benefit the efforts of the California Outdoor Heritage Alliance and is a
a great chance to meet some of the COHA staff, board members and have a great upland pheasant hunt.

The rolling fields are some of the most beautiful in Southern California, close to Orange County and event to Downtown LA. You will not believe you are hunting in S. California!

Registration begins at 7am at Raahague’s Pheasant Club 5800 Bluff St. Norco, CA. directions can be found at: http://www.rpclub.com/images/img6.jpg

The fields are made up of 5 man/woman teams, 4 birds per person (cleaned), dogs are provided (please bring a tip for the handler), Catered Mexican Lunch, Raffle and Auction.

The Cost is $160 per shooter (hunting license and upland game stamp needed).

Come, meet and hunt others who support COHA’s on-going fight for your right (and your grandchildren’s right) to hunt.

Please send your registration in today to:

Gretchen Heffler, S. California Director of Development
10 Shasta Ct. Oceanside, CA 92057 Ph: 760-722-6697 Fax: 760-722-6695 gretchen©outdoorheritage.org www.outdoorheritage.org



Tue Mar 09 2010, 02:57PM by TC
Posted in Upland Birds | |        

Raahauge’s Pheasant Club Fred Hall 2010

Fri Mar 05 2010, 10:48PM by TC
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California Deer Association Fred Hall 2010

Fri Mar 05 2010, 09:36PM by TC
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Raahauge Shooting Enterprise Fred Hall 2010

Fri Mar 05 2010, 08:40PM by TC
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Obama Seeks US Ban of Weapons For Benefit of Mexico

What Mr. Holder is saying is that the need for lowering drug crime in Mexico supersedes the Constitutional protections of American citizens. http://www.shtfplan.com/headline-news/obama-seeks-us-ban-of-assault-weapons-for-benefit-of-mexico_02272010

Sun Feb 28 2010, 08:52AM by TC
Posted in Guns | |        

NM elk

Hunter: Larry Knowlton
Location: New Mexico
Weapon: .338-.378 Weatherby
Date of Kill: January 30, 2010
Species: Bull Elk - 419" Gross B&C
Outfitter/Guide: Carey Sebring - High Lonesome Outfitters

Just thought you guys might like to see a few pics of the huge bull we shot in N.M. this past Saturday. Larry Knowlton, my long-time friend and frequent client, finally shot the bull of a lifetime after months of agonizing defeat. Larry acquired one of the N.M. enhancement tags for elk, and on Sept 1st we began a 5 month ordeal to shoot a 400" plus bull. We started together on day 1, and finished together with 1 day to spare. Together we spent roughly 20 days in N.M. over the past 5 months hunting elk, but Larry himself spent 52 days since early September trying to find "the one".

I can't tell you how many ghost stories, false leads and over-exaggerated elk we chased for the past 5 months, Larry in particular, but in the end I think it was all worth it! Carey's outfit had originally located this bull in early November, and spent weeks of their time trying to get this bull for Larry. At 3:30pm on Saturday, after a 4.5 hr climb to get to this bull that lived in the worst place I have ever seen in my entire life. Mr. Knowlton shot a 419" gross 7x8 with 64" of mass, 54" beams and a whole lotta tines. At 430 yards he shot just over him with the first one, but shots 2 & 3 were perfect and a few seconds later the bull was down. We actually had him figured at 403" - 406", but his mass was so big that we under judged that a bit, and because of the huge mass we though his beams were shorter than what they actually are. I had the beams figured at 51", but the huge mass made the bull look shorter than what he actually is. The main frame is 388", with 31" of extras, for a total 419" gross.

Larry knowlton with his huge bull!

 

Sun Feb 21 2010, 05:05PM by TC
Posted in Big Game | |        

Wild hog population expanding in regions of San Diego County

Hunters throughout Southern California are perking up their ears.

Reports of wild hogs in the San Diego River drainage from El Capitan Reservoir upstream to nearly Highway 78 have grown to the point where the Cleveland National Forest staff has grown concerned about the hog’s impact on natural and cultural resources in the region.

“Our concern spans all three of our [ranger] districts... and the end result we’re seeking is to reduce or eliminate the resource problems caused by the wild pigs,” said Brian Harris, a spokesman for the Cleveland National Forest.

Doesn’t that sort of sound like an invitation to hunters?

Harris said that wild hogs have been reported widely in the Cleveland National Forest, encompassing an area that reaches from nearly the Mexican border all the way north into Riverside and Orange counties. The Forest Service is most concerned about the pigs on the Descanso district near El Capitan Reservoir, where there seem to be the most animals, and in the San Mateo Wilderness just south of Highway 74 in Riverside and Orange counties. Possible damage to sensitive habitat for endangered plants and amphibians and Indian artifact sites has the Forest staff concerned with the growing hog population.

San Diego Museum of Natural History started a survey last fall to discover the extent of the range of the feral pigs in the region. While the study is not complete, wild hogs or hog sign (rooting, scat, or tracks) have been identified in a large region with Lakeside, Descanso, Julian, and Ramona as the four corners of their range, with the hogs mostly concentrated along the San Diego River and its tributaries.

San Diego outdoor writer Ed Zieralski reported in 2008 that the wild hogs in the San Diego River region likely came from a single, intentional release of Russian hog stock on the Capitan Grande Indian Reservation, which borders much of El Capitan Reservoir. Apparently no more than 20 hogs were released in 2006, but the intent was to establish enough hogs for hunting on the Indian reservation. Not surprisingly, the pigs have not stayed put, and the population has grown.

Megan Jennings, a forest service biologist, said that while no accurate estimates have been made for the number pigs living in and around the San Diego River drainage, she has heard “guesses the population is from 40 to 300 pigs.”

Anglers fishing El Capitan have seen individual groups of hogs numbering around 30 animals.

In the San Mateo Wilderness, right on the Orange and Riverside county border, there have only been a couple of reports of individual hogs.

Wild hogs are extremely prolific. Sows frequently give birth to more than a dozen piglets, and they will frequently have two litters a year. To compound their growth potential, sows often have their first litter of young when they are only six to eight months old.

Jennings said the word has been slow to get out among hunters that there is a viable, huntable population of wild hogs on the Cleveland along the San Diego River. She explained that part of the problem is that the best hog hunting areas have little access except by long hikes. Hunters are advised to make sure they have current Forest Service maps and avoid trespassing on lands closed to access if they intend to hunt this region.

As the hog population continues to grow, and this El Nino year could really lead to a boost in numbers and growth of the areas being used by hogs, there is going to be increasing opportunity for hunters on the Cleveland National Forest.

Thu Feb 18 2010, 06:04PM by TC
Posted in Hog Hunter | |        

Public land upland hunting seminars part of Fred Hall Show March 6 and 7

Jim Matthews, one of Southern California’s most prolific outdoor writers and the publisher of Western Birds, The Wingshooter’s Newsletter, will be giving a trio of free public land upland bird hunting seminars on Saturday and Sunday, March 6-7, at the 2010 Fred Hall Show in Long Beach.

Matthews’ sessions will emphasize where to go on public lands in Southern California to find birds. Think Xs on maps. The brief sessions will cover must-have maps and where to get them, guzzler resources, and information on how to become involved in habitat work for birds. Three things that will help you score when bird seasons roll around.

The Western Birds newsletter has a cult-like following among avid bird hunters in this region because Matthews’ newsletter provides guzzler locations and maps to the best hunting locations throughout the region. He spends dozens of weekends a year scouting out the top spots for his readers. Matthews began the newsletter in 1996 and he has been hunting the region since the late 1960s. He draws on his years of experience in scouting, hunting, and publishing his newsletter when conducting these seminars.

“We have some of the best bird hunting in the world within three hours drive of downtown Los Angeles. The best news? It’s all on public land,” said Matthews. “Frankly, there are more good public land spots to hunt than we have birds hunters in California. The seminar is designed to give new hunters and veterans the resources to tap into this great hunting. We give you the tools necessary to find good, legal places to hunt.”

The seminars will be held at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, March 6 and at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 7. The 45-minute seminars are free once you enter the Fred Hall Show. Show admission is $15 for adults. There's a flyer with this story you can download to remind you of the seminar times -- along with a complete schedule of the 976-HUNT/ONS seminars later this year.

Flyer

Wed Feb 10 2010, 08:46AM by TC
Posted in JIM MATTHEWS | |        

Safari Club International hosts Wounded Warriors/Veterans Pheasant Hunt

January 17, 2010

Norco, CA

Recognizing the need to send a message of gratitude to our Veterans and Wounded Warriors, the Los Angeles Chapter of Safari Club International collaborated with the San Diego Chapter of SCI to host a day of pheasant hunting for these courageous men. Hosted at RP Pheasant Club in Norco, CA, a group of 63 enthusiastic soldiers including Marines from Camp Pendleton, 29 Palms, and Navy Seals from San Diego took to the field in pursuit of fleet winged pheasants.

Gathered around a warm fire in the early morning chill, they enjoyed hot coffee and a quick breakfast. Volunteers and servicemen had plenty of time to get to know each other, converse about hunts, discuss their field experiences, and anticipate the day's hunt. After a safety talk designed to keep the day's activities in the fun zone, groups of hunters were then paired with dogs and the 14 handlers. Before long it was off to the fields for an exciting day of wing shooting.

Plentiful pheasants along with expert dogs provided tremendous opportunity for the hunters in the nearly perfect weather. As one might expect, the shooting skill of the soldiers was illustrated by the bountiful brace of birds and smiling faces that shown in the pictures.

For the majority of these men, hunting behind an accomplished dog was a first in their outdoor experience. They all found that pointing dogs and flushing wings is a thrilling way to spend a day away from the rigors and stress of their jobs.

After a productive morning, the hunters were back at the lodge along with event volunteers. Once again they gathered around the campfire to then partake in an appetizing Argentine style BBQ with food provided by Vons/Safeway and skillfully prepared by Mike Malinauskas, co-chairman of the event. The chat by the military men as we sat around the campfire for lunch ranged from discussing additional hunting opportunities to information on how they can join SCI. (We will have applications on hand next year) From the many conversations it was evident that this event kindled the fire of hunting for the novices and experienced hunters alike. It must have made an impact since several of the men also voiced their intention attend the SCI San Diego Chapter fund raiser on Feb. 27, 2010. No doubt, the military is a great group for SCI membership.

Jeff Buck co-chairman said "With the positive response from sponsors, volunteers and soldiers the intention of this event was not lost...it was clearly mission accomplished!"

Plentiful hand shaking and pats on the back were combined with words of appreciation as we sent these brave men on their way. They took with them pheasants happily cleaned by the staff of RP Pheasant Club and were assured with the knowledge that SCI stands by their fellow hunters and military men.

Our appreciation goes out to the sponsors of the event including RP Pheasant Club, Vons a Safeway Company Tom Traynor of Maxim FlexPac Inc., 976-TUNA, Predator Callers of Orange County, California Sporting Goods Association, Starlight Kennels, and Vistamark Photography for without their help none of this would have happened. Please review their web pages and send them their thanks if you get the chance and support those who support our veterans and SCI.

Several additional outdoor events are planned for Veterans/Wounded Warriors during 2010. Any individuals, companies or outfitters that would like to join in and participate in this project should contact Jeff Buck or Mike Malinauskas at (949) 951-9201 or review our web page: www.sandiegosci.org
Jeff Buck, co-chairman jeffbuck@cox.net
Mike Malinauskas, co-chairman gauchosafaris@cox.net

Wed Feb 03 2010, 08:05AM by TC
Posted in Upland Birds | |        

Raahauge’s Pheasant Club Warriors/Veterans Pheasant Hunt SCI

Thu Jan 28 2010, 02:20PM by TC
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