California’s fire lookouts are proven wildfire sentries. Trained observers spot and verify smoke alongside technology. It’s time to rebuild our tower network through grants and partnerships with industry, state, and federal stakeholders. Volunteers stand ready to provide fast, statewide detection.
Fire Lookouts: The Overlooked Wildfire First Responders Read More »
The 14th annual California Wildlife Photo of the Year Contest comes to an exciting conclusion!
2025 California Wildlife Photo of the Year Announced Read More »
Just days away until the adventure of the Expo begins!
On the Horizon Sacramento’s International Sportsmen’s Expo 2026 Read More »
As I reflect on another year serving this exceptional community of storytellers, photographers, travel writers, and conservation advocates, I appreciate the passion and dedication each of you brings to our shared mission. We are all so fortunate to live in a state with such diverse landscapes, from the fog-draped redwood groves of the north to
President’s Message Read More »
Nominations for the 2026 Class of the California Outdoors Hall of Fame close on Dec. 15, 2025.
2026 Calif. Outdoors Hall of Fame Nominations Close Dec. 15 Read More »
California Wildlife Photo Of The Year Contest September – October 2025 Comes to Close. Coming soon the Photo of the Year. Stay tuned!
Final photo judging period for 2025 for California Watchable Wildlife Read More »
My first time fishing Pyramid Lake from a boat, rather than ladders along the shoreline, convinced me I’d found the Holy Grail for lahontan trout at this huge Northern Nevada tribal waterway.
Pyramid Lake Explodes with double digit trout Read More »
In the new film “Remaining Native,” Kutoven “Ku” Stevens runs to remember and honor his great grandfather who escaped from an Indian boarding school as a child.
Native athlete runs to heal in new film Read More »
Let’s appreciate outdoor experiences which bolster faith in human nature this holiday season.
Appreciate kindness of strangers this Thanksgiving Read More »
Master Falconer Kari Freidig tests California Threatened Swainson’s hawk for potential release. Freidig uses falconry techniques to help raptor rehabilitation and increase survival success after release back to wild.
Flight for Freedom – Hawk released back to wild after rehab at wildlife rescue Read More »
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