Grunion Hunting

April 29, 2010

Question: I want to take my son on a grunion run while vacationing in California. I have an out-of-state driver’s license and don’t want to purchase a California fishing license. I don’t plan on catching any myself but want him to enjoy the experience. He is 13. Will I get in any trouble? (Sean D.)

Answer: As long as you are not participating in the hunts and are in no way pursuing the fish or assisting your son in pursuing or capturing any fish, then you do not need a license. Remember that California grunion season is closed during April and May each year (California Code of Regulations Title 14, section 28.00).

We need another NCKA Grunion run.  Its time!