Juniper Flats

Juniper Flats https://www.blm.gov/visit/juniper-flats Juniper Flats is located between the Mojave Desert and the forests of the San Bernardino Mountains in California. Juniper Flats hosts a unique mixture of plants from both environments. Its streams and wetlands attract many kinds of wildlife. No less amazing are the beautiful views and varied landscape that make Juniper Flats a favorite recreation destination year-round. Visitors to Juniper Flats enjoy excellent recreation opportunities, including camping, hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and hunting. Off-highway vehicle (OHV) touring is restricted to a designated route system.

Juniper Flats covers 101,272 acres of mixed public and private lands. Located between the Mojave Desert and the forests of the San Bernardino Mountains, Juniper Flats hosts a unique mixture of plants from both environments. Its streams and wetlands attract many kinds of wildlife. No less amazing are the beautiful views and varied landscape that make Juniper Flats a favorite recreation destination year-round. Visitors to Juniper Flats enjoy excellent recreation opportunities, including camping, hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and hunting. Of-highway vehicle (OHV) touring is restricted to a designated route system (see numbered routes on included maps). Routes not marked as open are CLOSED to all motorized vehicles. “Technical” or crosscountry (of-route) OHV activities are not allowed in Juniper Flats; please use the nearby El Mirage, Johnson Valley, or Stoddard Valley OHV areas. Juniper Flats is part of a public trail network that connects the San Bernardino National Forest with Victor Valley OHV areas to the northwest. Public lands in Juniper Flats are managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Transitional areas between ecosystems typically support and attract a greater number of plant and animal species. Among the many mammals sighted at Juniper Flats are mountain lion, bobcat, coyote, kit fox, white-tailed antelope squirrel, black-tailed jackrabbit, mountain cottontail, desert cottontail, rock squirrel, California ground squirrel, Botta’s pocket gopher, the kangaroo rat, and Merriam’s chipmunk. Dispersed camping and parking are allowed in areas that show obvious signs of prior use and lack of vegetation cover, that are within 300 feet of a designated open route, and that are at least 200 yards from wildlife watering places. Camping in any one location is limited to 14 days. Please obtain permission before entering private land. Fire permits are required and may be restricted in the fre season (May – October). Fire danger is extreme during most of the year. Flora and Fauna Camping and Picnicking Of-route recreation travel through wildlands seriously damages the environment and cultural resources. It takes only one tire tread to crush a nest or destroy fragile evidence of the past! Please stay on trails marked OPEN. Be especially careful in the part of Juniper Flats designated an Area of Critical Environmental Concern. See map on other side. LEGEND Private Property Private Road Public Land Motorcycle Route Powerline Road Open Route Kiosk Locations Arrastre Falls Forest Service Restoration Area Boundary Juniper Flats Restoration Area Extensive restoration has already been accomplished (see the red-bordered area in the map below), but protecting this unique environment is an ongoing challenge. Residents, local government, and community institutions can all help ensure that the natural and cultural resources of Juniper Flats are enjoyed for generations to come. For more information about how you can help, contact the Bureau of Land Management, Barstow Field Ofce, at (760) 252-6000. NOTICE: Motorized use is permitted only on routes signed “OPEN.” Any route that does not have an “OPEN” sign is not legal for motorized use. Motorized use of any closed route will result in a ÿne or criminal prosecution. 3 JF m 6 1 Miles 5 33 JF Scale 0 5 34 p JF 35 8M 3 30 JF 33 8M 35 J J 3229 JF JF 3 3 The Bureau of Land Management makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of this map. The map is merely representational. The map and the data from which it was derived are not binding on the Bureau and may be revised at any time in the future. The Bureau of Land Management shall not be liable under any circumstances for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages with respect to any claim by any user or any third party on account of or arising from the use of this map or the data from which it was derived. M 54 JF 5 325 JF JF 32 A 25 25 J F3 219M JF3 J F3 5 22 1M 22 5 JF 321 Flora communities include the Mojave Desert creosote scrub, the Joshua tree woodland, cottonwood and willow riparian woodland, juniper woodland, grasslands, and (at the highest elevations) pinyon-oak woodland. 3 32 5 5 JF 32 27 JF 335 JF Recreation Hunting and Shooting F3 35 9M Arrastre Falls M 55 33 J F3 Many birds also call Juniper Flats home, including the red-tailed hawk, Cooper’s hawk, prairie falcon, golden eagle, American kestrel, greater roadrunner, loggerhead shrike, LeConte’s thrasher, Least Bell’s vireo, western scrub jay, great horned owl, barn owl, and burrowing owl. Visitors may also encounter a variety of insects and amphibians near water sources, as well as rattlesnakes, such as the Southern Pacifc rattlesnake, throughout Juniper Flats. 33 30 JF F3 25 JF32 and responsible recreation. Juniper Flats supports diverse wildlife boulder felds, canyons, and washes, An attractive landscape of mountains

U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management Desert Discovery Center Your Recreation Destination - Barstow Field Office Overview The BLM’s Desert Discovery Center is a 7,000 square foot facility surrounded by 12 acres of public land in Barstow. The Desert Discovery Center partners with local, county, state, federal and private agencies and organizations to provides students, educators and visitors year-round opportunities to learn about public land and the history of the Mojave Desert and the California Historic Route 66 National Scenic Byway. The Desert Discovery Center receives about 10,500 visitors per year. The partnership created environment-based education programs that provide focused learning of the natural world while inspiring environmental stewardship. Programs are offered to K-12 students, high desert residents, and visiting visitors from all over the world. Visitors can enjoy a native plant and animal habitat in a secret garden and pond area with art installations. Old Woman Meteorite The Desert Discovery Center houses the “Old Woman Meteorite”, the second largest meteorite found in the United States. In late 1975, the meteorite was discovered in the southwestern portion of the Old Woman Mountains. The Old Woman Meteorite was sent to the Smithsonian Institute in Washington D.C. for study, with results signifying it to be one of a kind. Its authenticity was verified by Dr. Roy Clarke of the Smithsonian Institute. The Meteorite weighs 6,070 pounds, and is 38 inches long, 30 inches wide and 34 inches high. It is composed mostly of iron, contains about 6% nickel and has trace amounts of cobalt, phosphorus, chromium and sulphur. In 1980, the Smithsonian sent the meteorite back to the California Desert and remains on permanent display at the Desert Discovery Center. Main Street Murals The Main Street Murals is the nonprofit lead for the partnership and facility. Their mission is to develop and implement a comprehensive formal and informal education center with programs focusing on the natural, cultural, and historic resources associated with the Mojave Desert. California Historic Route 66 National Scenic Byway Gateway The Desert Discovery Center also serves as a BLM Route 66 Gateway partner to help enhance public awareness to promote, preserve, and protect cultural and historic resources along the California Historic Route 66 National Scenic Byway between Needles and Barstow, and adjacent BLM-managed public land, and National Conservation Lands, including the Mojave Trails National Monument. In 2015, the BLM and California Historic Route 66 Association completed a Corridor Management Plan for this segment of Route 66 and in 2020, partnered to submit a byway nomination. In February 2021, the Federal Highway Administration National Scenic Byways Program designated the California segment of Route 66 a National Scenic Byway. The Desert Discovery Center is the doorway to discover the California Historic Route 66 National Scenic Byway’s ten thousand year history. For More Information Contact the BLM Barstow Field Office (760) 252-6000 https://www.blm.gov/barstow 

U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management Sawtooth Canyon Rock Climbing - Your Recreation Destination - Barstow Field Office Overview Sawtooth Canyon Campground, also known as “New Jack City,” is located about three miles west of California Highway 247 and 20 miles south of Barstow. New Jack City is its popular name and originates from the rock climbing community who use the area. The historic name for the canyon is “Traer Agua” which means “bring water”. The name “Sawtooth” is derived from the resemblance between the ridge line and the outline of a saw blade. Sawtooth Canyon offers many recreational activities including camping, wildlife viewing, hunting, rock climbing, and picnicking. Know Before You Go - Campground Rules • • • • • • • • • • • • Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return. Pack sufficient water, food, clothing, equipment, and first aid supplies. Damaging/removing plants, animals, rocks, fossils and artifacts is illegal. Shooting firearms, other weapons, or fireworks is prohibited. Poisonous snakes and weather extremes are common desert hazards. Plan for summer high temperatures ranging from 100 to 120 degrees F, and winter temperatures that may drop below freezing. Desert winds are frequent and strong, and humidity is generally low. Avoid low-lying areas during rainstorms to avoid flash flood dangers. Cellular phone service is not reliable in all locations. Glass containers and dumping sewage or gray water is prohibited. Pack it in/pack it out and dispose of your trash properly. Golden eagles nest in the area. Please avoid nests while rock climbing during breeding season from mid-January to mid-September. Camping and Fees The Sawtooth Canyon campground has 13 campsites, which include fire pits, barbeque grills, picnic tables, and a vault toilet. Camping is only allowed in designated campsites, and all sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Reservations are not required and there are no fees. Fires can only be built in facility fire rings or fire pits, and firewood containing nails, screws, or metal is prohibited. Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m., and camping is limited to 14 days within a 28-day period. Campfire Permits Fire danger is extreme during most of the year. Campfire permits are required and may be restricted during fire season. Campfire permits can be obtained online at www.preventwildfireca.org. Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Rules and Regulations OHV use is not allowed in the Sawtooth Canyon area. There are no open routes of travel or staging areas, and OHVs must be trailered in and out. Sawtooth Canyon is designated multiple and “limited” vehicle use to ensure minimal damage to soil, vegetation, wildlife, scenic values, and air quality. All licensed vehicles must remain on roads posted as open. Headlights and tail lights are required at night. Five miles per hour is the speed limit within 50 feet of campsites, people or animals. Open alcoholic containers in a motor vehicle are prohibited. For More Information Contact the BLM Barstow Field Office (760) 252-6000 https://www.blm.gov/office/barstow-field-office 

U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management Ord Mountain Route Network Your Recreation Destination - Barstow Field Office Overview The Ord Mountain Route Network, managed by the BLM’s Barstow Field Office, is south of Barstow and links the Stoddard Valley and Johnson Valley Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Areas. Travel within the network is limited to open routes. No cross-country travel is permitted. Recreational travel routes are posted with brown markers installed at intervals along open routes. Camping Camping is allowed, but limited to a maximum of 14 consecutive days. Stopping, parking and camping is restricted to previously disturbed areas within 100 feet of the centerline of designated open routes. Burning tires, pallets, magnesium, wires, petroleum products, other hazardous or explosive material is prohibited. Draining holding tanks, littering and dumping trash is also prohibited. Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Use • • • • • • • • • • • OHVs owned by California residents must be registered with the California DMV and must display a valid Green Sticker or Red Sticker. Out-of-state Vehicles: OHV users must comply with all California rules and regulations governing offhighway vehicles. Please visit the California OHV Page for more information. On the ground, motorized vehicles should yield to non-motorized craft. OHVs must be equipped with an approved muffler, brakes, and spark arrester. It is illegal for anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs to operate an OHV. It is prohibited to bring, dispose of, or possess any glass container, empty or not, within the open area. It is illegal to bring or burn wood containing nails, screws or other metal within the Ord Mountain area. It is illegal to possess and/or discharge fireworks. Persons on an ATV under 14 years of age must be supervised by a parent or guardian. All persons, regardless of age, who operate an ATV on Public Lands must wear an approved safety helmet. Carrying passengers on ATVs is prohibited ; remember—Safety First, Every Ride, Every Time! Leave No Trace Please follow the seven standard Leave No Trace principles when visiting and recreating on BLM-managed public lands. For more information, visit their website at Leave No Trace. • • • • • • • Plan Ahead and Prepare Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces Dispose of Waste Properly Leave What You Find Minimize Campfire Impacts Respect Wildlife Be Considerate of Other Visitors For More Information Contact the BLM Barstow Field Office (760) 252-6000 https://www.blm.gov/office/barstow-field-office 

U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management El Mirage OHV Recreation Area Your Recreation Destination - Barstow Field Office El Mirage Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area The El Mirage OHV Recreation Area is managed by the BLM’s Barstow Field Office (BAFO) and encompasses 27,275 acres with recreation opportunities for motorcycles, ATVs, trucks, cars, buggies, land yachts, model airplanes, model rockets, ultra-light aircraft, gyrocopters, and parasails. El Mirage also has campsites and an ATV technical course. For current conditions and closure status of the El Mirage Dry Lake Bed, contact the BAFO at (760) 252-6000. Entrance Fees • • • • • • Each vehicle driven into El Mirage must have a pass: daily ($15); weekly ($30); or Season ($90 - Oct. 1 to Sept. 30th). Daily Passes are valid from day of purchase until noon the next day. Passes can be can purchased at the Visitor Center, the Barstow Field Office, 2601 Barstow Road, or the on-site fee machine. The on-site fee machines take cash and credit cards, sell daily, weekly and annual passes, and require exact change. A separate permit is NOT required for vehicles towed into the area. However, a towed vehicle driven in or out of the area will require a permit. El Mirage is an expanded amenity recreation fee site and as such, does not accept Veterans, Senior, Adventure or National Park Passes. Film Permits El Mirage is a popular location for the motion picture industry where many major movies have been filmed including Terminator, Star Trek, There Will Be Blood, Tommy Boy and more. To apply for a film permit, please visit the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Film Permits page. Off-Highway Vehicle Use • • • • • • • • • • • • • OHVs owned by California residents must be registered with the California DMV and must display a valid “Green Sticker” or “Red Sticker.” Out-of-state OHV users must comply with all California rules and regulations, which are available at California OHV Page. On the ground, motorized vehicles should yield to non-motorized craft and aircraft. Spins, donuts and drifting are prohibited at any time. OHVs must be equipped with an approved muffler, brakes, and spark arrester. It is illegal to operate an OHV under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It is illegal to bring, dispose of, or possess any glass container, empty or not, within the open area. It is illegal to bring, dispose of, or possess any firewood containing nails, screws or other metal hardware within the open area. Pallets are prohibited. Shooting is prohibited in the El Mirage OHV Area, including BB guns, paint guns, and bow & arrows. It is illegal to possess and/or discharge fireworks. Persons on an ATV under 14 years of age must be supervised by a parent/guardian. All persons, regardless of age, who operate an ATV on public land must wear an approved safety helmet. Carrying passengers is prohibited on ATVs. For More Information Contact the BLM Barstow Field Office (760) 252-6000 https://www.blm.gov/barstow 

U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management Rainbow Basin Natural Area Owl Canyon Campground - Your Recreation Destination - Barstow Field Office Overview The Rainbow Basin Natural Area, managed by the BLM’s Barstow Field Office, is an Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC) with outstanding landscapes, geological, and paleontological features. Visitors are drawn to the diverse multi-colored rock landscapes, and scenic canyons and washes. The multicolored rock walls are accented by changing light conditions, creating dramatic photographic opportunities and the washes are good hiking trails to spot wildlife and take in views. A variety of desert wildlife are found in the Rainbow Basin, including pronghorn, prairie rattlesnakes, mule deer, jack rabbits, birds, insects, lizards, and the desert tortoise. Wildlife viewing is best during early morning and evening hours. In Fossil, Coon and Owl Canyons, birds gather in thick vegetation, which provides wildlife water, food, and shelter. Recreation activities include hiking, camping, photography, sightseeing, vehicle touring, and horseback riding. The Fossil Canyon Loop Road, a one-way narrow dirt road, is an interesting route for vehicle touring. A high clearance or four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended and do not attempt the loop in a RV or trailered vehicle. Fossils found in the area include camel, three-toed horse, do-bears, sabre-tooth cats, mastodons, and pygmy rhinoceros. The Rainbow Basin Natural Area is about eight miles north of Barstow, off Irwin Road (not Fort Irwin Road). The main access route is Fossil Bed Road. Know Before You Go • • • • • • • Permits are needed to remove fossils. If any are found, leave them in place and notify the Barstow Field Office at (760) 252-6000. Be aware weather extremes and poisonous snakes are common desert hazards. Rainbow Basin also has a flash flood risk. Avoid lowlying areas during storms and remember that rain upstream can cause flooding even though it is not raining in the immediate area. Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return. Bring adequate water, food, clothing, and first aid supplies. Rainbow Basin is a mix of public and private lands. Respect landowners' rights. All BLM California Desert District offices sell Land Status maps that show land ownership (public, private, state and military). Drive only on routes signed as open. Routes not signed as "open" are closed to all vehicles. All washes are closed to vehicle travel to protect these areas. Staging off-road vehicles/ATVs is prohibited in the Rainbow Basin ACEC and Owl Canyon Campground. Camping and Fees For More Information Contact the BLM Barstow Field Office (760) 252-6000 https://www.blm.gov/office/barstow-field-office The Owl Canyon 

A GUIDE TO: CALIFORNIA OFF-HIGHWAY ADVENTURES OFF-HIGHWAY MOTOR VEHICLE RECREATION DIVISION CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS WELCOME! alifornia State Parks welcomes you to the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Program. Did you know that California State Parks manages the largest off-highway recreation program in the United States? Established over 40 years ago, the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division, in partnership with local, state, and federal agencies, offers a wide variety of off-highway adventures to suit every skill level and age while protecting California's natural and cultural resources. C Off-highway motor vehicle recreation is a great way to spend quality time with friends and family and encourages healthy physical activity. Motorized recreation opens the door for millions of people to access and enjoy California's great outdoors. To help you better identify and enjoy off-highway vehicle recreation opportunities, this Guide to California Off-Highway Adventures provides a listing of trails and areas designated for motorized recreation. People enjoy off-highway recreation in California, and appreciate the need to protect our environment and preserve access to the outdoors. Those traveling off-highway include a broad range of recreationists as diverse as the terrain of California. Regardless of whether you enjoy traveling with two wheels, four wheels, hooves or your feet, we all share a common desire: the appreciation of California's extraordinary natural landscape and love of the outdoors. Respecting one another's right to recreate in their own personal and responsible way and following basic trail etiquette will go far in reducing use conflicts and enhancing your off-highway experience, wherever, and whatever it might be. So jump in and join us for a world of adventure that lies just down the road. Of all the roads you take in life, make sure some of them are dirt! Fun and excitement provided at no extra charge. MISSION STATEMENT The Mission of the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Division is to provide leadership statewide in the area of off-highway vehicle (OHV) recreation; to acquire, develop, and operate state-owned vehicular recreation areas; and to otherwise provide for a statewide system of managed OHV recreational opportunities through funding to other public agencies. The OHMVR Division works to ensure quality recreational opportunities remain available for future generations by providing for education, conservation, and enforcement efforts that balance OHV recreation impacts with programs that conserve and protect cultural and natural resources. California State Parks, OHMVR Division 1725 23rd Street, Suite 200 Sacramento, CA 95816-7100 916.324.4442 ohv.parks.ca.gov ohvinfo.ohv@parks.ca.gov FUNDING A STATEWIDE OHV PROGRAM he OHV Trust Fund is comprised entirely of funds generated in the course of OHV recreation, including: T • Gas taxes on gasoline used for OHV recreation on public lands. • OHV Green/Red Sticker registration fees and non-resident permit fees. • Entrance fees to the State Vehicular Recreation Areas (SVRAs). GET INVOLVED; BECOME A VOLUNTEER! f you are passionate about OHV recreation, and want to ensure your opportunities remain open for years to come, become a volunteer today! I tread lightly! The OHMVR Division is committed to the principles of Tread Lightly! Being environmentally responsible isn't difficult, but it does involve some basic principles. These principles are outlined in the Tread Lightly! Pledge. Travel responsibly Respect the rights of others Educate yourself Avoid sensitive areas he Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division of California State Parks operates and funds 8 SVRAs throughout the state and provides funding for local, state and federal agencies and partners for a system of managed OHV programs. T The funds distributed through the Grants Program are used to develop, operate and maintain OHV areas and facilities, including trail improvement and upkeep, care and cleaning of OHV staging areas, environmental monitoring, law enforcement, and education and safety programs. Combined efforts at all levels of government, joined with contributions from thousands of volunteers who care CHILDREN IN THE OUTDOORS he mission of the Children's Outdoor Bill of Rights is to encourage California's children to participate in outdoor activities and discover their heritage. T As a volunteer, you can help sustain a community of informed, caring, and responsible recreationists. Your contribution will ensure off-highway vehicle recreation opportunities remain available today and for future generations. Volunteer opportunities are diverse and include: • Trail Patrol/Monitoring/Maintenance. • Public Outreach (OHV fairs, community and school functions, etc.). OHV recreation areas fit perfectly with this mission. In some areas, naturalists and recreation staff lead programs such as bird watching, bike rides, and nature hikes speci

Bag limits, seasons of use, and size restriction of fish can be found on the same web site. Fisherman and Fire Wildfire can be both beneficial and devastating. It can wipe out homes and businesses as well as rejuvenate forested lands and riparian areas. It is always best to leave fire to the professionals and always make sure your campfires and burning items are completely out before you leave. Please remember to be very careful with fire. fishing accidents. Always be sure of your footing when walking or wading (and it is generally better for you and the aquatic species to stay out of the streams and rivers while fishing). Large and small wildlife (snakes and mosquitos) can Nutria be an annoyance when fishing. Be aware of your surroundings and watch where you step. Wear mosquito and bug repellant with deet to keep them from eating you alive. As always, be careful when driving to and from your secret fishing hole. When boating, always have a Quagga Mussels life vest handy (and kids under 15 must always wear a vest while in a boat per California State Law). Mother Lode Field Office (916) 941-3101 5152 Hillsdale Circle El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-5713 (El Dorado Co.) freshwater/license-information. fishermen and women are injured or lose their lives in Applegate Field Office (530) 233-4666 708 W. 12th Street Alturas, CA 96101-3130 (Modoc Co.) at http://www.eregulations.com/california/fishing/ opportunity, it can be dangerous as well. Every year, Surprise Field Station (530) 279-6101 602 Cressler St. phy./ P.O. Box 460 mlg. Cedarville, CA 96104-0460 (Modoc Co.) California. A listing of those requirements may be found Eurasian Milfoil Palm Springs Field Office (760) 833-7100 1201 Bird Center Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262-8001 (Riverside Co.) Freshwater Fishing license issued by the State of Hyacinth Needles Field Office (760) 326-7000 1303 So. Hwy. 95 Needles, CA 92363-4217 (San Bernardino Co.) Even though fishing is a tremendous recreational license, you are required to possess a California Arcata Field Office (707) 825-2300 1695 Heindon Road Arcata, CA 95521-4573 (Humboldt Co.) While you are not required to have a “BLM” fishing Aquatic Invasive Species include Bakersfield Field Office (661) 391-6000 3801 Pegasus Drive Bakersfield, CA 933086837 (Kern Co.) Safety Barstow Field Office (760) 252-6000 2601 Barstow Road Barstow, CA 92311-6653 (San Bernardino Co.) License Requirement water to another. Redding Field Office (530) 224-2100 6640 Lockheed Drive Redding, CA 96002 (Shasta Co.) Never release plants, animals, or fish into water bodies. Never move fish or plants or bait from one Bishop Field Office (760) 872-5000 351 Pacu Lane, Suite 100 Bishop, CA 93514-3101 (Inyo Co.) Dry – Completely dry equipment and gear between visits to fresh water systems. Ridgecrest Field Office (760) 384-5400 300 So. Richmond Road Ridgecrest, CA 93555-4436 (Kern Co.) Drain – Empty coolers, bilge pumps, and buckets of all water before leaving a water body. Central Coast Office (831) 582-2200 940 2nd Avenue Marina, CA 93933-6009 (San Benito Co.) Clean – Rinse and remove all mud and plant materials from boats, fishing equipment, and clothing. Ukiah Field Office (707) 468-4000 2550 N. State Street Ukiah, CA 95482-5194 (Mendocino Co.) serious and irreversible harm to aquatic habitats in California if allowed to spread unchecked. Eagle Lake Field Office (530) 257-0456 2550 Riverside Drive Susanville, CA 96130-4710 (Lassen Co.) Take measures to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive plants and animals. They can cause El Centro Field Office (760) 337-4400 1661 So. 4th Street El Centro, CA 92243-4561 (Imperial Co.) Prevent the Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species f you have any questions, feel free to contact ny of the following BLM offices in California: uestions? Catch and Release A large percent of California freshwater anglers are catch and release fishermen — meaning they are very careful with the fish after they catch them and they release them back to the water as quickly as possible. It is always a good thing to keep your fish in a “fish friendly” net in the water until you are ready to release it. Barbless hooks Leave No Trace How to photograph your catch Take only pictures and leave artifacts where you find them. The Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 makes removal of cultural resources punishable by fines and jail time. When it’s a catch and release fish species or regulation, that creates a challenge for getting a photo of your prize catch. Remember if you’re in a catch and release scenario keep the fish in the water at all times and take the photo of you also harm fish less that barbed ones. The use of live bait holding the fish in the water. is also a detriment to catch and release fishing. Please If it’s a not catch and release and it’s a keeper then you remember, the fish you catch and release today may be can have it out of the water. the fish yo