Episode 47 - California's Emergency Regulations - 07/10/2026

In June of 2026, the state of California proposed emergency regulations restricting big-game recreational fishing gear to protect the public and white sharks. The regulation was unanimously passed, and implementation began in July.Get in touch! Email us! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! SHOW RESOURCES State of California's Department of Fish & WildlifeShark StewardsCalifornia DFW white shark regulationsWestern Outdoor NewsCalifornia DFW current catch regulationsIUCN Red List (shortfin mako)Defenders of WildlifeNOAA FisheriesFisherman's LandingNOAA Fisheries - California state anglersScience.org - 100 million sharks killed each yearThe Meat-EaterThe Daily BreezeThe Daily 49erSound Credits Sound effects courtesy of the Custom Soundboard Maker app for AndroidBackground ocean waves courtesy of YouTubeOutro music called "Coral Chorus" from the game Fortnite (via the Custom Soundboard Maker app)**Collaborators** Sharkgang website ... Florida Instagram ... Texas Instagram !