The California Department of Fish and Wildlife maintains and protects the state's fish, wildlife, plant and native habitats. Manages related recreational, commercial, scientific, and educational uses. Works to prevent illegal poaching. Issues wildlife warnings for bears and mountain lions when necessary. CDFW issues hunting and fishing licenses.

To report bear issues

• If actively underway in Nevada County call non-emergency dispatch at 530-265-7880.
• If reporting general bear or other wildlife issues, call the wildlife management line at 916-358-2917.

Yuba Salmon Study
The goal of the Yuba Salmon Study is to reintroduce salmon to their historical habitats in the Yuba River watershed through a phased, science-based, and cost-effective fish passage project. As part of this project, Rotary Screw Traps will be operating in the Yuba River from October 2023 to May 2024. Details at links noted below.

Web pages

• Home - https://wildlife.ca.gov/
• Contact info - https://wildlife.ca.gov/Contact
• Yuba Salmon Study home - https://yubasalmonstudy.com/
• Rotary Screw Traps (RST) info - https://yubasalmonstudy.com/where-will-the-rsts-be-located/