CWA YOUTH HUNT PROGRAM
Sponsored by Community Youth Center - Grizzly Ranch and Rancho Esquon
Frequently asked Questions
Where are the hunts being held?
The hunts are being hosted by the Community Youth Center of Concord at Grizzly Island Ranch in the Suisun Marsh and Rancho Esquon in Durham. There will be only one youth hunter / blind with a chaperone.
How am I selected for the hunts?
The hunt dates at Grizzly Ranch will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The hunt dates at Rancho Esquon will be filled via lotter. Rancho Esquon lottery deadline is the 15th of the month prior to the hunt date (ie. deadline November 15th for December hunts). Successful entries will be posted on the website and sent an email with driving directions and hunt details. If the hunt date/location is not listed on the registration page, the hunt is either filled or not being offered on that date.
Does it cost anything?
Grizzly Ranch hunts cost $50 and includes overnight lodging, light breakfast, 3.5 hour hunt, lunch and CWA Sprig membership.
Rancho Esquon hunts cost $0 and includes overnight lodging, light breakfast, 3.5 hour hunt, lunch and CWA Sprig membership.
Additional registration information
Grizzly Ranch registration form asks for your top 3 choices of hunt dates as well as credit card information. We will attempt to give you 1st choice, 2nd choice and lastly, your 3rd choice of dates. You will be notified via email what hunt date you have been given. If we are unable to give you any of your 3 choices, you will get a full refund. If you do not show up for your hunt date, there is no refund.
Rancho Esquon lottery costs $5 per shooter per hunt date, no refund will be given if you are not drawn.
Can I change my hunt date?
Once you are given a hunt date, you cannot change the hunt date and there are no refunds.
How do I apply for the hunts?
There are different application processes for Grizzly Ranch and Rancho Esquon.
Who is eligible for the hunts?
You must possess a valid California junior hunting license to participate in these hunts. Adult (over 21) chaperones will not be allowed to shoot.
What do I need to bring?
You must have an adult (21 or older) chaperone, a signed waiver (signed by a parent/guardian) to participate in the hunt program, bring sleeping pad and sleeping bag. Also bring hunting equipment including waders, jacket, hat, gloves, gun and shotgun shells. Decoys will be provided at each blind. See 'Hunt Instructions' below for all the details on the hunt.
Will there be guides?
There will be a mix of guided and unguided hunts. If you need assistance with calling , bird identification be sure to request guided for your hunt. Unguided hunts are for those who have a chaperone that can handle gun safety, decoy placement, calling, and bird identification.
What time should we arrive for the hunt?
Participants will check in on the Friday prior to the hunt at 8pm. ‘Camping style’ overnight lodging will be provided so bring sleeping bag and sleeping pad/air mattress.
How long will we be hunting?
The hunts will wrap up by 11 am with lunch served immediately following.
Will meals be provided?
Breakfast will be served on Saturday morning, and lunch will be provided on Saturday after the hunts.
Forms and Additional information
Hunt Instructions (Details, What to Bring)
Driving Directions to Grizzly Island Ranch
Driving Directions to Rancho Esquon
Hunt Liability Release Form |
