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RAC approves changes to outfitters, guides and spotters rule; removes some insurance and federal‑permit application requirements

3331057 · May 15, 2025
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Summary

The council approved amendments that shift some application requirements, remove a strict requirement that federal land use permits be submitted with state applications, move yearly renewal dates, and opened discussion about liability and an undefined "standards and ethics" phrase.

The RAC voted unanimously to accept amendments to the outfitters, guides and spotters rule after DWR staff agreed to remove or clarify several application provisions and to shift renewal timing to avoid forcing renewals during hunt seasons.

Chad Vetridge, Major over the Law Enforcement section, told the RAC staff propose moving the COR (certificate of registration) renewal from Dec. 31 to March 31 so renewals do not occur during active hunt seasons. He also said staff would revise a requirement that applicants must hold all necessary federal permits at application time; DWR will…

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