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Frequently Asked Questions
VSFB Hunting - Last updated 15 July 2021

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iSportsman Service and Current Hunting Areas

With the new iSportsman web-based mobile device service, hunting zones have been eliminated. The iSportsman service will list current hunting districts available to hunt in. Hunting registration and fee payment will no longer be accepted at the LE Conservation Office.

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2021 Hunter Town Hall Meeting Schedules

13 AUGUST @ 7PM - CONSERVATION OFFICE
29 AUGUST @ 7PM - CONSERVATION OFFICE

See the iSportsman app HOME page for addtional details and for possible Virtual Town Hall meeting via Zoom.

Please E-mail your questions to Officer Wayne V. Moses at wayne.moses.1@us.af.mil

Town Hall Meeting Notes

The most exciting info for 2021 is VSFB Conservation Officers will not enforce prohibition of hunting in UXO areas.
You may hunt in the UXO areas as shown on the hunting maps!

How can I find out which hunting districts are open?

Select "Areas" in the iSportsman app. All open districts will be displayed as "Open" in a green label under the status column.

Firearm Safety

Configure/transport your firearms accordingly.

30SW131-218 12 MARCH 2015 49 Chapter 7

TRANSPORTATION OF PRIVATELY OWNED FIREARMS

7.1. General Considerations.

7.1.1. Transporting of all firearms on the installation is prohibited except to and from authorized storage or shooting areas to include hunting areas. Firearms must be cleared, safe and placed in a locked container. The term "locked container" means a secure container which is fully enclosed and locked by a padlock, key lock, combination lock, or similar locking device. This includes the trunk of a motor vehicle, but does not include the utility or glove compartment or center console. *** 3rd year rule has been in place, after 2018 Deer season, no more grace period. Rule will be enforced starting 1 October 2018.

7.1.2. Transporting firearms on bicycles, motorcycles, or any two or three-wheeled vehicle is prohibited. Firearms will not be stowed in such a manner as to appear to be a concealed weapon. Examples of concealment: hiding a firearm or dangerous weapon on one's person; transporting a firearm or dangerous weapon in a privately owned vehicle hidden from view, unless secured in a locked, enclosed container to include the trunk, not the center console or utility or glove compartment.

7.1.3. Ammunition may be transported in the same area as the firearm but no ammunition may be inside any part of the firearm (ex: inserted magazine, round not chambered); transporting a loaded, secured firearm is prohibited.

  • Firearms will remain secured and unloaded until you have reached your hunting area you have checked-in to, then you may take your firearm from its secured location and have it with you unloaded.
  • Transporting an unsecured firearm in an area you aren't checked-in to will resulting a SUSPENSION
  • Vehicles parked used as blinds, firearms may be loaded. (vehicle must not be in motion)
  • May not fire from inside or from any part of the vehicle (unless you have a state permit)

When can I purchase the 2021 G11 tag?

Tags may be purchased beginning Tuesday, 24 August 2021.

Where can I purchase the 2021 G11 tag and how many are available?

At the Vandenberg SFB and Camp Pendleton MB Exchanges only. Maximum of 200 tags available.

Who is eligible to purchase the G11 tag?

Only AAFES patrons (Armed Service Identification Card holders) have access to purchase the G11 tag.

Can a DOD employee purchase G11 tags on the base, or are they going to be available through the DFG?

No, DoD employees can't make purchases from AAFES. California DFG only authorized the G11 tag to be sold from the exchanges at Vandenberg SFB and Camp Pendleton.

I am retired (disabled) veteran. Am I still eligible for the G-11 tag?

Only personnel that possess an Armed Service Identification Card are authorized to purchase a G11 tag from the Vandenberg SFB Exchange.

Is Vandenberg SFB still going to be A zone?

Vandenberg SFB will honor the A Zone Deer tag.

What is the current visitor policy?

Active duty/reserve/retired military members and authorized VSFB DoD employee may have a maximum of 5 visitors in the field at any given time. The visitor must have all required state hunting license and shall register as a visitor hunter and pay the annual VSFB fee with the iSportsman web-based app.

What is the current policy for wearing blaze orange?

Big Game Hunters must wear blaze orange cap/hat and vest or outer garment in all hunting areas with the exception of Archery areas. This rule is enforced during the Vandenberg Deer Season. Blaze orange broken up with camouflage is acceptable.

  • It is recommended for the rest of the hunters to wear orange, but not mandatory.

Can I use an AO tag to hunt on base?

The AO tag may be used for archery only during the archery season and general season.

Do you have the proposed deer hunting dates for Zone A for 2021?

Archery:
Begins: 10 July at 0528 hrs.
Ends: 1 August at 2032 hrs.
(23 hunting days)

General:
Begins: 14 August at 0547 hrs.
Ends: 26 September at 1930 hrs.
(44 hunting days)

G11 Tags:
Begins: 30 August at 0633 hrs.
Ends: 1 October at 1845 hrs.
(33 hunting days)

Can I hunt dove and quail with lead shot?

Effective July 1, 2019, non-lead ammunition is required when taking any wildlife with a firearm anywhere in California.

Additional info here.





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