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Hunt, Fish, Explore Oregon
Spring hunting forecasts
Bear opens on April 1, turkey on April 15
The 2025 spring black bear and wild turkey hunting forecasts are now online. See what our local wildlife biologists are saying about the upcoming seasons.
Young animals rarely need your help
Young animals are rarely orphaned, so leave them where you find them. Chances are, mom is nearby watching and waiting for you to go away.
Including some for you
Each year, ODFW stocks millions of trout in the state's ponds, lakes and reservoirs for anglers to catch and keep. If you're new to fishing, check out the Start fishing article for tips. And check the Recreation Report for current conditions.
Oregon's outdoors are for you
Everyone benefits from healthy fish and wildlife and from the chance to explore and thrive outdoors. Discover the ways ODFW can help you connect with the outdoors.
Find out when, where and how to fish for trout, salmon, steelhead, bass, halibut, rock fish and dozens of other species.
Learn more about hunting opportunities for upland birds (pheasant, chukar, quail) and waterfowl (ducks and geese).
Get all the how-to and where-to information you'll need to dig, rake and set pots for clams and crabs.
From applying for a tag, to stalking a deer or elk, learn the techniques and opportunities for hunting big game.
Learn more about Oregon's native birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians.
Catch up on the latest information about current fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing opportunities. Updated weekly.
Upcoming ODFW Workshops and Events
Conference room at Thompson's Sanitary Service - 7450 NE Avery St. Newport, OR 97365
May 8, 2025
6:00pm - 8:00pm
$10.00
Learn to Fish
Wade Creek Turnout - Newport
May 10, 2025
9:00am - 12:30pm
$25.00
Denman Wildlife Area 1495 E. Gregory Rd, Central Point 97502
May 17 & 18, 2025
Staggered Start times: Starting at 8:00am. Last archer out at 1:00pm
$10.00 adults; Youth 17 and younger FREE