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Hunt, Fish, Explore Oregon
Consider giving the gift of the outdoors to the hunters, anglers and outdoors people on your list. Buy 2025 fishing and hunting licenses and tags online or at any retail license agent. Raffle tags, parking permits and waterway access permits also make great gifts.
Are you ready to hit the water?
Anglers already are catching winter steelhead along the Oregon coast. If you're ready to join the fun, check out the weekly Recreation Report for updates on river conditions and angler success.
Be ready for changing conditions
Frigid temperatures, frozen water, wary birds – the last weeks of the duck hunting season can be tough. We've got some tips to help you bag more birds.
Our annual reminder
We're running out of clever ways to encourage big game hunters to report their hunts early – even if they didn't hunt or harvest an animal. If you bought a tag, you must report your 2024 hunts by Jan. 1, 2025.
Find out when, where and how to fish for trout, salmon, steelhead, bass, halibut, rock fish and dozens of other species.
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Learn more about hunting opportunities for upland birds (pheasant, chukar, quail) and waterfowl (ducks and geese).
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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.
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Catch up on the latest information about current fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing opportunities. Updated weekly.
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Upcoming ODFW Workshops and Events
There are events throughout the state.
Mostly in May and June, sometimes fall.
Times vary, but usually early/mid-morning to early/mid-afternoon.
Free: loaner gear, tackle and bait provided.