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Need to figure out controlled hunts, find a place to clam, learn how to fish or get directions to a wildlife area? We've got information on all that and more, straight from ODFW biologists and other accomplished hunters, anglers and wildlife watchers.
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Buying a license or permit
The free disabled veteran combination license, and permit for disabled hunters and anglers make it easier for everyone to participate.
Cougars currently occupy most of the available cougar habitat in the state and are expanding into lower quality habitats that...
Hunter's Plan for big game success
Eastern Oregon mule deer are managed by Deer Hunt Areas. Check here for more details
All other big game
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How to hunt big game
Here you’ll find links to game population, harvest statistics and point summary reports that can help you decide on choosing...
ODFW wants to make sure our uniformed service members are given the opportunity to participate in the outdoor recreation Oregon has...
Where to hunt big game
Private lands account for just over half of Oregon's land base and include farms, range lands, wetlands, forests and stream...
Take a look at what hunters can expect in 2026 for their specific hunt areas, details provided by wildlife biologists...
Hunter's Plan for big game success
Oregon offers spring and fall bear hunting seasons. Spring bear season requires a controlled hunt application, while fall bear is...
Education
A growing number of people take to the woods in winter, looking for antlers that have been shed by Oregon’s deer...
How to hunt big game
Check for access and understand point reinstatement/refund policy
Dry conditions and the associated wildfire danger can have a large impact on your hunting opportunity. Check below for resources...
Education
Take a look at what's coming up this year!
ODFW connects people to Oregon's great outdoors by offering a multitude
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Opportunity for kids
Mentored Youth Hunter Program allows youth 9 through 15 years of age to hunt without first passing an approved hunter safety...
ODFW map resources for every adventure
how to hunt
Pronghorn antelope are the fastest ungulates in North America and can reach speeds of up to 40 miles an hour...
Buying a license or permit
Most hunting and fishing licenses are valid from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31. You can buy next year's license on...
Pioneer and other licenses are available for senior hunters and anglers at a reduced cost.
Opportunity for kids
Learning to hunt is a gateway to the outdoors and ODFW Hunter Safety Education is a great way to start.
Find all the information you need to trap or hunt furbearers in Oregon, including licensing requirements and seasons.
how to buy a license or permit
Some of ODFW's smaller field offices are not staffed to sell licenses to the public. However, staff at our larger...
Hunters and anglers can visit their local ODFW licensed agent to purchase licenses, tags and other documents. Once documents are...