ODFW Articles
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 Oregon Disabilities Hunting and Fishing Permit is not a license or tag. Hunters must still obtain a valid hunting...
ODFW wants to make sure our uniformed service members are given the opportunity to participate in the outdoor recreation Oregon has...
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...
Education
Education
Hunter's Bounty Hunter's Plan Hunter's Guide Hunter's Resources
The goal in using key elements to spot the bird before
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Education
Spring is prime turkey hunting season. This is breeding season and successful hunters often set up in a well-camouflaged location...
Education
Hunter's Technique Hunter's Bounty Hunter's Plan Hunter's Guide
"Gobble" up some new skills every spring!
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ODFW biologists share the latest updates for wild turkey hunting in their local districts, as well as tips for bagging a bird.
Historic harvest statistics can guide you to areas with good habitat that support healthy bird populations.
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...
Education
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...
Opportunity for kids
Mentored Youth Hunter Program allows youth 9 through 15 years of age to hunt without first passing an approved hunter safety...
Education
Take a look at what's coming this year!
ODFW connects people to Oregon's great outdoors by offering a multitude of
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ODFW map resources for every adventure
Pioneer and other licenses are available for senior hunters and anglers at a reduced cost.
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...
Opportunity for kids
Learning to hunt is a gateway to the outdoors and ODFW Hunter Safety Education is a great way to start.
Hunters and anglers can visit their local ODFW licensed agent to purchase licenses, tags and other documents. Once documents are...
Buying a license or permit
Buy licenses & tags online and print them immediately from any printer—or choose electronic tagging to display your documents and...
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...
How to hunt game birds
Rules for permits and releasing birds, pursuit seasons and competitive dog trials.