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The Beaver State Podcast is a product of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife that takes a look at...
The Beaver State Podcast is a product of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife that takes a look at...
Creating a purchase group allows you to buy licenses, tags and other documents for family and friends, both online and at agents. After...
How to fish
You can purchase an Oregon fishing license online or at an ODFW license vendor. Here are step-by-step directions for purchasing...
The Beaver State Podcast is a product of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife that takes a look at...
Where to hunt big game
Didn't draw a big game tag this year? Here are some other ways to have a great hunting season.
The regulations for trapping and hunting furbearers in Oregon are set every two years. Most recently the 2020-22 regulations were...
The Beaver State Podcast is a product of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife that takes a look at...
The Beaver State Podcast is a product of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife that takes a look at...
The Beaver State Podcast is a product of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife that takes a look at...
Where to hunt game birds
A nine-mile system of habitat trails offers upland bird hunters opportunities for mountain quail and blue and ruffed grouse.
The Beaver State Podcast is a product of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife that takes a look at...
How to fish
As Oregonians we’re anxious to get back outside and enjoy the great outdoors. As more and more outdoor recreation areas...
The Beaver State Podcast is a product of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife that takes a look at...
The Beaver State Podcast is a product of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife that takes a look at...
The Beaver State Podcast is a product of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife that takes a look at...
How to hunt big game
May 1 is deadline to purchase spring bear tag, or request refund of tag/reinstatement of preference points if you choose...
The Beaver State Podcast is a product of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife that takes a look at...
Tag numbers for some deer and elk hunts this fall have been reduced from the numbers shown in the 2020...
How to hunt game birds
Rules and permits for releasing birds, pursuit seasons and competitive dog trials.
How to hunt game birds
Since many turkeys in Oregon reside on private land, finding a place to hunt can be challenging. The Turkey Hunt Reservation...
Find all the information you need to trap or hunt furbearers in Oregon, including licensing requirements and seasons.