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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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Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) of Deer, Elk and Moose
CWD is a fatal neurologic disease that has been detected in deer, elk, and moose in numerous states and Canadian...
how to hunt
Pronghorn antelope are the fastest ungulates in North America and can reach speeds of up to 40 miles an hour...
Where to fish
These updated rules were adopted after the current regulation booklet was printed, and supersede those printed regulations. Always check for...
Pioneer and other licenses are available for senior hunters and anglers at a reduced cost.
Let us share your photos with other anglers, hunters and wildlife appreciators. When you submit your photos to ODFW, they...
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...
ODFW wants to make sure our uniformed service members are given the opportunity to participate in the outdoor recreation Oregon has...
Steelhead are tricky to forecast, but early indications point to another good year for anglers. Here’s a rundown from north to south.
Opportunity for kids
Learning to hunt is a gateway to the outdoors and ODFW Hunter Safety Education is a great way to start.
Columbia River walleye check a lot of boxes. They are challenging to find, fun to catch and excellent to eat.
ODFW completed the revision of the SWAP in Sept. 2025 and submitted it to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service...
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...
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 fish
If you’re just getting started fishing, or you want to try a new kind of fishing, you’ll need a rod...
Hunters and anglers can visit their local ODFW licensed agent to purchase licenses, tags and other documents. Once documents are...
How to hunt game birds
Rules for permits and releasing birds, pursuit seasons and competitive dog trials.
Find all the information you need to trap or hunt furbearers in Oregon, including licensing requirements and seasons.
How to fish
You can purchase an Oregon fishing license online or at an ODFW licensed vendor. Here are step-by-step directions for purchasing...
Where to fish
On Free Fishing Weekends, you don't need a license to fish, crab or clam anywhere in Oregon. That's no license...
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Education
Plus, a look at all the classes we offer
Learn to fish, hunt, shoot or cast at an ODFW workshop or event, offered year round throughout the state. You'll...