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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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| Tour: Thursday September 17, 2026 8:00 AM Hampton Inn Suites LaGrande 2830 Mulholland Dr LaGrande, OR 97850... |
| Tour: Thursday August 13, 2026 8:00 AM Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Classroom 4034 Fairview Industrial... |
Shellfish safety
Razor clams, bay clams, mussels and oysters are filter feeders. They feed on microscopic plants called phytoplankton that naturally occur...
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...
How to hunt game birds
Whether it’s spending more time outdoors or harvesting food to fill the freezer, there are many reasons to become a...
Where to fish
These updated rules were adopted after the current regulation booklet was printed, and supersede those printed regulations. Always check for...
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 game birds
Youth game bird hunt opportunities give young hunters a chance to hunt in a controlled setting with a focus on...
ODFW wants to make sure our uniformed service members are given the opportunity to participate in the outdoor recreation Oregon has...
Six Active Bald Eagle Nests and Triplets
ODFW map resources for every adventure
How to hunt big game
Check out the latest point summary reports for all big game, and use the information to strategize while deciding which
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Education
Mentored Youth Hunter Program allows youth 9 through 15 years of age to hunt without first passing an approved hunter safety...
Find all the information you need to trap or hunt furbearers in Oregon, including licensing requirements and seasons.
Where to fish
Fall salmon fishing seasons in rivers along Oregon's coast from Necanicum River to the Winchuck River depend on the outlook...
| Tour: Thursday June 25, 2026 8:00 AM Comfort Suites Redmond 2243 South Yew Ave. Redmond, OR 97756... |
Legal shooting hours for Game Birds and Northwest Permit Goose for the 2026-27 hunting seasons.
How to hunt big game
This step-by-step guide will show you how to purchase leftover tags from the controlled hunt drawing. Leftover tags are available for purchase...
How to fish
We make it easy to take your family fishing – with free fishing events, recommended family-friendly fishing locations, and how-to's on...
How to hunt big game
This permit allows hunters with certain disabilities to use a draw locking device attached to the riser of a modern...
Shad fishing is pure fun. It's not about trying to catch a monster or a meal. It's about spending hours...
Hunter's Plan for big game success
Eastern Oregon mule deer are managed by Deer Hunt Areas. Check here for more details
