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Point summary reports

Check out the latest point summary reports for all big game, and use the information to strategize while deciding which controlled hunts to apply for next season. Mark your calendar and apply early, starting December 1st: Apply now for a controlled hunt
September 30, 2025
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How to read a point summary report

This example will show you how to read a point summary report. Print this table
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How to check (and earn) preference points

Check your preference points.
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Oct. 1 wildlife forage seed giveaway in Central Point, Grants Pass, Gold Beach

CENTRAL POINT, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is giving away free wildlife forage seed to landowners in Central Point, Grants Pass, and Gold Beach on Wed., Oct. 1. Landowners are eligible for two 15-pound bags of seed to cover at least one acre of habitat for…

September 16, 2025
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Hunting and fire danger in Oregon

Dry conditions and the associated wildfire danger can have a large impact on your hunting opportunity. Check below for resources for finding fire closures and restrictions, and for ODFW's policy on tag refunds and restoration of preference points.
February 9, 2026
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More slots have opened for September youth pheasant hunts: Events located in Coquille, Central Point, Monmouth, Irrigon, John Day, Klamath Falls, La Grande, Madras, Portland, Tygh Valley

SALEM, Ore.— If you are considering registering for a youth pheasant hunt, it is not too late. More slots have opened for many youth pheasant hunts being held statewide this month after duplicate registrations were removed from the system. "We've heard some parents have been unable to sign up their…

September 11, 2025
Ring-necked pheasant
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2026 Winter Steelhead Roundup

January 6, 2026
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Where to crab & clam in Coos Bay

Coos Bay is Oregon’s largest bay. The lower bay (areas from the ocean entrance to the airport) is “marine dominated”, meaning there is little freshwater influence, and offers some of Oregon’s most productive shellfishing opportunities.
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Snake River Unit 59

Find maps, boundary descriptions and the percent public land for the Snake River Unit.

September 05, 2017
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Where crab and clam in the Siuslaw River

The Siuslaw River runs past the city of Florence and then flows for 4 miles before reaching‌ the Pacific ocean. Areas west of the 101 bridge feature excellent seasonal crabbing and even some good diving.
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Big game statistics

Here you’ll find links to game population, harvest statistics and point summary reports that can help you decide on choosing a general season, controlled or premium hunt. Apply for a controlled hunt
April 30, 2026
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Northeast Hunt Area NE-01

Find maps, boundary descriptions and hunts available in the new Northeast Hunt Area. Download printable PDF map

November 15, 2025
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Painted Hills Hunt Area PH-01

Find maps, boundary descriptions and hunts available in the new Painted Hills Hunt Area. Download printable PDF map

November 15, 2025
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Hunting opportunities for youth

Mentored Youth Hunter Program allows youth 9 through 15 years of age to hunt without first passing an approved hunter safety education program. It gives unlicensed youngsters an unlimited opportunity to receive mentored, one-on-one field experience and training on the ethics, safety, responsibility and enjoyment of hunting while closely supervised by a licensed adult who is 21 years of age or older and who has a valid license and tag(s) for the dates, area and species being hunted. Register for the Mentored Youth Hunter Program free of charge online (or after clicking the online link – go to Purchase from…
April 27, 2026
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Species and Subspecies

Red fox

The red fox has a beautiful orange-red coat, black feet, and black-tipped ears. The belly is usually white or light grey, the muzzle is narrow and pointed, and the ears are pointed. It is an opportunistic carnivore, eating what is available including small mammals, birds and their eggs, reptiles, amphibians, fruit and some insects. The red fox is territorial and mates for life Red foxes occur throughout much of Oregon.

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Wildfires: Impact on hunting, fishing, wildlife

Wildfire season in Oregon and access to the place you like to hunt, fish or recreate may be impacted. So be sure to check for access restrictions before heading out.
August 29, 2025
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South Wallowa Hunt Area SW-02

Find maps, boundary descriptions and hunts available in the new South Wallowa Hunt Area SW-02. Download printable PDF map

November 15, 2025
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Tami Wagner Wildlife Area Visitors' Guide

This 141-acre property along both sides of the Yachats River was first purchased in the early 1980s to provide forage for elk and help alleviate elk damage to surrounding agricultural land. It also provides public access to the Siuslaw National Forest along the Yachats River Highway, where there are few public access points.

February 07, 2018
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Pine Creek Unit 62

Find maps, boundary descriptions and the percent public land for the Pine Creek Unit.

September 05, 2017
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States add more Columbia River spring Chinook recreational fishing days

CLACKAMAS, Ore.—Fishery managers from Oregon and Washington added more recreational spring Chinook fishing days on the mainstem Columbia during a joint state hearing today. Eleven additional fishing days for the area from the Tongue Point/Rocky Point line in the estuary upstream to the Oregon/Washington border (upstream of McNary Dam) were…

June 3, 2026