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Ocean salmon season alternatives released by Pacific Fishery Management Council for public review

SALEM, Ore. – The Pacific Fishery Management Council (PFMC) met March 4-9 to develop three alternatives for ocean salmon seasons along the coasts of Washington, Oregon, and California. PFMC is hosting a hybrid public meeting March 24 from 7-9 p.m. in Newport to receive input on the proposed salmon management…

March 12, 2026

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About ODFW

Protecting and enhancing Oregon’s fish and wildlife, and the habitats they use, for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations is at the heart of what we do.

September 05, 2017

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Start hunting game birds

Whether it’s spending more time outdoors or harvesting food to fill the freezer, there are many reasons to become a hunter. Here’s how to take the first steps into the field.

August 18, 2025

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Smelt fishery on Sandy River opens 12-7 p.m., Wednesday, March 11

SALEM, Ore. – Recreational harvest of eulachon smelt on the Sandy River will be open from 12-7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11 only. Regulations : Open area: From the mouth of the Sandy River upstream to the Stark Street Bridge. Limit: 10 pounds per dipper. Each dipper must dip smelt…

March 9, 2026

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Oregon hunting and fishing licenses

Most hunting and fishing licenses are valid from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31. You can buy next year's license on Dec. 1 to plan ahead or gift to family and friends. The exceptions are game bird hunting permits and validations that run from July 1 to June 3‌0 each year. How to buy a license

January 7, 2026

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Commission meets March 19-20 in Medford

SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission meets March 19-20 in Medford for a field tour on Thursday and a regular meeting on Friday. The Friday meeting agenda and livestream are available from the Commission page. To virtually testify on an agenda item, register here at least 48…

March 13, 2026

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Ocean Endorsement

In 2025, the Oregon Legislature established the Ocean Endorsement through House Bill 2342 to generate dedicated funding for marine fish research and assessments. Funds will support critical surveys for popular marine species like black rockfish and build on survey techniques pioneered by ODFW's Marine Fisheries Research Team.

March 12, 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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Southeast Hunt Area SE-02

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

November 15, 2025

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Fort Rock Unit 77

Find maps, boundary descriptions and the percent public land for the Fort Rock Unit.

September 05, 2017

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Murderers Creek Unit 46

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

September 05, 2017

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Starkey Unit 52

Find maps, unit descriptions and the percent public lands in the Starkey Unit.

September 05, 2017

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Northeast Hunt Area NE-03

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

November 15, 2025

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Northeast Hunt Area NE-02

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

November 15, 2025

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Rockfish recompression

Rockfish must be released when retention is prohibited or when an angler has reached the daily bag limit, but continues to fish for other species. However, releasing rockfish isn’t as simple as just dropping them back into the water. Some rockfish need help to get back down to deeper water to recover from a condition called barotrauma.

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White-nose syndrome detected in bats for first time in Oregon

SALEM, Ore.— White-nose syndrome (WNS) in bats has been detected for the first time in Oregon in Columbia and Benton counties. White-nose syndrome is caused by an infection with the fungus Pseudogymnoascus destructans that disrupts hibernation, causing early winter emergence, dehydration and starvation. This finding follows the 2025 detection of…

March 18, 2026

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2026 spring bear hunting forecast

Take a look at what hunters can expect in 2026 for their specific hunt areas, details provided by wildlife biologists throughout the state.

March 3, 2026

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Upland birds harvest information

Historic harvest statistics can guide you to areas with good habitat that support healthy bird populations.

March 20, 2026

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How to fish for surfperch

Surf fishing is one of Oregon’s most underutilized fisheries. There are hundreds of places to fish along Oregon’s sandy beaches, and there are plenty of fish within an easy cast from shore.

March 20, 2026