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Marion Forks Hatchery began operation in 1951. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE) funds the majority of operational costs as mitigation for the development of Detroit and Big Cliff dams. The hatchery is used for egg incubation and rearing of spring Chinook.
SALEM, Ore. – The Private Forest Accord Advisory Committee will attend an in-person field trip in Coos Bay on Thursday, Oct. 2. The Advisory Committee will tour several project locations previously funded by the PFA Grants Program. The public is welcome to attend in person and are responsible for arranging…
HINES, Ore. – ODFW biologists confirmed that a natural mixing event, or "turnover," likely caused the death of stocked rainbow trout recently observed at Burns Gravel Pond on Hwy 78. The pond is located two miles east of Burns, Ore., on Hwy 78 on property owned by ODFW. The pond's…
ONTARIO, Ore.–The Fish and Wildlife Commission voted 5-1 to open a hatchery Chinook salmon season in the Coquille River, the first Chinook season since 2021, during their meeting today in Ontario. The Coquille River will be open for fall salmon fishing from Sept. 13-Oct. 15 from the Hwy 101 bridge…
MARINE WILDLIFE VIEWING June 11, 2026 The Oregon coast is a great place to come and view a variety of wildlife. Enjoy the great diversity of life: from giant whales and barking sea lions to majestic bald eagles and diving pelicans, to showy Harlequin ducks and flocking shorebirds, to the tiny anemones and crabs inhabiting tidepools. There is always something new to discover. Visit our wildlife viewing map for locations to visit and view wildlife along the Oregon coast. Maximize your viewing of coastal creatures by bringing binoculars for close-up views. Beach Safety: Check conditions here Whales, orcas and porpoises Whales migrate along the Oregon coast to their…
This hands-on course is designed for adults eager to enter (or advance in) big game hunting with a modern, scoped bolt-action rifle—the most popular and precise choice for ethical big game pursuits.
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Big Timber Rifle and Pistol Club 158 WADE RD SILETZ, OR 97380-9742
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SALEM, Ore.—Oregon's Fish and Wildlife Commission meets April 23-24 in Lincoln City. View the agenda online. Commissioners will visit coastal coho habitat restoration and monitoring projects in the Siletz River Basin during a field tour on Thursday. To join the tour, meet at the Shearwater Inn, 120 Inlet Court at…
Western Oregon June 9, 2026 Upcoming Season 2026-27 Game Bird Regulations COMING SOON. Announcements, resources Plan next season's hunts with prior year game bird harvest summaries. Buy your 2026-27 bird stamp(s) and validations - Available for purchase now: upland and waterfowl validations, federal duck stamp and complete the HIP survey. New season begins July 1. ODFW's Hunt by Reservation Program connects bird hunters with private landowners. By making a reservation online, hunters receive a permit to hunt select private lands on dates that landowners select ahead of time. Permits required for band-tailed pigeons and sea ducks. For more information on permits. Turn in wings…
EASTERN OREGON June 9, 2026 Upcoming Season 2026-27 Game Bird Regulations COMING SOON. Announcements, resources Plan next season's hunts with prior year game bird harvest summaries. Buy your 2026-27 bird stamp(s) and validations - Available for purchase now: upland and waterfowl validations, federal duck stamp and complete the HIP survey. New season begins July 1. ODFW's Hunt by Reservation Program connects bird hunters with private landowners. By making a reservation online, hunters receive a permit to hunt select private lands on dates that landowners select ahead of time. Permits required for band-tailed pigeons and sea ducks. For more information on permits. Turn in wings…
Find the weekly statistics for waterfowl and upland game birds at Summer Lake Wildlife Area. More information about Summer Lake Wildlife Area Bird counts at Summer Lake WA
SW Fishing June 11, 2026 Best bets for weekend fishing: Trolling at Lost Creek and Applegate Reservoirs continues to be very good. Howard Prairie and Hyatt Reservoirs have plenty of legal-size rainbow trout. Holdovers from last year are a good size. Spring Chinook are moving through the Middle Rogue, and a few anglers are reporting success. Try plugs or plunking along current seams on the inside bends of the river to intercept them. Early morning or evening when sunlight is not directly on the water will be the best time to intercept migrating springers. Cooper Creek Reservoir looks nice and…
