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Minam River Wildlife Area visitor guide

ODFW is in the process of finalizing the Minam River Wildlife Area Management Plan. The public comment period on the draft plan closed on October 17, 2025. The staff recommended plan will be published and made available when completed. Once finalized, the adaptive MRWA Management Plan will be reviewed within five years and at least every 10 years thereafter to make any necessary changes. Recording of Sept. 17, 2025 public webinar for Minam River Wildlife Area draft management plan review.

Wildflowers in bloom on Minam area uplands

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September 05, 2017

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February 17, 2026

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Fishing Report - Southwest Zone

SW Fishing March 5, 2026 Best bets for weekend fishing: Spring rains and trout stocking has opened opportunities for early success. Trout stocking Stocked the week of Mar. 2-6: Reinhart Park Pond, Garrison Lake, Expo Pond 1 (Rogue). Scheduled to be stocked the week of Mar. 9-13: Garrison Lake Check out the Trout stocking schedule. Trout stocking maps Check out the ODFW fishing and trout stocking maps to find nearby fishing locations, driving directions and descriptions of amenities. Sign up for the latest information on boater access Marine Board's Opportunities and Access Report incorporates information from federal and state agencies…

September 05, 2017

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2025 Big Game hunting forecast

Over-winter survival was generally good for Oregon's deer and elk herds. Parts of the state even got a reprieve from years-long drought this spring but dry conditions came back in late summer and fall, and big game body condition heading into the fall season will vary by district. See the district reports for details on what to expect. Get your animal tested for CWD: While it's never been found in Oregon, CWD has been detected in most surrounding states and animals can carry the disease (and spread it) for years without showing symptoms. By getting your deer or elk tested…

September 2, 2025

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Furbearer trapping and hunting

Furtakers Harvest Reporting Report Online Mail/Fax

January 5, 2026

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February 2, 2026

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50 places to go fishing within 60 minutes of Portland

Let's go fishing! Not enough time? Think again. If you live in the greater Portland area, there are a number of places you can get to in less than an hour. Directions and times are approximate, mileage and generalized directions are from Pioneer Courthouse Square.

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50 places to go fishing within 60 minutes of Roseburg

Let’s go fishing! not enough time? Think again. If you live in the Roseburg area, there are a number of places you can get to in less than an hour. Directions, mileage, and times are approximate and start from the Douglas County Courthouse in Roseburg (1036 SE Douglas).

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Fishing Report - Willamette Zone

Willamette fishing March 5, 2026 Best bets for weekend fishing: The Willamette River and other water bodies are increasing in activity. Several waterbodies will be stocked with trout this week. Trout stocking Stocked the week of Mar. 2-6: Waverly Lake, Alton Baker Canal, Row R Nature Park, St Louis Pond, Sunnyside Park Pond, Dorena Res, Timber Linn Lake, Roaring River Park Pond, EE Wilson Pond, Walter Wirth Lake, Freeway Lake East, Junction City Pond Scheduled to be stocked the week of Mar. 9-13: Row R Nature Park, Mt Hood Pond, Commonwealth Lake, Huddleston Pond, Blue River Res, Dorman Pond, Sheridan…

September 05, 2017

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50 places to go fishing within 60 minutes of Medford

Let’s go fishing! not enough time? Think again. If you live in the Medford area, there are a number of places you can get to in less than an hour. Directions, mileage, and times are approximate.

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Watercraft Inspection Stations in Oregon

Stop for boat inspections — it's quick, free, and protects Oregon waters. All vehicles towing or carrying watercraft or paddlecraft into Oregon must stop at any watercraft inspection station that is open to inspect for aquatic invasive species.

ODFW Aquatic Invasive Species Check Station spraying down kayaks on a boat trailer

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Controlled hunt navigation

Eastern Oregon mule deer are managed by Deer Hunt Areas. Check here for more details All other big game are managed by wildlife management units, including west side hunts. Refer to specific map units below. Find additional resources here How to apply for a controlled hunt Step-by-step directions to apply for a controlled hunt online and how to change your hunt choices. The deadline to apply for a big game controlled hunt is May 15. Apply for a controlled hunt Landowner preference guide

November 25, 2025