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Landowner Preference Program

The Landowner Preference Program (LOP) was established to acknowledge the contribution of private lands to support wildlife and provide a form of compensation to landowners for resources used by wildlife. Tags are available to landowners, family members, and others designated by the landowner based on the acreage owned. Pronghorn hunts are only available to landowners and family members. Recipients of LOP tags may only hunt on the property for which they are registered. step-by-step instructions Create Landowner Account

November 18, 2025

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Goose hunting on Sauvie Island

A beginner's guide to waterfowl hunting on Sauvie Island - hunting for geese. Part 5 of a 5 part series.

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Hunt Planning Resources

Prioritize what you want out of your hunt Controlled Hunt Application Worksheet Steps on how to apply for a controlled hunt

February 02, 2026

Recreation Report

Wildlife Viewing - Willamette Zone

WILLAMETTE WILDLIFE VIEWING July 9, 2026 Corvallis area EE Wilson Wildlife Area There are lots of deer, shorebirds and waterfowl to see on the wildlife area – look for goose, mallard, hooded merganser and wood duck broods. Wildlife viewing remains good for waterfowl and shorebirds. Note: Dogs are required to be on a leash inside the wildlife area boundary. Rifles and pistols are prohibited year-round. Find directions to EE Wilson Wildlife Area. A parking permit is required to park at EE Wilson Wildlife Area. Find out how to buy a parking permit. Eugene area Fern Ridge Wildlife Area Observant visitors…

September 05, 2017

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Tips on avoiding steelhead when fishing

Wild steelhead mortalities are generally low under normal fishing regulations. But with several years of low runs , many anglers are wondering what extra steps they can take to avoid hooking a steelhead while they’re fishing.

May 26, 2022

a close up of a steelhead in shallow water

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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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Warmwater fishing on the south coast

The south coast area extends along the Oregon coast from Yachats south to the Oregon-California border. The area offers some of the most productive and scenic warmwater fishing in the state with excellent fishing for bass and panfish available in large waters such as Mercer Lake, Siltcoos Lake, and Tahkenitch Lake.

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Stocking Oregon's hike-in lakes

Not all of Oregon’s high elevation lakes support fish populations. To help create fisheries in some of these off-road areas, ODFW stocks hundreds of lakes every two years with brook, rainbow and cutthroat trout. Here are their locations.

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9 reasons to fish for herring (and anchovies)

To most anglers, herring and anchovies are best known as bait. But they also can be fun to catch and delicious for dinner.

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Invasive golden mussels intercepted on incoming watercraft at Ashland inspection station

SALEM, Ore. – ODFW staff at the Ashland Boat Inspection Station found golden mussels on a watercraft that was being transported to a new owner from the Sacramento River Delta to Oregon on April 4. The watercraft was decontaminated at the inspection station and all golden mussels attached to the…

April 8, 2026

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13 (lucky!) early season duck hunting tips

Change up your tactics to take more early season birds.

August 21, 2025

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Keno Dam Fish Passage and Klamath River Screening Projects

ODFW, the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are working together to improve fish passage at Keno Dam, particularly for native migratory and returning anadromous fish. Short-term improvements are underway while a long-term solution is being developed. Input is being actively sought. The unscreened diversions from the Klamath River risk entraining or excluding native migratory fish and anadromous fish species which will be present in these reaches now that the four lower river dams have been removed. ODFW and project partners will evaluate fish protection and deterrent devices to modernize infrastructure along with water…

March 31, 2026

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General Season Antlerless Elk Damage tag

Due to increasing numbers of elk on private land and chronic elk damage, ODFW is piloting a new general season elk damage tag

May 5, 2022

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Fishing Report - Columbia Zone

Columbia Fishing July 9, 2026 Current and upcoming fishing opportunities: Steelhead fishing is still good on the Columbia River below Kalama, and bank anglers caught a few sockeye over the weekend before the season closed. For the latest regulations for the summer management season, see the fishing regulation update page. Announcements For the latest regulations, including in-season changes see the fishing regulation update page. Forecasts for 2026 Columbia River Spring Chinook, Summer Chinook and Sockeye are available here. Fish consumption advisories The Oregon Health Authority has issued consumption guidelines for parts of the Columbia River due to high levels of…

September 05, 2017

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Take the Trout Challenge and help native trout

Take the Western Native Trout Challenge and you’ll learn about native trout and where to find them, earn bragging rights and rewards, and help the Western Native Trout Initiative (WNTI) conserve 21 native trout and char species in 12 states.

May 24, 2019

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10 ways to be a better cougar hunter

Oregon’s population of about 6,000 cougars occupies a wide variety of habitat across the state, offering a year-round, readily-accessible hunting opportunity.

August 29, 2019

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Hunting bear in Oregon

Oregon offers spring and fall bear hunting seasons. Spring bear season requires a controlled hunt application, while fall bear is an entirely general season hunt. Apply for a controlled hunt

February 19, 2026

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Limited edition Wildlife Conservation Tumblers, Coloring Contest at Jamba locations in Oregon; New Oregon is Worth Protecting campaign benefits species in need

SALEM, Ore.—Head to a participating Jamba location for a new limited edition Wildlife Conservation tumbler that benefits wildlife. The colorful tumbler features five species: Sierra Nevada red fox, Northern red-legged frog, Western snowy plover, Northwestern pond turtle and Pygmy rabbit. All are native species facing population declines due to challenges…

July 25, 2025

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High lakes stocking schedule - Wallowa District

Includes lakes in the Eagle Cap Wilderness Area.

July 18, 2023

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Buying an ODFW Wildlife Area parking permit

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife owns or manages nearly 200,000 acres of land set aside for wildlife use and public recreation. The ODFW Wildlife Area Parking Permit helps fund habitat improvements and visitor amenities such as parking, restrooms and interpretive signs at these wildlife refuges. Buy a Parking Permit

November 17, 2025