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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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Warmwater fishing in central Oregon

The central area follows the Deschutes River Basin along the eastern slope of the Cascades, and includes the middle reaches of the Columbia River from Bonneville upstream to the mouth of the John Day River. The warm and dry summer months help to create productive warmwater fisheries in the area's larger reservoirs including Crane Prairie Reservoir, a consistent producer of sizeable largemouth bass, and Prineville Reservoir which is renowned for its crappie. In the Columbia River, outstanding fishing for bass and walleye can be found in Bonneville Pool and The Dalles Pool.

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Oregon Hatchery Research Center Board to meet in Corvallis on Dec. 2

CORVALLIS, Ore. — The Oregon Hatchery Research Center Board will meet in Corvallis on Tuesday, December 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife South Willamette Watershed District Office (7118 NE Vandenberg Avenue, Corvallis, OR 97330). In addition to the regularly scheduled items…

November 25, 2025

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ODFW Tag Team reporting

Begun in 2014, the Tag Team Program helps ODFW fish biologists better understand the effectiveness of stocking efforts. It’s also a chance for anglers to participate in fishery management and, perhaps, come away with up to $50.

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Hunter's bounty from Big Game success

Hunter's Plan Hunter's Guide Hunter's Resources Hunter's Technique By following the Hunter's plan for big game success, you are now ready to reap the rewards.

September 10, 2025

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Waterfowl hunting workshops coming to Klamath Falls, Medford, Roseburg

ROSEBURG, Ore. – Learn how to hunt waterfowl or sharpen your skills in one of three waterfowl hunting workshops in Southern Oregon offered by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. ODFW hunter education specialists are teaching the workshops: Oct. 3: Klamath Falls, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., Klamath Wildlife…

September 22, 2025

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First Chinook fishery since 2021 proposed for Coquille River thanks to success of Coquille Tribe-ODFW partnership, volunteer efforts

ODFW Director Debbie Colbert (at podium) and Coquille Tribe Chairwoman Brenda Meade (to the right in black jacket) on July 31, 2025 in Bandon, Ore. to announce a major step forward in their combined management effort on salmon recovery in the Coquille River. The first fall Chinook fishery since 2021…

July 31, 2025

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Commission agenda: February 20, 2026

Commission materials have moved to MyODFW.com: Commission materials have a new look. ODFW is working to transition its older odfw.com site to a new web platform. Some Commission pages that used to be on the older site have been moved over to MyODFW.com during this transition period. View the agenda Meeting : Friday, February 20, 2026 - 8:00 AM Lane County Armed Forces Readiness Center 3106 Pierce Parkway Springfield, OR 97477

February 20, 2026

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ODFW Salmon and Trout Advisory Committee meets Oct. 14 in Grants Pass

Salem, Or. — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife's Salmon and Trout Enhancement Program (STEP) Advisory Committee will meet in person Tuesday, Oct. 14 in the Evergreen conference room in Cartwright's Taprock Grill & Restaurant at 971 SE 6 th St. in Grants Pass. The meeting runs from 8…

September 30, 2025

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Heppner Unit 48

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

September 05, 2017

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Sumpter Unit 51

Find maps, boundary descriptions and the percent public lands in the Sumpter Unit.

September 05, 2017

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Tuna fishing in Oregon

Albacore tuna fishing can offer nonstop action landing fast-moving, hard-fighting fish. Charter trips make tuna fishing accessible to all anglers. In addition, many well-equipped private boat anglers have been making the long trips offshore. If you don't see tuna fishing for yourself, we've even included a brief video on how to buy fresh Oregon tuna from a commercial fisherman at the dock.

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2025-26 Summer Lake game bird harvest summaries

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

October 01, 2025

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10 tips for targeting ocean coho

Some anglers think coho are more aggressive and easier to catch while they’re still in the open waters of the ocean. Here are some tips for targeting coho on big water.

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Start clamming

Digging for razor and bay clams is fun, easy and tasty.

razor clammers in the surf at Ft Stevens State Park

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Share your experiences: Submit your photos

Let us share your photos with other anglers, hunters and wildlife appreciators. When you submit your photos to ODFW, they could appear on our website or social media channels, or be used in a brochure or exhibit.

January 7, 2026

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ODFW responds to sudden loss of BPA funding for Columbia River SAFE program

SALEM, Ore. – ODFW was notified today that the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) is terminating its share of funding for the Select Area Fisheries Enhancement (SAFE) Program in the Lower Columbia River effective September 30, 2026—providing barely three months' notice for a decision that carries major consequences for Oregon's commercial…

June 18, 2026

Zones or Areas

Northwest Zone

The northwest zone provides many opportunities for crabbing and clamming. This zone encompasses Clatsop beaches, Nehalem Bay, Tillamook Bay, Netarts Bay, Nestucca Bay, Siletz Bay, Yaquina Bay, Alsea Bay and Siuslaw River‌.

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Dixon Unit 22

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

September 05, 2017

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Hunting Sauvie Island’s West Side Unit

A beginner's guide to waterfowl hunting on Sauvie Island- Hunting in the Westside Unit. Part 3 of a 5 part series.