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Learn to turkey hunt with ODFW at youth and adult workshops

ROSEBURG, Ore. – ODFW is hosting turkey hunting workshops around the state in April for both youth and adults. If you're a new hunter, or new to turkey hunting, consider joining us for a day of learning more about turkey hunting. Youth workshops April 4 workshops at Denman Wildlife Area…

March 5, 2026

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Mid Columbia Hunt Area MC-01

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November 15, 2025

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Southeast Hunt Area SE-01

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November 15, 2025

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Mid Columbia Hunt Area MC-02

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November 15, 2025

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Northeast Hunt Area NE-04

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November 15, 2025

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Eastern Oregon Deer Hunt Areas for 2026

November 25, 2025

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Juntura Hunt Area JT-01

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November 14, 2025

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Fox Hunt Area FX-01

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November 14, 2025

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Helix Hunt Area HX-01

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November 14, 2025

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Replacement Hunter Safety Education card request

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March 2, 2026

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All about smelt

Eulachon smelt are a small but culturally and ecologically significant fish found in the Pacific Northwest. Listed for protection under the federal Endangered Species Act (ESA) in 2010, the southern Distinct Population Segment of eulachon (which includes Columbia River eulachon) was classified as federally threatened due to a decline in abundance. Since then, improved ocean conditions have helped boost their numbers; however, poor ocean conditions are likely to occur again in the future. See the 2017 recovery plan from the National Marine Fisheries Service for more information. In 2023, ODFW and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife finalized the…

March 9, 2026

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Hunting on private lands: Access & Habitat Program

Private lands account for just over half of Oregon's land base and include farms, range lands, wetlands, forests and stream corridors. To improve landowner-hunter relations and engage landowners in the conservation of fish and wildlife, the Oregon Legislature created the Access & Habitat (A&H) Program in 1993. The law established a funding mechanism to provide grants to private landowners, timber and agriculture corporations, sportsmen groups, natural resource agencies, and others for projects designed to increase public hunting access to private lands and/or improve wildlife habitat.

March 11, 2026

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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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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