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Press Release

ODFW hosts 2027-29 Budget Open House on April 7

SALEM, Ore.— ODFW will host an open house on Tuesday, April 7 from 2-4 pm to discuss development of its 2027-29 Agency Request Budget. The meeting will be hosted in ODFW's headquarters classroom (4034 Fairview Industrial Drive, SE, Salem) and will be streamed online via YouTube. In Oregon, state agency budgets…

April 2, 2026

Article

Disabled angler access map

Many of the more popular fishing locations across the state are accessible to anglers with disabilities. ODFW tries to keep the information on this map current but it's always best to check with the waterbody manager for the latest information before going fishing. ‌

March 26, 2026

Article

Oregon's record fish

See the Oregon records for both coldwater and warmwater game fish. And, find the forms to submit if you think you've caught a new record!

March 4, 2026

Workshop and Events

Ocean surfperch Level 2 Workshop

Date

Various dates in April

Location

Multiple locations

angler in the ocean surf casting for surfperch

Article

Commission agenda: March 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 Tour: Thursday March 19, 2026 – 8:00 AM Hampton Inn Medford 1122 Morrow Rd Medford, OR 97504 Meeting: Friday, March 20, 2026 - 8:00 AM Roxy Ann Grange 1850 Spring St, Medford, OR 97504

March 20, 2026

Article

Leave young wildlife in the wild

Young animals are rarely orphaned, so leave them where you find them. Chances are good mom is nearby, just waiting for you to leave before she returns to her baby. Leaving young wildlife where they are is the right thing to do, picking it up and taking it home is illegal. Living with wildlife

April 7, 2026

Press Release

First spring Chinook season in the Lower Deschutes since 2018 to open May 5-20

The Dalles, Ore.—The lower Deschutes River will be open for spring Chinook salmon from May 5-20. "This is exciting news for anglers as the last spring Chinook season on the Deschutes was in 2018," said Jason Seals, Deschutes District Fish Biologist. "We're expecting a return of more than 2,000 hatchery…

April 8, 2026

Press Release

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

Press Release

Spring Chinook reopens below Bonneville Dam for three days beginning April 11

CLACKAMAS, Ore.—Fishery managers from Oregon and Washington took joint state action today to add another three days of recreational spring Chinook salmon fishing in the mainstem Columbia River downstream of Bonneville Dam. This fishery had closed on Wednesday, April 8 per the preseason schedule adopted in February. With the additional…

April 9, 2026

Press Release

Oregon's State Wildlife Action Plan approved New funding for SWAP species represents historic advancement for conservation

SALEM, Ore.—ODFW is excited to announce that Oregon's State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) has been officially approved by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. This milestone marks the final step in adopting the 2026 SWAP, a science‑based roadmap to maintain healthy fish and wildlife populations, prevent further declines of at‑risk…

April 10, 2026

2026 State Wildlife Action Plan Graphic in Oregon outline

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Oregon’s State Wildlife Action Plan approved

Oregon's State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP), officially approved by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on March 20, ensures continued federal funding eligibility and provides a science‑based roadmap to maintain healthy fish and wildlife populations, prevent further declines of at‑risk species, and reverse existing declines where possible. Along with the 2026 plan's approval, ODFW updated the user‑friendly SWAP website (formerly the Oregon Conservation Strategy and Oregon Nearshore Strategy) designed to help Oregonians easily navigate information about species, habitats and key conservation issues. Visit the 2026 SWAP website at: https://swap.oregon.gov

April 10, 2026

Article

See You at the Sportshows!

February 9, 2026

Article

Columbia Spring Chinook is Game On!

Spring Chinook season on the Columbia River is like a football game with a low-scoring start to the game. Although there is tremendous anticipation and excitement related to reports of the first springer of the year being caught, that's just the kickoff. As the game continues, both teams (fish and anglers) get warmed up and start putting bigger numbers on the board.

March 4, 2026

Article

Tech Tips for Kokanee Fishing

Kokanee are delicious landlocked salmon that live in more than 20 Oregon lakes and reservoirs. They favor cool temperatures so they are most common in higher elevation waterbodies. Search for them on MyODFW.com and you'll get a lot of great information including a list of the locations where you can find them.

February 9, 2026

Article

Free fishing weekend Feb 14-15

Now is a great time to learn how to fish, with free fishing opportunities across the state. No licenses or tags required to fish, clam, or crab.

February 9, 2026

Workshop and Events

Fly-Fishing Workshop - Camp Sherman - FULL

Date

May 16, 2026

Location

Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery - 7500 Forest Service Rd 14 Camp Sherman, OR 97730

Image of an assortment of pre-loaded and self-loaded fly boxes.

Press Release

More slots have opened for September youth pheasant hunts: Events located in Coquille, Central Point, Monmouth, Irrigon, John Day, Klamath Falls, La Grande, Madras, Portland, Tygh Valley

SALEM, Ore.— If you are considering registering for a youth pheasant hunt, it is not too late. More slots have opened for many youth pheasant hunts being held statewide this month after duplicate registrations were removed from the system. "We've heard some parents have been unable to sign up their…

September 11, 2025

Workshop and Events

Rifle Skills: Fundamentals Course Schedule

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.

Date

May

Location

Multiple locations

Landing page

DeGarmo Hunt Area DO-01

Find maps, boundary descriptions and hunts available in the new DeGarmo Hunt Area. Download printable PDF map

November 14, 2025

Press Release

2026 ocean salmon seasons adopted

NEWPORT, Ore – The Pacific Fisheries Management Council (PFMC) has finalized the 2026 ocean salmon seasons including ocean waters off Oregon. Recommended salmon seasons are not official until final approval by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce (expected by Saturday, May 16), and after adoption by the Oregon Fish and Wildlife…

April 14, 2026