Search myodfw.com

Showing 81 - 100 of 545 results

Workshop and Events

Introduction to hunting in Oregon Class Schedule

This two-hour class is for people new to hunting and provides an overview of hunting in Oregon.

Date

Year Round

Location

Statewide

Article

Sage-grouse hunting in Oregon

Better known for their elaborate courtship displays, greater sage-grouse also offers the wingshooter a unique hunting experience. This is a small, well-regulated hunt by permit only. Permit applications are due in mid-August each year. Apply for a permit

August 18, 2025

Article

Premium big game hunts

ODFW’s Premium Hunts give any hunter a chance to draw an additional deer, elk or pronghorn tag with a months-long season.

Landing page

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

Article

Report your hunt

If you bought a tag you must report, even if you weren't successful or didn't hunt. Report your hunt online or at an ODFW license vendor. Hunters have until January 31 (or April 15 if purchased a late tag) each year to report their previous year's hunts.

December 8, 2025

Recreation Report

Big Game Hunting Report - Northwest Area

NW BIG GAME HUNTING April 23, 2026 Currently open Controlled Spring Bear, Cougar ( check current harvest numbers), Coyote Announcements, resources Here's the local scoop for your hunt area in the 2026 Spring Bear Forecast. Submit your applications for 2026 controlled hunts by May 15. Big game harvest statistics - You'll find links to population, harvest and point summary reports that can help you decide what hunts to apply for this season. Please report elk with hoof disease - If you see elk showing signs of elk hoof disease, including lame or limping elk or elk with damaged, injured, missing…

September 21, 2017

Article

Hunting on private lands: UCAP and Regulated Hunt Areas

Regulated Hunt Areas (RHAs) are cooperative programs between Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and private landowners that offer regulated hunting on private lands. Each RHA has special regulations so be sure to check them before hunting. The Upland Cooperative Access Program (UCAP) is an incentive-based program designed to provide quality public hunting opportunities for upland game birds on private lands in Wasco, Sherman, Gilliam and Morrow counties in the Columbia Basin.

September 11, 2017

Recreation Report

Big Game Hunting Report - Central Area

CENTRAL BIG GAME HUNTING April 23, 2026 Currently open Controlled Spring Bear, Cougar ( check current harvest numbers), Coyote Announcements and resources Here's the local scoop for your hunt area in the 2026 Spring Bear Forecast. Submit your applications for 2026 controlled hunts by May 15. Big game harvest statistics - You'll find links to population, harvest and point summary reports that can help you decide what hunts to apply for this season. Please report elk with hoof disease - If you see elk showing signs of elk hoof disease, including lame or limping elk or elk with damaged, injured…

September 21, 2017

Article

2026 spring bear hunting forecast

Take a look at what hunters can expect in 2026 for their specific hunt areas, details provided by wildlife biologists throughout the state.

March 3, 2026

Article

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

Article

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

Article

Hunting and fire danger in Oregon

Dry conditions and the associated wildfire danger can have a large impact on your hunting opportunity. Check below for resources for finding fire closures and restrictions, and for ODFW's policy on tag refunds and restoration of preference points.

February 9, 2026

A large plume of gray smoke billows from a wildlife into the sky

Recreation Report

Big Game Hunting Report - Columbia Area

COLUMBIA BIG GAME HUNTING April 23, 2026 Currently open Controlled Spring Bear, Cougar ( check current harvest numbers), Coyote Announcements and resources Here's the local scoop for your hunt area in the 2026 Spring Bear Forecast. Submit your applications for 2026 controlled hunts by May 15. Big game harvest statistics - You'll find links to population, harvest and point summary reports that can help you decide what hunts to apply for this season. Please report elk with hoof disease - If you see elk showing signs of elk hoof disease, including lame or limping elk or elk with damaged, injured…

September 05, 2017

Recreation Report

Big Game Hunting Report - Northeast Area

NE BIG GAME HUNTING April 23, 2026 Currently open Controlled Spring Bear, Cougar ( check current harvest numbers), Coyote Announcements and resources Here's the local scoop for your hunt area in the 2026 Spring Bear Forecast. Submit your applications for 2026 controlled hunts by May 15. Big game harvest statistics - You'll find links to population, harvest and point summary reports that can help you decide what hunts to apply for this season. Please report elk with hoof disease - If you see elk showing signs of elk hoof disease, including lame or limping elk or elk with damaged, injured…

September 21, 2017

Recreation Report

Big Game Hunting Report - Southeast Area

SE BIG GAME HUNTING April 23, 2026 Currently open Cougar ( check current harvest numbers), Coyote Announcements and resources Submit your applications for 2026 controlled hunts by May 15. Here's the scoop for your hunt area in the 2026 Spring Bear Forecast. Big game harvest statistics - You'll find links to population, harvest and point summary reports that can help you decide what hunts to apply for this season. Please report elk with hoof disease - If you see elk showing signs of elk hoof disease, including lame or limping elk or elk with damaged, injured, missing or deformed hooves…

September 21, 2017

Article

A beginner's guide to waterfowl hunting on Sauvie Island: Introduction

A beginner's guide to waterfowl hunting on Sauvie Island - an introduction. Part 1 of a 5 part series.

Recreation Report

Big Game Hunting Report - Southwest Area

SW BIG GAME HUNTING April 23, 2026 Currently open Controlled Spring Bear, Cougar ( check current harvest numbers), Coyote Announcements and resources Here's the local scoop for your hunt area in the 2026 Spring Bear Forecast. Submit your applications for 2026 controlled hunts by May 15. Big game harvest statistics - You'll find links to population, harvest and point summary reports that can help you decide what hunts to apply for this season. Please report elk with hoof disease - If you see elk showing signs of elk hoof disease, including lame or limping elk or elk with damaged, injured…

September 05, 2017

Article

Youth Upland Bird Hunts

Youth game bird hunt opportunities give young hunters a chance to hunt in a controlled setting with a focus on safety and success.

August 5, 2025

Article

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

Article

Wildfires: Impact on hunting, fishing, wildlife

Wildfire season in Oregon and access to the place you like to hunt, fish or recreate may be impacted. So be sure to check for access restrictions before heading out.

August 29, 2025