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Recreation Report
Jan. 8, 2025 Currently open Eurasian collared dove Announcements, resources Game bird updates resume in August With most 2025-25 game bird seasons concluded, the game bird updates are currently on hiatus will resume in August. Coming up next Report your fall turkey hunt by April 15. If you bought a tag to hunt in 2024, you must report your hunt by Jan. 31, 2025 – even if you didn't hunt or harvest an animal. Here's information on who needs to report and how to do it. Look for the game bird hunting forecast. The forecast is published in early Apil
September 21, 2017
Recreation Report
Jan. 8, 2025 Currently open Eurasian collared dove Announcements, resources Game bird updates resume in August With most 2025-25 game bird seasons concluded, the game bird updates are currently on hiatus will resume in August. Coming up next Report your fall turkey hunt by April 15. If you bought a tag to hunt in 2024, you must report your hunt by Jan. 31, 2025 – even if you didn't hunt or harvest an animal. Here's information on who needs to report and how to do it. Look for the game bird hunting forecast. The forecast is published in early Apil
September 05, 2017
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Creating a purchase group allows you to buy licenses, tags and other documents for family and friends, both online and at agents. After a customer has verified their account, they can be added to a purchase group using their ODFW ID# and the product catalog will reflect the correct products and pricing for each customer in the group.
June 30, 2020
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In late September, deer and elk begin their annual migration to wintering grounds, and often have to cross roads and highways to get there. Here are 7 tips to help avoid a collision.
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A nine-mile system of habitat trails offers upland bird hunters opportunities for mountain quail and blue and ruffed grouse.
May 21, 2020
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ODFW has been reviewing big game hunting to simplify regulations, provide fair and consistent opportunity and ensure biological objectives are met. Here's how you can be a part of the review process. Sign up for email or text updates
August 17, 2020
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Pioneer and other licenses are available for senior hunters and anglers at a reduced cost.
January 6, 2023
Recreation Report
March 26, 2025 Best bets for weekend fishing: With spring on the way, trout in Detroit Reservoir, and other waterbodies, are getting more active in their search for food. Several waterbodies are being stocked with trout this week. Trout stocking Scheduled to be stocked the week of March 24: Sheridan Pond, EE Wilson Pond, Sunnyside Park Pond, Row River Nature Park Pond, Dorena Reservoir, Junction City Pond, Timber Linn Lake, Canby Pond, Walling Pond, Foster Reservoir, Henry Hagg Lake, Dexter Reservoir Stocked the week of March 17: EE Wilson, Timber Linn Lake, Walter Wirth Lake, St. Louis Ponds, Fall Creek
September 05, 2017
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This list features some of the best performing videos of the year and takes viewers to unique parts of Oregon where biologists work to protect fish, wildlife and habitats for everyone to enjoy.
December 20, 2022
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Fishing with your kids or grandkids can be a lot of fun for all. Check out ODFW's fishing opportunities for youth, tips for parents/guardians, and free fishing events across the state.
Workshop and Events
Date
Oct 13 & 14, 2023
Location
Wenaha Wildlife Area, near Troy, OR
Article
Snipe fly fast and erratically. They aren’t hard to kill, just hard to hit. Here are a few tips to improve your odds.
Recreation Report
March 26, 2025 Best bets for weekend fishing North coast steelhead fishing remained fair this week with fish being caught in most basins when conditions were decent. The Nestucca, Wilson and North Fork Nehalem rivers will offer the best opportunities for catching hatchery steelhead. Many tributaries and upper river sections close to steelhead angling March 31, so be sure to check the regulations before heading out in April. North Coast lakes got the first spring stocking of rainbow trout last week and all of the lakes listed below have fish. The fish look really good this year and are a
September 05, 2017
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Spring bear is the first big game hunt of the season. Here's a look at what hunters can expect in 2024.
March 28, 2024
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Spring bear is the first big game hunt of the season. Here's a look at what hunters can expect in 2025.
March 25, 2025
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The white sturgeon is one of Oregon's most iconic and distinctive fish species with a lineage dating back to the age of the dinosaurs. Due to population concerns, the sturgeon fishery is highly regulated in terms of size, seasons and retention. This article outlines what you need to know before planning a sturgeon fishing trip.
November 19, 2024
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August, September and October are the months when most big game hunters will be in the woods or on the grasslands. Many hunters have long-standing traditions of deer or elk camp spent with family and friends. Visit e-regulations
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Whether it's a 6-inch bluegill or a trophy-size bass, Oregon's warmwater fish offer anglers of all ages a variety of fishing opportunities. Check out some basic tips here, then head to the article that details places to go looking for warmwater fish species within the area of the state you're interested in.
Educational Moment
You’ll need a way to carry your shells, turkey calls, first aid kit, extra gloves, lunch, water and other gear into the field. The most popular choices are a daypack or a specialized turkey hunting vest. Daypacks are simple and affordable A daypack is a simple and affordable option. It will hold a lot of stuff, most have some pockets to help you organize your gear, and some are hydration bladder compatible to help you stay hydrated during hot, dry hunts. Keep these things in mind when packing a daypack: Make sure the things in your daypack are secure and
May 19, 2020