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Start hunting big game

Whether it’s spending more time outdoors or harvesting food for the freezer, there are lots reasons to become a hunter. Here’s how to get from thinking about it to doing it.

Big Game Hunting Report - Northeast Area

Jan. 8, 2025‌‌‌‌‌‌‌ If there’s not a photo, it didn’t happen Submit your hunting photo to ODFW and we might use it here or elsewhere on MyODFW.com. Currently open (general seasons)‌ Cougar ( Check current harvest numbers), coyote. Announcements, resources Last big game update of season With most big game hunting seasons done or winding down, the big game hunting section of the Recreation Report will go on hiatus after this week. Updates will resume in August 2025 with publication of the Big game hunting forecast. Coming up next Report your hunt by Jan. 31. If you bought a tag

September 21, 2017

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Using big game hunting blinds on federal land

The number of big game hunters using blinds has increased over the last 20 years. Be sure to follow regulations if you plan to use them on federal land.

Pronghorn antelope gathered at a desert watering hole.

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Big Game Hunting Report - Southeast Area

Jan. 8, 2025‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌ If there’s not a photo, it didn’t happen Submit your hunting photo to ODFW and we might use it here or elsewhere on MyODFW.com. Currently open (general seasons)‌ Cougar ( Check current harvest numbers), coyote Announcements, resources Last big game update of season With most big game hunting seasons done or winding down, the big game hunting section of the Recreation Report will go on hiatus after this week. Updates will resume in August 2025 with publication of the Big game hunting forecast. Coming up next Report your hunt by Jan. 31. If you bought a tag

September 21, 2017

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Big Game Hunting Report - Northwest Area

Jan. 8, 2025‌‌‌‌ ‌ If there’s not a photo, it didn’t happen Submit your hunting photo to ODFW and we might use it here or elsewhere on MyODFW.com. Currently open (general seasons) Cougar ( check current harvest numbers), coyote Announcements, resources Last big game update of season With most big game hunting seasons done or winding down, the big game hunting section of the Recreation Report will go on hiatus after this week. Updates will resume in August 2025 with publication of the Big game hunting forecast. Coming up next Report your hunt by Jan. 31. If you bought a

September 21, 2017

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Big Game Hunting Report - Central Area

Jan. 8, 2025‌‌‌‌‌‌ If there’s not a photo, it didn’t happen Submit your hunting photo to ODFW and we might use it here or elsewhere on MyODFW.com. Currently open (general seasons) Cougar ( Check current harvest numbers), coyote Announcements, resources Last big game update of season With most big game hunting seasons done or winding down, the big game hunting section of the Recreation Report will go on hiatus after this week. Updates will resume in August 2025 with publication of the Big game hunting forecast. Coming up next Report your hunt by Jan. 31. If you bought a tag

September 21, 2017

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Big Game Hunting Report - Columbia Area

Jan. 8, 2025‌‌‌‌‌‌‌ If there’s not a photo, it didn’t happen Submit your hunting photo to ODFW and we might use it here or elsewhere on MyODFW.com. Currently open (general seasons) Cougar ( Check current harvest numbers), coyote Announcements, resources Last big game update of season With most big game hunting seasons done or winding down, the big game hunting section of the Recreation Report will go on hiatus after this week. Updates will resume in August 2025 with publication of the Big game hunting forecast. Coming up next Report your hunt by Jan. 31. If you bought a tag

September 05, 2017

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Big Game Hunting Report - Southwest Area

Jan. 8, 2025‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌ If there’s not a photo, it didn’t happen Submit your hunting photo to ODFW and we might use it here or elsewhere on MyODFW.com. Currently open (general seasons) Cougar ( check current harvest numbers), coyote Announcements , resources Last big game update of season With most big game hunting seasons done or winding down, the big game hunting section of the Recreation Report will go on hiatus after this week. Updates will resume in August 2025 with publication of the Big game hunting forecast. Coming up next Report your hunt by Jan. 31. If you bought a

September 05, 2017

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Big game hunting season review

ODFW has been reviewing big game hunting to simplify regulations, provide fair and consistent opportunity and ensure biological objectives are met. Here's what’s happening for 2022 and how to comment. Sign up for email or text updates

July 11, 2022

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Big Game Hunting Report - South Central Area

Jan. 8, 2025‌‌‌‌‌‌‌ If there’s not a photo, it didn’t happen Submit your hunting photo to ODFW and we might use it here or elsewhere on MyODFW.com. Currently open (general seasons) Cougar ( check current harvest numbers), coyote Announcements, resources‌ Last big game update of season With most big game hunting seasons done or winding down, the big game hunting section of the Recreation Report will go on hiatus after this week. Updates will resume in August 2025 with publication of the Big game hunting forecast. Coming up next Report your hunt by Jan. 31. If you bought a tag

September 21, 2017

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Big game raffle and auction hunts

All funds raised by deer and elk auction and raffle tags go directly to the Access and Habitat Program. Funds raised by bighorn sheep, pronghorn, and Rocky Mountain goat auction and raffle tags go directly to the management of those species.

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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.

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Big game hunting harvest statistics

See the latest and historic data about big game hunting statistics for different hunts.

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Start hunting game birds

Whether it’s spending more time outdoors or harvesting food for the freezer, there are lots reasons to become a hunter. Here’s how to get from thinking about it to doing it.

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How to hunt

Oregon offers some great opportunities for the first-time hunter -- from deer and elk, to geese and ducks, to chukar and pheasants. Here are a few pointers to help you get started.

March 23, 2018

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Big game statistics

Here you’ll find links to population, harvest and point summary reports that can help you decide what hunts to apply for.

image of an archery hunter with a large male mule deer

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How to snipe hunt in Oregon

Snipe fly fast and erratically. They aren’t hard to kill, just hard to hit. Here are a few tips to improve your odds.