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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.
Change up your tactics to take more early season birds.
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.
Competition was stiff this year for the 2020 Habitat Conservation, Upland Game Bird, and Waterfowl Stamp art contests.
The Pikeminnow Sport Reward Fishery Program, funded by the Bonneville Power Administration and administered by the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission, pays anglers for each northern pikeminnow that they catch in the Columbia River.
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!
Trout is Oregon's most popular game fish. Learn how to identify them, and some tips for catching them.
Oregon has over 360 miles of coastline -- that's a big sandbox in which to take the family clamming and crabbing. They're open throughout the year and are suitable for everyone in the family. It's fun, it's easy, it's delicious.
In some Oregon state waters catch and release fishing is required in order to protect valuable fish resources. In most waters, however, release or harvest is a personal choice.
Dedicated fly-anglers don’t stop fishing in the winter, instead they adjust their tactics to the colder conditions.
Ice fishing is becoming increasingly popular in Oregon as anglers look for new ways to enjoy fishing year-round. Here are some tips to get you started.
Successful steelhead fishing is more about developing a good strategy for finding fish than about fussing over gear, techniques and colors. (Although pink worms really do work!)
Each year over 9 million Oregonians and visitors head to hills – and the desert, and the beach – to enjoy the outdoor beauty Oregon offers. But with that many people actively appreciating the hills (and the desert and the beach) it’s becoming even more important that we learn to enjoy our fragile ecosystems today while also protecting them for tomorrow’s visitors.
Spring bear is the first big game hunting season of the year – just one reason it’s popular with a dedicated group of hunters.
Here you’ll find links to population, harvest and point summary reports that can help you decide what hunts to apply for.
Legal hunting weapons and weapon restrictions for hunting big game and game birds in Oregon.
All first time Oregon trappers of any age must complete trapper education.
Since many game birds in Oregon reside on private land, finding a place to hunt can be challenging. The Hunt by Reservation Program brings hunters and landowners together to provide quality hunting experiences.
Rules for permits and releasing birds, pursuit seasons and competitive dog trials. Download Game Bird Release Permit.
