April 28 is the traditional opener for Oregon’s number one gamefish. Select rivers and lakes throughout the state open for trout fishing on Saturday. Check the zone reports for the latest reports on stocking and conditions.
New to trout fishing? We’ve got lost of resources to help on our trout page.
Go spring turkey hunting
Anyone can purchase a tag, anytime before going hunting. See our hunting forecast for tips for beginners and what to expect this season.
Apply for your fall controlled hunt
Avoid the long lines at the May 15 deadline by applying online now.
Spring migrants are arriving on Sauvie Island Wildlife Area
Look for orange-crowned warblers, Pacific-slope flycatchers and purple martins. The Westside, Oak Island and the North Units of the Wildlife Area opened on April 16. All areas require an ODFW Parking Permit. See the ODFW Viewing Map for locations.
Big game raffle tickets on sale thru May 7
Just $4.50 could get you (or a friend or family member) the chance to hunt deer for three months. Elk, combo deer/elk, bighorn sheep, Rocky Mtn goat and pronghorn antelope tickets also available. Buy a raffle ticket online or fax or mail this application.
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