Oregon closes recreational hunting and fishing to non-residents to limit travel amid COVID-19 restrictions

Oregon closes recreational hunting and fishing to non-residents to limit travel amid COVID-19 restrictions

SALEM, Ore.— ODFW is closing recreational hunting, fishing, crabbing and clamming to non-residents due to concerns about travel to Oregon to participate in these outdoor activities. Such travel could spread the virus and put more of a burden on Oregon’s rural communities.

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Recreation Report for March 26, 2020: You don't need to travel far

Recreation Report for March 26, 2020: You don't need to travel far

Fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing in Oregon remain open. However, Oregon State Parks, as well as several cities and counties, have closed parks, boat ramps and other facilities that could hinder access to your favorite spots. This list of closures changes quickly, so it’s a good idea to call the land manager and confirm access before you go.

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Recreation Report for September 19 - Fall Migration Underway

Recreation Report for September 19 - Fall Migration Underway

Highlights from this week’s Recreation Report include: Fishing reports on Blue Lake and Campbell Lake, Klamath County big game report, 9 Tips on tagging your fish and game, Gamebird report, and wildlife viewing report.

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Recreation Report for July 18, 2019

Recreation Report for July 18, 2019

Highlights from this week’s Recreation Report include: Southwest Oregon fishing report featuring, Blue Lake, Campbell Lake and Campbell Reservoir. This weeks report also includes a updated on Cougar, Coyote, and Ground Squirrel hunts.

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Recreation Report for June 20, 2019 - Big Game Workshops

Recreation Report for June 20, 2019 - Big Game Workshops

Highlights from this week’s Recreation Report include: How to check your controlled hunt draw results, Big game hunting workshops, Three cures for summer trout doldrums, Take the Trout Challenge and help native fish, and the area Fishing Report.

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Recreation Report for May 30, 2019 - Free Fishing Weekend

Recreation Report for May 30, 2019 - Free Fishing Weekend

Highlights from this week’s Recreation Report include: Free fishing weekend area hot spots, Southeast Oregon fishing report, How to hunt for deer and elk, and the Native trout challenge.

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Recreation Report for May 23, 2019 - Big Game Hunting Workshops Scheduled

Recreation Report for May 23, 2019 - Big Game Hunting Workshops Scheduled

Highlights from this week’s Recreation Report include: Big game hunting workshops, More rivers and streams open to trout on May 22, Last weekend for spring turkey and bear hunting, best best for fishing this holiday weekend.

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Recreation Report for April 25, local trout fishing reported good

Recreation Report for April 25, local trout fishing reported good

Highlights from this week’s Recreation Report include: Family fishing events, Take aim at fish, Best bets for weekend fishing, Southeast zone fishing update, 2019 Spring turkey hunting forecast.

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Recreation Report for April 11 - Area fishing reports are in

Recreation Report for April 11 - Area fishing reports are in

Highlights from this week’s Recreation Report include: Time is running out to report your 2018 hunt, Youth turkey season this weekend, Take the family fishing, Best bests for weekend fishing, and Area fishing reports.

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