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2018 Waterfowl Breeding Population Survey Shows Continuing Upward Trend
by ODFW, JULY 13, 2018

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has completed its 2018 waterfowl breeding population survey -- and it’s good news for hunters and birdwatchers alike, as the total waterfowl population in the state now tops out at over a half million, for the first time in six years. Melanie Weaver, who oversees CDFW’s Waterfowl Program, said that duck populations responded...
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Angler Education Instructor training in Troutdale on July 28
by ODFW, JULY 13, 2018

Share your love of fishing with people new to the sport—become a volunteer fishing instructor for ODFW! ODFW will host a free training for new volunteer fishing instructors on Saturday, July 28 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Glenn Otto Community Park/Sam Cox Building. Staff from ODFW’s Aquatic and Angling Education Program will be hosting the training, which is open to anyone...
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Pacific halibut flying over the rails
Kenny Priest
by Kenny Priest, JULY 13, 2018
Eureka Coast

The Pacific halibut bite all along the North Coast has been nothing short of spectacular this week. Since last Thursday when the ocean finally calmed, limits have been the rule. “It’s as good as I’ve seen it,” said Tim Klassen of Reel Steel Sport Fishing. “There’s been quite a few caught at the Cape in shallow water while rock fishing,...
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Aug. 4 Archery Tournament for all ages near Corvallis – Register by July 30
by ODFW, JULY 12, 2018

ODFW will host the second annual S3DA Triple Crown archery tournament Aug. 4 at the Archery Park, EE Wilson Wildlife Area (2955 Camp Adair Rd, Monmouth). The competition is open to all ages and the cost is $10, payable by cash or check on site at the event. Participants need to bring their own equipment (no broadheads or crossbows) and will shoot in...
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Big game regulation meetings held in southern Oregon
by ODFW, JULY 11, 2018

Public meetings to discuss 2019 Big Game Hunting Regulations are being held around southern Oregon. Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife biologists will discuss proposed changes for the 2019 hunting season and proposals to simplify regulations, including one to change the Southwest first-come, first served spring bear hunt to a controlled hunt consistent with all other spring bear hunts in Oregon. Public comment...
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Shotgun skills classes coming up in July and August (in Gervais, Corvallis and Portland): Required for September pheasant hunting workshops
by ODFW, JULY 11, 2018

Now is a great time to learn or brush up on shotgun shooting skills before bird hunting opens in September. ODFW will host several shotgun skills workshops in Gervais, Portland and near Corvallis during July and August. The cost is $12 per participant, which is due when registering. Workshops are family-friendly with all ages welcome, though anyone under age 18 needs...
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