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ODFW Recreation Report Highlights
by ODFW, NOVEMBER 24, 2017

#OptOutside on black Friday #OptOutside on black Friday, Nov. 24, with the help of FREE FISHING. On Friday and Saturday (Nov.25) you won’t need a license, tag or endorsement to fish, crab or clam anywhere in Oregon that’s open to fishing. Check the weekly Recreation Report, and follow us on social media to learn more about upcoming opportunities. Best bets for free fishing Nov. 24 and 25 Several waterbodies are being...
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Crab harvesting reopens on a portion of Oregon coast
by ODFW, NOVEMBER 24, 2017

The Oregon Department of Agriculture and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife announce the reopening of recreational and commercial bay crabbing from the north jetty of the Coquille River to the north jetty of Coos Bay. The reopening includes crab harvested in bays and estuaries, and on beaches, docks, piers, and jetties. Crab samples taken from the area indicate...
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May you all have a wonderful, heartfelt Thanksgiving Day!
NOVEMBER 23, 2017

Coastal king season winding down
Kenny Priest
by Kenny Priest, NOVEMBER 23, 2017
Smith River

Other than the Smith and Chetco, all of the North Coast rivers were still off color as of Wednesday. And with more rain in the forecast, all of the local rivers will likely see another bump in flows starting late Saturday. If you’re looking to get in on some coastal king action this weekend, the Smith may be your only...
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Youth can apply to hunt deer at C2 Ranch near Medford – Deadline Nov. 30
by ODFW, NOVEMBER 22, 2017

ODFW’s Access and Habitat Program and the C2 Ranch are offering youth hunters with a 630T Rogue Unit youth deer tag the chance to hunt deer on the ranch’s 9,500-acre property near Medford this year. The deadline to apply is Nov. 30 and 16 winners will be drawn on Dec. 1. Each winner will get a one-day guided hunt. A parent or other adult...
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California Elk Plan Draft Now Available for Public Comment
by CDFW, NOVEMBER 22, 2017

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has released a draft of the Statewide Elk Conservation and Management Plan for public review and comment. The plan provides guidance and direction to help set priorities for elk management efforts statewide. “This draft plan is an important milestone for many of our wildlife program staff, and we’re pleased to be one step closer to...
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