Fishing Articles

Razor clamming now open from south jetty Umpqua River to Cape Arago
by ODFW, MAY 5, 2018
Umpqua River

The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) announce the reopening of razor clamming from the south jetty of the Umpqua River, at Winchester Bay to Cape Arago, south of Coos Bay as domoic acid levels have dropped below the alert level. The opening means razor clamming is now open from the Columbia River...
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A Stubborn Fish Called Cabezon
by Sarkis Kasparian, MAY 4, 2018

The cabezon (Scorpaenichthys marmoratus) is a unique fish living on the Pacific coast. Generally found near the ocean floor, the cabezon is known for being stubborn because of its temperament and its ability to remain nearly motionless until its next meal. They also have poisonous spines that match their attitude! Cabezon is Spanish for “big headed,” which perfectly describes this...
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Rough seas delay rockfish, halibut openers
Kenny Priest
by Kenny Priest, MAY 3, 2018
Humboldt County Coast

Mother Nature can be so cruel sometimes. After months and months of anticipation leading up to Tuesday’s rockfish and halibut openers, boats from Crescent City to Shelter Cove were forced to stay in port due to howling north winds. Blustery winds this time of the year are common, and they actually do way more good than harm. But the timing...
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Ladd Marsh Bird Festival Offers Abundant Bird Species Viewing
by ODFW, MAY 2, 2018

An action packed weekend is coming up in LaGrande at the 13th annual Ladd Marsh Bird Festival, May 18-20, 2018. There is something for everyone, whether you’re an expert birder, new to bird watching, or are looking for family outdoor activities http://friendsofladdmarsh.org/bird-festival-2/bird-festival/ The festival opens Friday night with the Odd Strings, local musicians playing original songs about birds and birding at 7 p.m. Following the short concert...
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ODFW family fishing event Saturday, May 5 at Sheridan Pond
by ODFW, MAY 1, 2018
Sheridan Pond

Hundreds of freshly stocked rainbow trout will lying in wait for anglers who attend the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife’s family fishing event at Sheridan Pond on Saturday, May 5 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. ODFW will release 600 “legals” and 125 “trophies” just prior to the event. In addition to the fish, ODFW will provide rods, reels and tackle...
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Lake Sabrina Boat Landing Opening Weekend Update
by Lake Sabrina Boat Landing Staff, APRIL 30, 2018
Lake Sabrina

In some ways it was a typical Opening Day at Lake Sabrina – a bit on the cool and breezy side, lots of fish heading to the frying pan or were caught and released and lots and lots of people – and in other ways it was not a typical Opening Day – the Lake ice-free and water up on...
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