New permits will be required to paddle boats while fishing, hunting and visiting state parks will be more expensive in 2026.

Oregon hunters and anglers will pay more for licenses and tags in 2026, the first increase since 2020. On average, prices will rise by 12% to 14%, according to the Oregon Department of Fish and ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A new proposed license plate supporting Oregon State University’s Big Fish Lab hopes to bring attention to Oregon’s coastal sharks. There are 15 species of sharks that live in ...

SALEM — Grab your rods and reels and cast a line during Free Fishing Weekend in Oregon. No fishing/shellfish licenses or tags are required on Saturday and Sunday, June 7-8. Both Oregon residents and ...

SALEM, Ore.—Everyone can fish, clam and crab for free in Oregon next Saturday and Sunday, June 7-8, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife says. No fishing/shellfish licenses or tags (including a ...

NEWPORT, Ore. (KTVZ) – Vouchers are now on sale for a new specialty Oregon license plate that researchers hope will inspire people to think differently about the sharks living just off the Oregon ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — A new proposed shark license plate hopes to bring attention to Oregon's coastal sharks. Oregon State University is selling vouchers for a new "Vibrant Ocean" plate, where proceeds go ...