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Free Fishing Days Nov. 29-30
The Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving are Free Fishing days in Oregon. That means you don't need a license to fish, crab or clam anywhere in Oregon. That's no license, no combined angling tag, no endorsements, no validations needed. Click here to see the small print.
Put crab on your holiday menu
Dungeness crab for the holidays is an iconic Oregon tradition. So why not harvest your own! Crabbing is easy, affordable and fun. Here's all the intel you need to get started. Recently, crabbing has been good out of Newport and excellent out of Waldport.
Coastal rivers close to Chinook Dec. 1
This will be the last full weekend to fish for fall Chinook on coastal rivers. Some rivers may drop to fishable levels by then. See the zone updates to find the most likely ones.
Hunting big game out of state? Know the rules about Oregon's Parts Ban.
It is illegal to transport any part of the brain or spinal column of deer, elk or other cervids into Oregon from another state. See page 16 of the Big Game Hunting regulations for guidance on how to transport your meat and antlers home to Oregon.
Foragers – be visible in the woods
It's elk hunting season in the western Oregon woods. So, if you've got mushrooming or other foraging on your agenda, be sure to make yourself (and your dog) visible by wearing red, hunter orange (it's not just for hunters) or another bright color.
Best strategies for weekend fishing:
With rain in the forecast in western Oregon, and freezing temperatures in eastern Oregon, anglers will want to be flexible and ready to hit the water when conditions permit.
