Hunting and Fishing

Oregon voters could see a major animal rights measure on the fall ballot this November — one that would extend legal protections to farm animals, wildlife, and research animals, reshaping how ranching and hunting operate statewide.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is proposing stricter rules for people who own or sell captive deer and elk, following the first confirmed cases of Chronic Wasting Disease in the state last year.

Oregon's drought is impacting coldwater fish like salmon, prompting adjustments for anglers targeting warmwater species and trout high in the mountains; stay updated with ODFW for changing regulations.

As summer kicks off, hunters are reminded: it’s time to get those education requirements checked off before the fall season kicks into high gear.

It’s not just about wildlife; it’s about farmers too. A new conservation plan is aiming to balance the needs of big game and agricultural lands across the West.

With the deer shifting their patterns, hunters in Eastern Oregon are getting a new map for the upcoming season.

With $52 million on the table, the opportunity to enhance our outdoor spaces for hunting and fishing just got a lot more exciting.

As spring unfolds, Idaho bears are waking up hungry. What’s the best way to keep them at bay this season?

Two elk turned up dead near the visitor center at Farragut State Park, and the circumstances are raising serious questions.

Did you know federal funds meant for hatcheries are just sitting there? One congresswoman thinks that's a missed opportunity for our community.