Wednesday, May 20, 2026  |  Oregon's Outdoor Journal
Running a Suppressor: What Oregon Hunters Need to Know About Cans in the Field

Running a Suppressor: What Oregon Hunters Need to Know About Cans in the Field

Suppressors are legal for hunting in Oregon and increasingly common in the field. Here's a practical breakdown of NFA paperwork, real-world sound reduction, host rifle selection, and why a can might be the best upgrade you make this season.

By HFR Staff  ·  May 19, 2026
Reloading the .44 Magnum for Hunting: Hard-Hitting Loads for Handgun and Lever-Gun Hunters
Reloading

Reloading the .44 Magnum for Hunting: Hard-Hitting Loads for Handgun and Lever-Gun Hunters

The .44 Magnum is a hunter's cartridge that rewards handloaders. Here's how to build accurate, hard-hitting loads for deer, bear, and hog — whether you're shooting a revolver or a lever-action carbine.

May 19, 2026
Canada Goose Hunting on the Columbia River: Field Blinds, Decoy Spreads, and the Oregon Resident Flock
Hunting

Canada Goose Hunting on the Columbia River: Field Blinds, Decoy Spreads, and the Oregon Resident Flock

Oregon's resident Canada geese offer one of the longest, most accessible hunting seasons in the Pacific Northwest. Here's how to set up a killing field blind, build a convincing spread, and call birds all season long.

May 19, 2026
Summer Steelhead on the Lower Deschutes River: Wade Fishing Tactics for Oregon's Premier Run
Fishing

Summer Steelhead on the Lower Deschutes River: Wade Fishing Tactics for Oregon's Premier Run

The Lower Deschutes River is one of the West's top summer steelhead fisheries. Here's how to read water, pick flies, and land chrome-bright fish from the bank or in the wade.

May 19, 2026
Columbia River White Sturgeon: Bank Access, Bait Rigs, and Season Rules for Oregon Anglers
Fishing

Columbia River White Sturgeon: Bank Access, Bait Rigs, and Season Rules for Oregon Anglers

Oregon's Columbia River holds some of the largest white sturgeon in the world. Here's everything you need to know about legal retention windows, proven bait setups, and the best bank fishing spots from Bonneville to The Dalles.

May 18, 2026
Upland Bird Hunting in Eastern Oregon: Pheasant, Chukar, and Hungarian Partridge on Public Land
Hunting

Upland Bird Hunting in Eastern Oregon: Pheasant, Chukar, and Hungarian Partridge on Public Land

Eastern Oregon holds some of the best pheasant, chukar, and Hun hunting in the Pacific Northwest — if you know where to go and how to work the terrain. Here's a practical guide to all three species.

May 18, 2026
Reloading .223 Remington for Varmint Shooting: Powder Selection, Bullet Weights, and High-Volume Load Data
Reloading

Reloading .223 Remington for Varmint Shooting: Powder Selection, Bullet Weights, and High-Volume Load Data

The .223 Remington is America's most reloaded cartridge for good reason. Here's how to build accurate, high-volume varmint and target loads — brass prep, powder selection, bullet choices, and progressive press tips.

May 18, 2026
Hunting Rifle Trigger Upgrades: Pull Weight, Creep, and the Best Aftermarket Options
Shooting

Hunting Rifle Trigger Upgrades: Pull Weight, Creep, and the Best Aftermarket Options

A great trigger is the most underrated accuracy upgrade on any hunting rifle. Here's what pull weight and creep actually mean, what factory triggers are worth keeping, and which aftermarket units are worth your money.

May 18, 2026
Timberline Trail Around Mount Hood: The Complete Guide to Oregon's Classic 40-Mile Alpine Loop
Backpacking

Timberline Trail Around Mount Hood: The Complete Guide to Oregon's Classic 40-Mile Alpine Loop

The Timberline Trail circumnavigates Mount Hood in about 40 miles of alpine terrain, river crossings, and volcanic scenery. Here's how to plan your trip — from seasonal conditions and permits to the best campsites and river crossing strategy.

May 18, 2026
Mount Jefferson Wilderness: A 3-Day Backpacking Loop Through Oregon's Volcanic Spine
Backpacking

Mount Jefferson Wilderness: A 3-Day Backpacking Loop Through Oregon's Volcanic Spine

At 10,497 feet, Mount Jefferson is Oregon's second-highest peak and the anchor of one of the state's most spectacular wilderness areas. This 3-day loop covers the best of the Jefferson Park highlands, alpine lakes, and flower-filled meadows — with a side of genuine solitude if you go at the right time.

May 17, 2026