Oregon Gun Laws for Hunters 2026: What You Need to Know Before the Season
Oregon's gun laws have evolved significantly in recent years. Here's a practical breakdown of what's legal, what's changed, and what every Oregon hunter needs to know heading into the 2026 season.
Reloading the 7mm Weatherby Magnum: Roy's Flagship Long-Range Elk and Mule Deer Cartridge
The 7mm Weatherby Magnum was Roy Weatherby's personal favorite among his family of cartridges — and once you start loading for it, it's easy to see why. Here's how to get the most from this flat-shooting magnum.
Smith River Fall Chinook Salmon: A Bank Angler's Guide to Florence's Hidden Gem
Oregon's Smith River near Florence gets overshadowed by bigger coastal systems — but for bank anglers targeting fall Chinook, this short, productive estuary punches well above its weight.
Oregon's Ukiah Unit Archery Elk: DIY Tactics for Blue Mountains Bull Hunting
The Ukiah Unit in Oregon's Blue Mountains is a sleeper for DIY archery elk hunters willing to put boots on the ground. Here's everything you need to know to fill your tag this September.
Bonneville Dam Tailrace Chinook: Bank Fishing Oregon's Most Accessible Fall Salmon Spot
The Bonneville Dam tailrace holds some of the Columbia River's best fall Chinook fishing, and you don't need a boat. Here's how to work the bank effectively during September's peak run.
Field Judging Black Bear in Oregon: Body Size, Color Phase, and the Walk-Away Decision
Before you draw on an Oregon black bear, you need to know what you're looking at. Color phases, body proportions, and the walk-away cues that separate a shooter from a pass.
Oregon Coast Jetty Fishing: Rockfish, Greenling, and Cabezon from the Rocks
Oregon's jetties hold some of the best year-round fishing on the coast — no boat required. Here's the complete guide to targeting rockfish, greenling, and cabezon from the boulders at Yaquina Bay, Coos Bay, Winchester Bay, and beyond.
Newport and Depoe Bay Nearshore Coho Trolling: Oregon's September Ocean Boat Fishing Guide
September is the prime window to intercept coho salmon just offshore of Newport and Depoe Bay before they push into the coastal rivers. Here's the complete boat angler's guide to Oregon's nearshore coho fishery.
Oregon Tree Squirrel Hunting: Western Gray and Douglas Squirrels in the Cascades and Coast Range
Oregon's tree squirrel season opens September 1st and runs through the end of January — offering some of the most accessible small game hunting in the state. Here's how to find, pattern, and harvest western gray and Douglas squirrels across Oregon's timber country.
Hunting Resident Canada Geese in Oregon's Willamette Valley: September Permission-Land Tactics
Oregon's early September resident Canada goose season is one of the most underrated hunting opportunities in the Willamette Valley. Here's how to find permission, set up decoys, and call birds that have seen it all.