Northwest Fishing News: Essential Coverage of Oregon’s Fishing Industry
Oregon’s fisheries are a vital part of the Pacific Northwest’s economy, culture, and outdoor recreation scene. From the legendary salmon and steelhead runs of the Columbia River to the thriving commercial and sport fisheries along the coast, Oregon’s fishing industry is dynamic and ever-changing. Northwest Fishing News has established itself as a premier source for comprehensive, up-to-date coverage, keeping anglers, industry professionals, and policymakers informed on the latest developments impacting the state’s waters.
Oregon’s fishing regulations are frequently updated to reflect changes in fish populations, environmental conditions, and conservation needs. Northwest Fishing News provides timely coverage of rule changes from the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW), ensuring that commercial and recreational fishermen alike stay up to date on season openings, quotas, and emergency closures. Whether it’s updates on salmon and steelhead management, changes to rockfish limits, or new crabbing regulations, Northwest Fishing News delivers the critical information needed to navigate Oregon’s fisheries.
Oregon’s fisheries face ongoing challenges, including habitat degradation, climate change impacts, and pressure from overfishing. Northwest Fishing News plays a vital role in covering conservation efforts that aim to restore and protect the state’s waterways. From habitat restoration projects in the Rogue, Umpqua, and Willamette rivers to efforts to improve fish passage at dams, the publication provides in-depth reporting on initiatives designed to sustain fish populations for future generations.
For sport fishing enthusiasts, Northwest Fishing News offers valuable insights, including detailed fishing reports, seasonal forecasts, and expert tips on techniques and locations. Whether anglers are pursuing chinook in the Pacific Ocean, steelhead in the Deschutes River, or trout in the Cascade lakes, the publication helps them make the most of their time on the water. Coverage of local tournaments, derby events, and record-breaking catches further connects the fishing community and highlights the excitement of Oregon’s diverse angling opportunities.
With Oregon’s fishing industry deeply intertwined with local economies, tribal communities, and conservation efforts, Northwest Fishing News provides a balanced and informed perspective on the most pressing issues. The publication covers everything from the economic impact of fisheries to ongoing legal battles over water rights and fishery allocations. By giving voice to commercial fishermen, recreational anglers, scientists, and policymakers, Northwest Fishing News ensures that its readers gain a comprehensive understanding of the forces shaping Oregon’s fisheries.
As Oregon’s fishing industry faces both challenges and opportunities, Northwest Fishing News remains an essential resource for anyone invested in the future of the state’s fisheries. Through accurate reporting, expert analysis, and an unwavering commitment to the fishing community, the publication continues to be the go-to source for everything related to Oregon’s waters.
10/5/2016 – John Snyder – Northwest Fishing News CORVALLIS, Ore. — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is moving into the next generation of monitoring fish populations — one of the toughest challenges in fish management — by using new environmental DNA (eDNA) science to quickly and accurately identify fish species in …
09/27/2016 – John Snyder – Northwest Fishing News Newport, Ore. – Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fishery managers will restrict commercial anchovy fishing in the Columbia River Oct. 3 due to uncertainty around the impacts the anchovy catch has on salmon and the local ecosystem. According to Maggie Sommer, ODFW marine fisheries manager, about …
Photo courtesy of Fins and Scales Guide Service 09/14/2016 – John Snyder – NW Fishing News CLACKAMAS, Ore. – Recreational fishermen will have through Sept. 22 to keep hatchery Chinook salmon from Buoy 10 upstream to the Warrior Rock/Bachelor Island deadline under a season extension approved today by fishery managers from Oregon and Washington. …
09/02/2016 – John W. J. Snyder – Northwest Fishing News WELCHES, Ore.—The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission today adopted a management plan and regulations designed to protect forage fish that are not covered by other management plans within state waters off the coast of Oregon. These unmanaged forage fish are small schooling fish such …
Photo Courtesy of Fins and Scales Guide Service 09/01/2016 – J. W. Snyder – Northwest Fishing News CLACKAMAS, Ore. – Recreational anglers will get an additional nine days to harvest Chinook salmon at the mouth of the Columbia River under a season extension approved today by fishery managers from Oregon and Washington. Lower …
08/04/2016 – John W. J. Snyder – Northwest Fishing News SALEM, Ore. — Oregon’s popular two-rod fishing validation will be extended to coastal streams open to salmon and steelhead fishing this fall to help anglers take advantage of expected strong Chinook salmon returns. “We are expecting another strong return of fall Chinook this season, …
08-02-2016 – John Snyder – Northwest Fishing News ALEM, Ore.—As a precautionary measure, ODFW will not propose any coastal freshwater fisheries on wild Coho this fall due to concerns over poor ocean survival and adequate spawning escapement to coastal rivers this year. The Fish and Wildlife Commission was scheduled to consider a limited fishery …
08/02/2016 – J. W. Snyder – NWFN TILLAMOOK, Ore. – Fall Chinook salmon fishing opens today on the lower Columbia River tributaries under new rules designed to protect wild fish. Only fin-clipped fall Chinook salmon may be retained this year on lower Columbia River tributaries in a move designed to protect wild tule …
08/01/2016 – John Snyder – Northwest Fishing News SALEM, Ore.—The public is invited to discuss the Salmon River Hatchery fall Chinook program at a public meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 16 at 6 p.m. at the Otis Fire Hall (381 N Old Scenic Highway 101). ODFW staff from the Coastal Chinook Research and Monitoring Program, …
Photo Courtesy of Paul Ambrose of Great NW Rivers Guide Service 06/22/2016 – John Snyder – Northwest Fishing News CLACKAMAS, Ore. – Much better than expected sturgeon harvest during the first of two scheduled summer sturgeon seasons on the Columbia River prompted fishery managers from Oregon and Washington to cancel the second sturgeon retention …