ODFW Report, Jan. 10

New salmon, steelhead, sturgeon endorsement – Beginning Jan. 1, 2014 anglers fishing for salmon, steelhead or sturgeon in the Columbia River and its tributaries will be required to have a Columbia River Basin endorsement. See a map of the Basin and get more information.  Report your tags—even if you didn’t hunt or weren’t successful – Hunters are required to report on every deer, elk, cougar, bear, pronghorn and turkey tag purchased. Hunters who fail to report their 2013 deer and elk tags by the deadline (Jan. 31, 2014 for most hunts) will have to pay a $25 penalty fee to purchase a 2015 hunting license. Report online or call 1-866-947-ODFW (6339).  Winter Steelhead – Rain is in the forecast, so expect winter steelhead fishing to start picking up. Not sure where to go? Check out the 2014 Winter Steelhead Guide.  2014 hunting, fishing licenses needed as of Jan. 1 – Don’t forget to pick up a 2014 license to fish or hunt as of Jan. 1.  Hunting workshops in Monmouth and Maupin this Jan. and Feb. – ODFW’s workshops are perfect for beginners because we provide all the gear. Workshops are Jan. 18 in Monmouth, Jan. 25 in Maupin, Feb. 22 and 23 in Monmouth. Flight’s End at Sauvie Island opens to hunting – Waterfowl hunters can use this former private duck hunting club as of Jan. 1, 2014. Take a bird hunting trip – and take advantage of increased possession limits – Possession limits were increased to 3X the daily bag limit for all migratory birds, so it’s a great time to go hunt in a new area.  Keep your dog safe this trapping season – Trapping seasons are underway. Keep your dog safe with these tips.