Phone numbers and links to land management agencies statewide are posted to the ODFW Web site to give hunters easy access to the information. The Web address is http://www.dfw.state.or.us/Fire/2003_fire_drought.htm .
Many general season bowhunters started their deer and elk hunts August 30. In addition, hunts are ongoing for cougar, bear and pronghorn.
ODFW does not close hunting seasons due to fire danger. However, hunters may need to hunt in a different area if their favorite hunting spot is the site of an active fire or a private landowner has closed access due to fire danger. Hunters also should be ready to walk on closed roads and have fire safety equipment in camp or in their vehicles.
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