Wildfires

Oregon reduces tags for four controlled deer hunts
Hunts #148, #152B, #175 and #175R impacted by change

Pacific Southwest California National Forests are closed due to wildfires
Closure will be in effect Aug. 31 through Sept. 17

Crater Ridge fire prompts closures to several hunting areas
Elk Hunt Areas 38 and 39, Deer Hunt Area 25 and Moose Hunt Area 1 all impacted

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is a benefit for wildlife
Funds will be used for reforestation, habitat and other conservation projects

Wildfires burn over 700 acres in eastern Nevada
Prime mule deer habitat burns as a result

Megafire hits California
State’s largest wildfire merges with another, spreading to over 190,000 acres

Colorado elk herds stable following Cameron Peak wildfire
CPW says Larimer County herds still made it to their wintering ground

Refunds available for Colorado hunters
Wildfires impact hunts on 18 Game Management Units

Regulation change could refund hunters for lost hunts
California would reimburse 2020 fees, reinstate preference points for elk and antelope hunts

Hunters warned of possible dangers due to Oregon wildfires
Anyone hunting in Oregon should keep up-to-date on current closure and access information