Tillamook Chapter-CCA Oregon

08/27/2026

"The Last 100 Miles"
A film dedicated to the Deshutes River of Oregon and its decline.
Full of good information, serious science and common sense.
Take the time to watch it!

The Last 100 Miles: The Fight for the Deschutes River is a document...

08/13/2026

Should be afun sale with lots of treasures!

08/06/2026

Time is Running Out: 7 Million Smolts at Stake

Dear CCA Oregon Members,
I am writing you to emphasize the importance of your involvement to help save $2.3 million in funding for 7 million salmon smolts that are part of the SAFE program.

Recently we sent out a notice from our Voter Voice platform. If I’m being honest, the response was disappointing. Thank you to those who hit the link and made your voice heard. If, for whatever reason, you did not respond here’s another opportunity. Let’s all make our voices heard!

Recently I spoke with Dr. Debbie Colbert, the Director for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, about the importance of responding to the federal government’s apparent plan to abandon those 7 million salmon smolts. There was urgency, disbelief and frustration in her message.

“What happens to those seven million fish?” Colbert asked. “The Pacific Northwest can’t afford to lose this program. It’s too important, and it’s been shown to work. We can’t not have that program.”

To keep the issue front and center, Colbert and the ODFW launched a “Doomsday Clock” that will count down the days until those 7 million salmon smolts are lost if funding isn’t restored. It’s a powerful visual because it reflects reality.“There’s no getting those fish back, so it really truly is a countdown," Colbert said. “People need to understand that you can’t just kick this can down the road.”

She’s absolutely right. Which is why I’m urging everyone who receives this email to click on the link below and respond to https://www.bpakillsfishing.com/or read the attached flyer and scan the CCA QR code.

As you’ll see, the ODFW provided three codes. Let’s show BPA and the ODFW our political clout and set the tone for the other organizations. In other words, let’s flood BPA with emails from CCA Oregon.

As Dr. Colbert points out, the 7 million smolts are too important to ignore. It’s as simple as that. And to save them it’s as simple as clicking on the link at https://www.bpakillsfishing.com/and submitting your comments.

Sincerely,
Pat Hoglund
CCA Oregon Executive Director
COASTAL CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION OREGON

07/25/2026

We’re seeing a few nice images that have been entered into the July Photo Contest sponsored by Lamiglas Rods, but we’re hoping to see more. Which is your cue to enter your photo to win a Lamiglas rod valued up to $250.00.

Don’t be shy. Now’s the time to hit the link below to enter your photo. Hit the link, upload your photo and let the judges decide.

CCA Oregon protects and enhances Oregon’s fisheries through advocacy, habitat projects, hatchery support, and member-driven action for recreational anglers statewide.

06/05/2026

Columbia River Spring Chinook Management:
Director Colbert wanted 80/20 split, but Washington would not move off its 70/30 split. As a result, 10% will again go unallocated this year. The states did agree to move 5% of the recreational allocation above Bonneville Dam – 3% in the Zone 6 fishery and 2% in the Snake.

Dam counts are low for spring Chinook and the summer Chinook forecast is also down. The troll fishery has caught 13,000 offshore so far.

CCA Oregon will continue to push for compliance with Washington with the goal of 80/20 split.

North of Falcon Recap: Pacific Fisheries Management Council (PFMC) approved a good Oregon ocean season for Chinook and coho. ODFW was a good advocate for Chinook fishery. 37,000 Chinook quota for trollers. Puget Sound a disaster cut by 50-60%. Columbia River fall fisheries will be similar to 2025.

You can find the 2026 ocean seasons here:https://www.dfw.state.or.us/mrp/salmon/Regulations/docs/2026_Ocean_Sport_Salmon_Map.pdf

PMFC Oregon At Large Seat: Governor Kotek’s recommendation letter to NOAA has gone out. She ranks Jeff Lackey #1 Steve Smith #2 and Walter Chuck #3. We have sent a letter of support for Steve Smith signed on by several other groups. There is no recreational angler on the PMFC currently; Steve Smith would change that if appointed.

Pacific Salmon Treaty Update: The PST expires in 2027. Our hope would be to bring attention to the inequity, lack of conservation and need for harvest reduction by Alaska and Canada. US delegation meets in August. CCA Oregon plans to raise visibility of the issues and have the Commission or ODFW send a letter to the treaty delegation.

ODFW Budget Formulation: We are in the final year of the current budget. ODFW is having meetings regarding the next budget. No license fee increases suggested. Governor approval is needed. This past year we got $20 million approved for hatcheries but are expecting $40 million this cycle to address the backlog.

Initiative Petion 28: They have gathered 100,000 signatures need 117,000 by July 2nd. It will make the ballot but not likely to pass. Polling shows it is overwhelming opposed. Assuming this makes the ballot, CCA Oregon will come out with strong language opposing IP28.

Pat Hoglund
CCA Oregon Executive Director
P.O. Box 1815
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
Cell: 503-702-1868

05/19/2026

Tillamook Chapter of CCA Oregon will be holding its monthly meeting this Thursday May 21st at 6:30 PM at the ODFW Offices on 3rd St in Tillamook.
This will be the last meeting for Spring before the Summer Break. Monthly meetings will resume again in September.
Come listen to Jack Smith discuss recent Oregon GRC issues and what's coming down the pike!
Robert Bradley will discuss NOAA Fisheries announcing a call for nominations for the Sport Fishing and Boating Partnership Council (Council), a Federal Advisory Committee.
I will have CCA Oregon Tillamook Chapter hats for sale in 4 colors!

04/27/2026

CCA Oregon Tillamook Chapter Embroidered Hats for Sale!
Get yours, they are going fast. We have 4 colors and styles, Gray, Red, Navy and Navy Camo $20 Contact Jerry if you want one!

04/20/2026

Reminder! This Saturday, 9AM-2PM BBQ lunch provided. Auctions and Raffles. Bring grandma & the kids!

04/13/2026

Monthly Tillamook Chapter Meeting for April

Where: ODFW Offices in Tillamook on 3rd St
When: Thursday 4/16 at 6:30PM

Come listen to what is going on with us! Bring a buddy!
Robert Bradley ODFW Fish Biologist will discuss preliminary details on the Chinook and Coho projections for the North Coast and Tillamook Bay.

Jerry Massey
Tillamook Chapter President

04/13/2026

Saturday night is about having a good time and celebrating our achievements! Hope you can make it!