2010 Reishus ODFW Proposed Revisions Golden Gardens Dog Training

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Summary of proposed new rules: Recreational and commercial doe/raptor training: Proposed new rules will: • Remove prohibition on dog and raptor training April -July in game bird nesting habitat or productive wildlife habitat. • Clarify the rules do not apply to activities involving non - hunting dogs or inanimate devices (i.e. bumpers or bird wings). • Will require a dog or raptor training permit if domestically raised wildlife is released • Revised rules will permit a limited number of domestically- raised birds to be released per dog being trained. • ODFW would also authorize take of domestically- raised wildlife through these permits. • Permits would be available online from ODFW website. Competitive hunting dog trails (regulated by OAR Division 46) Proposed new rules will: • Require all organizations to obtain a free permit to host a competitive trial (currently permit only required April 1 -Aug. 14) • Require application 10 business days prior to trial (currently 2 weeks before trial). • Clarify that privately- raised game birds may be taken (not just used, which is unclear) during trials and training with a permit from ODFW Both hunting dog trials and dog training Proposed new rules will: • Clarify what species of wildlife are permitted to be released during trials and training. • Clarify when a hunting license is required. • Clarify that no wildlife may be taken outside of hunting seasons without a permit. • Restate that no person engaged in competitive shooting may use a live bird as a target. • States there is no fee for trial or training permits. Frequently Asked Questions Please note: statutes are state law and can only be modified by the Oregon Legislature. Are domestically raised game birds considered wildlife? o Yes, state statute defines game birds by taxonomic family and the term wildlife includes all game birds (grouse, pheasants, wild turkey, partridges, quail, doves, band - tailed pigeon, snipe, ducks, geese and coots). There is no distinction between domestically- raised game birds and wild -born game birds. Why is a permit needed to release wildlife for dog training? o State statute requires a permit be obtained from ODFW prior to the release of any domestically raised or imported wildlife. Because this is state statute, ODFW does not have the authority to modify or waive the requirement.