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Forest

Landowner Preference Program (LOP)

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Program level:

State

Provider:

Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW)

Benefits provided: 

Marketing/Recognition

Land use:

Agriculture, Forest

Water-focused program: 

No

Get licensing to allow private hunting on your lands as an acknowledgement of wildlife conservation efforts.

Overview

Description:

The Landowner Preference Program (LOP) was established to acknowledge the contribution of private lands to support wildlife and provide a form of compensation to landowners for resources used by wildlife. Tags are available to landowners, family members, and others designated by the landowner based on the acreage owned. Pronghorn hunts are only available to landowners and family members. Recipients of LOP tags may only hunt on the property for which they are registered.

Eligibility:

A person holding title in trust or fee simple to 40 or more contiguous acres of land, provided that a recorded deed or contract of ownership is on file in the county in which the land is located

Financial benefit: 

N/A

Contact information

Information last updated on July 15, 2025.

Planning Importance

Developing a forest, agricultural, or conservation plan helps identify and prioritize objectives for landowners. These objectives can determine what type programs to search for. Supporting organizations in your area often provide free consultation and planning.

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