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Oregon Conservation Programs

Landowner Preference Program (LOP)

Program level:

State

Land use:

Agriculture, forest

Provider:

Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW)

Benefits provided: 

Marketing

Water-focused program: 

No

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.

Overview

Description:

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: 

No

Contact information

Contact person: 

ODFW License Service

Organization:

Phone number: 

503-947-6101

Email: 

Information last updated on July 1, 2022.

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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