1MONTHLY FIELD REVIEWMONTHLY FIELD REVIEW JUNE 2020JUNE 2020

OREGON STATE POLICEFISH & WILDLIFE DIVISION

CONTENTF&W Division 2019 Team of the Year ....................................................................... 3General Law & Rescues ......................................................................................... 4-5Administration and Enforcement of Wildlife Laws ................................................ 6-7Marine Fisheries Team .......................................................................................... 8-9Shellfish and Angling ......................................................................................... 10-11Case Disposition ..................................................................................................... 12Turn in Poachers ..................................................................................................... 13F&W Recruitment ................................................................................................... 14

On the cover:OSP Marine Fisheries Team on patrol with US Coast Guard Station Yaquina Bay. (See more on page 8)

F&W DIVISION 2019 TEAM OF THE YEAR

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Join us in Congratulating the Mid-Valley Team as OSP’s F&W Division 2019 Team of the Year

OSP Fish and Wildlife Division is happy to announce the Mid-Valley Team as this year’s recipient of the 2019 Fish & Wildlife Division Team of the Year.

The Mid-Valley Team was nominated for their exceptional work in 2019, which included everything from successful Wildlife Enforcement Decoy (WED) operations to investigations culminating in search warrants. The Mid-Valley Team is comprised of members from Albany and Salem and is led by Sergeant Halsey – who also supervised the team in 2015 when they were previously honored as the Division team of the Year.

The Mid-Valley team members stationed in Albany are Senior Trooper Andrews, Senior Trooper Kenyon, and Trooper Cochran; and Mid-Valley team members stationed in Salem are Senior Trooper Boeholt, Senior Trooper Clement, and Senior Trooper Hunter.

The nomination of the Mid-Valley Team specifically mentioned their teamwork and described them as a selfless group of highly motivated Troopers with outstanding work ethic. They have done an excellent job of fish and wildlife enforcement this past year and are very deserving of the award. The team is tenured and experienced, and their willingness to help others, including those outside of their assignment within the Northwest Region was specifically noted during the selection process.

Join us in congratulating the OSP Fish & Wildlife Mid-Valley Team for all their hard work and dedication. They are an outstanding representative of this award, the Division, and the Oregon State Police.

The team was presented the award at the Albany Patrol Office in front of OSP and ODFW staff.

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GENERAL LAW & RESCUES

Fish and Wildlife Trooper Coordinates the Rescue of Three Young Red-Tailed Hawks

A Fish and Wildlife Trooper received a report of three very young Red-Tailed Hawks, which had apparently been blown from their nest during a wind storm. A Quail Valley Ranch Assistant Manager located the young hawks upon the ranch, which is located south of Prineville, and contacted the Trooper. Without knowing what exactly was needed to ensure the best chance for survival of the hawks, the Trooper contacted biologists at Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) in Prineville. ODFW contacted raptor rehabilitators in Central Oregon, including Wild Wings Raptor Rehabilitation of Central Oregon, who provided guidance consisting of elevating the young hawks up and off the ground. The Trooper was provided with these recommendations and while responding to the location where the hawks were located, he drove past a construction site and stopped to inquire about the possibility of

assistance with creating a nesting box. Without hesitation, the construction crew, which was part of a Crook County Pahlisch Homes Inc. project, quickly went to work using nail guns and boards to fabricate the nesting box. The crew also provided fasteners to attach the nesting box to the tree from which the nest was likely dislodged. With the assistance of the Quail Valley Ranch Assistant Manager, the Trooper was able to attach the fabricated nesting box to the tree and placed the young hawks within, all while the parent hawks circled overhead. Shortly after the box was placed back in the tree, the parent hawks were observed landing in the same tree.

About a week later the Trooper traveled back to the area and was pleased to observe the Red-Tailed Hawks still using the fabricated nesting box.

Attempted Sale of Wild Duckling - SutherlinA Fish and Wildlife Sergeant received information that a subject was selling a wild duckling on Facebook in Sutherlin. After receiving copies of the page and related text messages he contacted the subject at her residence. She was educated on the illegal sale/possession of wildlife and warned. The duckling was seized and released to a local wildlife rehabilitator.

Owl Rescued After Being Struck by Vehicle A Central Point Fish and Wildlife Trooper was dispatched to a residence in the Trail area. The reporting party had struck a Great Horned owl with her car the evening earlier and had injured it. She requested OSP possibly transport the injured owl to a rehabilitator. The owl was taken to Wildlife Images where the prognosis for recovery is good.

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GENERAL LAW & RESCUESCrow Rescued from Captivity A Coos Bay Fish and Wildlife Trooper investigated a crow in captivity. The juvenile crow’s parent was killed by the resident’s dog, and it was unable to take care of itself. The concerned citizens reached out to Umpqua Wildlife Rescue, and were advised they would have to transport the crow to Roseburg, which they were not willing to do. They had the bird in captivity for about two weeks. They reported it recently learned how to fly and feed itself. Crows are protected under the Migratory Bird Act of 1918. Only facilities that possess federal permits to hold crows for educational purposes or research are allowed to keep crows in captivity. The bird was released nearby, and the citizens were warned for Unlawful Possession of a Crow.

Distraction Leads to Rollover Crash

A Burns Fish and Wildlife Trooper responded to a single vehicle roll over crash where the driver veered off the road after looking over to assist the passenger with leaning his seat back. The driver overcorrected and lost control of the vehicle and it rolled into the sagebrush. The passenger had unbuckled his seat belt at the time of the crash and had a broken nose and facial lacerations. Both occupants were transported to the hospital for evaluation and later released. The driver and passenger were each issued a warning.

Subject Cited for Criminal Mischief IIPortland Fish and Wildlife Troopers assisted with an interview and citation issuance in their area. An Albany Fish and Wildlife Trooper had probable cause to believe that a subject who was turkey hunting in Monroe committed the crime of Criminal Mischief II when he discharged his shotgun next to a residence, striking three vehicles and a house. After an interview the subject was issued a criminal citation for Criminal Mischief II.

Trooper Assists on ATV Crash ResponseA Fish and Wildlife Trooper transported and assisted paramedics with an ATV crash in a remote area of Wickiup Reservoir. The victim had a broken femur and was found to be in severe pain. The subject was transported by boat to an Air Life helicopter and then to St. Charles in Bend for treatment. Criminal Trespass - Heppner AreaA Fish and Wildlife Trooper located a subject in the Heppner area who was observed damaging private property near a creek bed. The subject admitted to the trespass and was cited and released for Criminal Trespass II at the request of the landowner.

Subject Arrested on 19-Year-Old Felony Warrant A St. Helens Fish and Wildlife Trooper conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle and found that the driver had a 19-year-old felony warrant for her arrest out of Clark County, WA. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Columbia County Jail.

Black Bear Relocated from Klamath Falls A Fish and Wildlife Sergeant responded to a call from the Klamath County Sheriff ’s Office (KSCO) about a black bear located walking around the suburbs of Klamath Falls. ODFW was contacted and responded to the area of Summers Lane and Sumac Court as well. With the assistance from several KCSO Deputies, ODFW was successful in tranquilizing the animal and relocating it out of town.

Dump Sites Cleaned Up - GDRC/Keno Unit Klamath Falls Fish and Wildlife Troopers participated in a cleanup day hosted by Oregon Hunters Association (OHA). Other volunteers were present. The group of about 25-30 spent the morning patrolling Green Diamond Resource Company (GDRC) lands in the Keno Unit for trash. Troopers had spent the previous year identifying dump sites, and provided maps marked with problem areas and a list of GPS locations for specific dump sites. Approximately two, 20-yard dumpsters were filled along with dozens of tires.

ADMINISTRATION & ENFORCEMENT OF WILDLIFE LAWS

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ATV Patrol - Northside Unit John Day Fish and Wildlife Troopers conducted an ATV patrol in the Northside Unit in the Camp Creek drainage. They identified several locations of resource/habitat damage occurring by OHV’s which were documented and forwarded to the USFS law enforcement.

Subjects Charged for Lend/Borrow Big Game Tag Albany Fish and Wildlife Troopers contacted a Coburg man in regards to information indicating he had killed a buck deer during the 2019 deer season and never validated his tag. During the interview the suspect was deceptive before eventually admitting he killed the deer and had another hunter validate their tag. The deer and gun used during the crime were seized as evidence. The suspect was issued criminal citations for Take/Possession Buck Deer, Fail to Immediately Validate Big Game Tag, and Lend/Borrow/Sell Big Game Tag. The co-conspirator was issued a criminal citation for Lend/Borrow/Sell Big Game Tag.

TIP Leads to Unlawful Take and Waste Charges In the spring of 2020, a citizen contacted the OSP Fish and Wildlife Division’s TIP line with information regarding a trophy class mule deer buck that may have been poached during closed season in the Vale, OR area. A Fish and Wildlife Sergeant received the initial report and forwarded the case to East Central Fish and Wildlife Team members for further investigation. The investigation identified an adult male suspect and Troopers attempted to locate him. Recently a Fish and Wildlife Sergeant was returning from a Magone Lake patrol and conducted a traffic stop on a black Jeep Cherokee for several traffic violations. Unbeknownst to the Sergeant, the driver was the male suspect who had recently moved to Spray, OR. Upon completion of the traffic stop the suspect was interviewed and ultimately confessed to shooting the buck on private property in the Beulah unit in November, 2019 with his bow. The buck crossed onto an adjacent property that the suspect did not have permission to be on and died. The suspect trespassed the following morning to get the buck and stated coyotes had gotten to it so he only retrieved the head and hid it in a horse trailer on another family member’s property. The suspect gave consent to retrieve the buck head and troopers met the suspect at the property and recovered the trophy class 5x5 skull and antlers. The suspect also turned in his bow to troopers. The suspect was initially charged with Unlawful Take Buck Deer and Waste of Game Mammal and may face additional charges.

ADMINISTRATION & ENFORCEMENT OF WILDLIFE LAWS

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Deer Antlers Observed in Vehicle

Salem Fish and Wildlife Troopers completed an investigation on a vehicle that had been seen in the Santiam Rest Area off of I-5 for several weeks. In plain view in the back window of the car was a set of 3x3 deer antlers still attached to the skull plate. A female subject was located, interviewed and told the Troopers the antlers were hers and claimed she had found them in Montana. The antlers were seized and she was warned for Unlawful Possession of Game Parts.

Deer Meat Recovered, Donated

A Springfield Fish and Wildlife Trooper received information of an individual walking down their driveway in west Eugene when a deer got spooked and ran directly into their fence. The deer reportedly died almost instantly, most likely from a broken neck. Ultimately, the deer was processed down to quarters, back strap, and tender loins and put on ice. The Trooper interviewed persons involved, inspected the deer, and ultimately recovered it. The deer was able to be donated through the Helping Hands Pantry in Marcola to a family in need. Part of the deer meat was retained for Fish and Wildlife K-9 training.

Two Fawns Kept Illegally On two consecutive days, Gold Beach Fish and Wildlife Troopers responded to two separate instances of subjects who were caring for a fawn deer at their residences. In both instances the involved parties thought that the fawns were abandoned so they decided to take matters into their own hands instead of contacting authorities. Both fawns were seized. The involved parties were warned and educated on the consequences of their actions.

Intoxicated Subject Shoots Deer A Gold Beach Fish and Wildlife Trooper was called out to a report of a subject who had reportedly shot at a deer in his front yard just before dark near Bandon. OSP Patrol Troopers were on scene talking to the subject and looking for the deer. The intoxicated subject admitted to shooting at something in his yard but changed his story multiple times between it being a deer or being a cougar. The subject had cameras around his property and agreed to provide video of incident. No deer or blood was located while the Troopers were on scene. During the night the subject threatened his neighbors, fired his firearm repeatedly and was arrested by a Coos County Deputy for Menacing. The Fish and Wildlife Trooper was notified by neighbors that they had located a dead deer in the area. Troopers responded and located a doe deer that had been shot at least twice. The time of death and location matches with the report of the same subject. The charges for Reckless Endangering and Taking Deer Closed Season were forwarded to the Coos County District Attorney for consideration to supplement the deputies menacing charges.

Citizen TIP Leads to Multiple Charges

Baker City Fish and Wildlife Troopers completed a lengthy investigation involving a subject who killed a large 4 x 4 mule deer buck during closed season in November, 2019. The case would not have been made if it were not for concerned citizens providing information regarding the incident. The following charges were referred to the Baker County District Attorney’s office for consideration.

Suspect #1:

• Taking Buck Mule Deer Closed Season • Felon in Possession of a Firearm (4 counts)• Firearm Transfer by Unlicensed Person (2 counts)

Suspect #2:

• Felon in Possession of a Firearm

Suspect #3:

• Felon in Possession of a Firearm • Firearm Transfer by Unlicensed Person

MARINE FISHERIES TEAM

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OSP/USCG Joint Halibut Patrol

OSP Marine Fisheries Team (MFT) partnered with US Coast Guard (USCG) Station Yaquina Bay to conduct ocean patrols out of Newport for the all depth halibut season and commercial salmon troll season. While catch rates were low, there was a lot of pressure. Multiple sport and commercial vessels were boarded. The following citations were issued: Fail to Validate Harvest Tag (3), No Harvest Tag, No Angling License. One halibut was seized and donated to the Newport Senior Center.

Nearshore Halibut Patrol MFT Troopers conducted a boat patrol in the Pacific Ocean out of Garibaldi focusing on nearshore Halibut and marine fish. During the patrol multiple anglers were contacted and various warnings were issued for Failing to Immediately Validate Harvest Card: Halibut and Improper Validation of Harvest Card: Halibut.

Late Night Crab Patrols - Newport Area Fish and Wildlife Troopers conducted late night crab patrols in Yaquina and Alsea Bays. Numerous contacts were made as well as multiple warnings given for Unlawful Possession of Undersized Dungeness Crab. One group in Yaquina Bay was found to have 15 undersized and female crab. That group was cited for Unlawful Possession of Undersized Dungeness Crab and warned for Unlawful Possession of Female Crab. Another group in Alsea Bay was observed for several hours and was eventually contacted and found to be in possession of 47 very small Dungeness male crab and 15 small female crab. The one adult and one juvenile in the group who had been participating in the crabbing did not possess an Oregon Shellfish License as required but the one adult did have a Washington shellfish license. Two other juveniles participating were under 12 and not required to have a license. The adult was cited for No Shellfish License, Possession of Female Dungeness Crab, and Possession of Undersized Dungeness Crab. All crab were returned to the bay.

Commercial Fisherman Fails to Maintain Records

An MFT Trooper concluded an investigation on a commercial fisherman/limited fish dealer who had failed to submit fish tickets, logbooks, monthly reports, or landing fees for the 2020 crab season. The skipper advised the Trooper he was waiting for ODFW to send him a fish ticket book and said he didn’t realize the fish tickets were required to be electronic. However, the Trooper and ODFW had advised this skipper last year that all fish tickets for crab must be submitted through the e-tickets system. The skipper was cited for Fail to Maintain Logbook: Dungeness Crab, Fail to Submit Fish Receiving Ticket, and Fail to Submit Monthly Landing and Fee Reports to ODFW. Multiple other warnings were issued as well. The skipper bought a computer and printer and caught up on logbooks, fish tickets, fees, and reports.

Crab Pots Stolen - Charleston

A Fish and Wildlife Trooper assisted Coos County Sheriff ’s Office (CCSO) with crab pot thefts in Charleston. A vehicle was spotted loading up derelict crab pots from multiple vessels in Charleston onto a flatbed trailer. Through various security cameras around the port and local businesses, the suspects were identified and interviewed. They had already taken the pots to the north coast and were advised to bring them back. Ultimately the pots were returned and CCSO is pursuing a theft case with the suspects.

MARINE FISHERIES TEAM

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MFT Trooper Joins USCG Halibut Patrol

A Fish and Wildlife Trooper worked a three-day patrol aboard the US Coast Guard Cutter Robert Ward during the commercial halibut fishery. The three-day patrol covered halibut fishing areas between Newport and the California border. Multiple fishing vessels were contacted with no violations observed. A fishing vessel was contacted off Coos Bay while the crew was pulling in a longline. There were eight halibut on the deck of the vessel which were below the 32-inch minimum size limit. The captain was interviewed, and he stated he was going to wait until they were done pulling in the longline and then measure the fish. Several of the undersized halibut had lower jaws ripped apart and all eight fish were dead. The captain was issued a citation for Unlawful Take/Possession of Undersized Halibut. The eight halibut were seized.

Seabird Avoidance and VMS Violations Marine Fisheries Team Troopers conducted a joint operation on board the Patrol Vessel Guardian with USCG boarding team from the USCG Cutter Alert. Troopers and Coastguard personnel focused enforcement efforts on the commercial halibut opener. Multiple contacts were made. Two vessels were found out of compliance with the new seabird avoidance rules when deploying gear to minimize impacts to Albatross. Another Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS) violation was detected for a vessel fishing without transmitting required VMS positioning. The cases were referred to NOAA for enforcement action.

118 Razor Clam Seized on Seaside Beach Patrol

A Fish and Wildlife Trooper conducted a plain clothes foot patrol on Seaside Beach. Eight citations were issued for Exceed The Daily Limit of Razor Clams, two citations were issued for Aid in a Wildlife Offense, and one citation was issued for Dig Clams For Another. A total of 118 razor clams were seized. Multiple warnings were also given.

Multiple Razor Clam Violations Observed An Astoria Fish and Wildlife Trooper contacted a clam digger on the beach who had 31 razor clams. A criminal citation was issued to the subject for Exceeding the Daily Bag Limit of Razor Clams. A second subject was contacted who had 34 razor clams and a criminal citation was also issued. Another subject was observed digging clams and placing some of them back in the hole and covering them with sand. The subject was contacted and admitted to burying two clams. The subject had a total of 18 clams. The female subject he was with had eight razor clams, but did not have a shellfish license. The male subject was issued a citation for Exceeding the Daily Bag Limit of Razor Clams and warned for Failure to Retain the First 15. The female subject was cited for No Resident Shellfish License. A total of 50 razor clams were seized and donated to charity.

SHELLFISH & ANGLING

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Crab Saturation Patrol - Newport Area

A Fish and Wildlife Trooper conducted a three-night focused saturation patrol concentrating on shellfish compliance in Yaquina Bay and Alsea Bay. In total, 197 crab were seized and returned back to their respective bays. The following offenses were observed and enforcement action was taken:

• No Non-Resident Angling License – 1 • No Resident Shellfish License – 1• No Valid Electronic Angling License or Tag in Possession – 5

• Take/Possession of Female Dungeness Crab – 9• Take/Possession of Undersized Dungeness Crab – 15 • Exceeding Daily Bag Limit of Crab – 1 • Aiding/Counseling in a Wildlife Offense – 3

Troopers Seize 62 Undersized Dungeness Crab

Newport Fish and Wildlife Troopers observed a male subject and his family keep a large amount of Dungeness crab off of the Port Docks in Alsea Bay. The male subject was seen placing the crab inside a cooler located on the dock. After a couple of hours of observing the subject retain crab, he carried the cooler off the dock toward his vehicle. The subject was contacted and it was determined he did not possess a non-resident shellfish license and was found to be in possession of 62 undersized Dungeness crab, 15 of which were female. The subject was cited and released for No Non-Resident Shellfish License, Take/Possession of Female Dungeness Crab, and Take/Possession of Undersized Dungeness crab. All 62 crab were seized and returned back to the bay from which they were taken.

Over Limit Razor Clam Concealed in Jacket

An Astoria Fish and Wildlife Sergeant observed two subjects digging razor clams and watched one of them dig an extra clam and put it in his coat pocket. Upon contact the subject denied having an extra clam which was clearly visible through the internal mesh of the pocket on his jacket. A records check of the subject found that he had been warned by the Sergeant for a clam violation several years prior. The subject was cited for Exceeding the Daily Bag Limit of Clams.

John Day River Float Fish and Wildlife Troopers embarked on a two night, 44 river mile enforcement float trip on the John Day River, from 30 mile to Cottonwood Park. During the trip, a complaint from a reputable guide/outfitter stated that subjects on private land above Clarno were hitting golf balls into their camp and into the river while they were at camp the previous week. The guide provided video to support this and follow up continues with locating the landowner. The float trip resulted in 45 boats inspected with a citation for No Angling License, and warnings for No Scenic Boat Pass.

SHELLFISH & ANGLING

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Multiple Citations Issued on Sturgeon Opener

The North Valley Fish and Wildlife team worked the second day of the 2-day Willamette Sturgeon opener with the assistance of the Clackamas County Sheriff ’s Office. Troopers and deputies contacted approximately 150 anglers and issued 30 warnings and nine citations for various violations including: No Resident Angling License, No Columbia Basin Endorsement, Angling with More Than One Rod for Sturgeon, Angling Closed Area (Willamette sturgeon sanctuary), Unlawful Take of Undersized Sturgeon, and Angling Prohibited Hours. One undersized sturgeon was seized to be donated to charity.

Compliance Noted on Shad Fishery Fish and Wildlife Troopers from The Dalles patrolled the ever popular Cascade Locks Shad Fishery. Over the two days Troopers issued two citations and multiple warnings to anglers for angling violations. One very positive observation was that during the two days, not a single snagged Shad or Sockeye Salmon was observed being kept. In previous years, this has been an issue. Active enforcement has led to much better compliance this year.

South Coast Ocean Boat Patrol

South Coast Fish and Wildlife Troopers performed an ocean boat patrol from Charleston to Bandon. Numerous rockfish and halibut anglers were contacted. During one contact, a subject stated that they only had one rockfish on board. The subject was quick to show the Troopers a Quillback Rockfish. The subject was hesitant to open the cooler back up once the Troopers were close enough to see inside. A consent search of the cooler revealed that the subject had also retained a Cabezon, which was closed for retention. The subject was issued a citation for Take/Possession of Marine Fish Closed Season. The fish was still alive so it was released. During another contact a subject was angling for rockfish and told the Troopers that he had one fish. When the Troopers asked what kind of fish he had, the subject was evasive in his answers. Investigation revealed that he had retained a 12 lb. Yelloweye Rockfish. He told the Troopers that he knew he wasn’t allowed to keep Yelloweye. The subject was issued a citation for Take/Possession of Marine Fish Closed Season. The fish was seized.

Drift Boat Patrol - Deschutes River

Fish and Wildlife Troopers conducted a drift boat patrol on the Deschutes River. During the patrol, the Troopers contacted over 40 anglers and checked 17 boater passes. Eight warnings were given for trespass, six warnings for littering (cigarette butts) and one warning for no boater’s pass. A group of anglers was also contacted during the patrol as they were gutting a 17-inch red band (rainbow) trout, which was oversized. The fish was seized and one of the men was cited for Unlawful Take of a Game Fish. Two other anglers were contacted as one of them was smoking marijuana and the other appeared to be using bait. A consent search of a nearby backpack yielded nine grams of heroin. One of the subjects stated the heroin was his and gave the Troopers a false name and date of birth. He was arrested and lodged at the Jefferson County Jail for Possession of Heroin and Giving False Information to Police.

CASE DISPOSITION

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Suspect Pleads Guilty for Using Deer Carcasses as Sight Bait for Traps - Columbia CountyCase summary:

A St. Helens Fish & Wildlife Trooper obtained a photo of a bait station with two deer carcasses as bait. He confirmed with a trail camera that a subject was working a trap line in the area. Troopers conducted surveillance of the area and watched as the suspect checked the bait and traps. Contact was made and subsequent to an interview, the suspect was criminally cited for Use of Game Mammal/Birds for Trap Bait, Use of Sight Bait for Carnivores Within 15 Feet of a Trap, and Unlawful Possession of Deer. The Troopers obtained the location of five more locations where the suspect was using unbranded traps with deer and ducks as sight bait directly above or near the traps. A consent search of his property, garage, and shop was also conducted. Two more deer hindquarters and other evidence was located. In addition to his criminal citations, the suspect was also warned for multiple offenses. Six traps, a game camera, deer parts, a duck, and a large buck deer skull were seized.

Disposition:

The suspect pleaded guilty to:

Counts 1 and 3 (Setting an Unbranded Trap)Counts 6 and 9 (Sight Bait Within 15 Feet of a Trap)Count 13 (Unlawful Possession of a Buck Deer Head)

The suspect was ordered to pay:

$300 fine on each count (total of $1,500)$500 to OHA TIP Fund$500 to Columbia County Chapter of OHA $1,000 to ODFW

The suspect received 24 months bench probation, which includes stipulations to obey all laws, 3-year hunting license suspension/revocation, 3-year fur takers license suspension/revocation, forfeit all property seized.

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TURN IN POACHERS5 Points-Bighorn Sheep5 Points-Rocky Mountain Goat5 Points-Moose5 Points-Wolf4 Points-Elk4 Points-Deer4 Points-Antelope4 Points-Bear4 Points-Cougar

$1,000 Bighorn Sheep $1,000 Rocky Mountain Goat$1,000 Moose$500 Elk, Deer & Antelope $300 Bear, Cougar & Wolf $300 Habitat Destruction $200 Illegally Obtaining License/Tags$200 Unlawful Lend/Borrow Big Game Tag(s)$100 Game Fish & Shellfish$100 Upland Birds, Waterfowl & Fur Bearers

PREFERENCE POINTS CASH REWARDS-OR-

The TIP program offers preference point rewards or cash rewards for information leading to an arrest or issuance of a citation for the unlawful take/possession or waste of big game mammals.

WHAT SHOULD I REPORT?- Nature of violation or activity observed or advised about- Location of activity (Road, Milepost, GPS, etc.)- Date and time of violation/activity- Description of any vehicle involved- Name and/or description of violator

Click here to access the TIP form

Oregon State Police work hand-in-hand with the Oregon Hunters Association and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife to ensure the preservation of wildlife resources.

1-800-452-7888 or *OSP(677) TIP@state.or.us

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