The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission’s Habitat Committee will meet virtually on Thursday, Dec. 4 to discuss proposed public land acquisitions as part of the Washington Department of Fish and ...

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) fishery managers today announced regulations for the state’s 2025-26 coastal steelhead season. Most major steelhead fishing areas are scheduled to be ...

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers confirmed today, razor clam digging opportunities at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, and Mocrocks beaches from Dec. 2 to 8.

A judge sentenced a Grays Harbor County resident for the spree-killing of at least five cow elk, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced today.

MyWDFW mobile app coming soonThe Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced today that its new digital licensing app, MyWDFW, will be launching soon in alignment with the 2026 license ...

We invite you to participate in our rule-making process. WDFW is actively considering the rule-making proceedings listed below. Chapter 220-111 WAC provides procedures for inspecting or requesting ...

Smelt fishing is closed under permanent regulations. The southern distinct population segment of (DPS) of eulachon, commonly known as “Columbia River smelt,” supports a popular recreational dip-net ...

Marine Area 6 is located between Low Point to the west and Point Partridge and Point Wilson to the east, primarily within the Strait of Juan de Fuca and to the west side of Whidbey Island. Excellent ...

Each year, state, federal and tribal fishery managers gather to plan the Northwest's recreational and commercial salmon fisheries. This series of meetings – involving representatives from federal, ...

Fishing & Shellfishing Places to go fishing Marine Areas Marine Area 11 - Tacoma-Vashon Island ...

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