Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission to meet June 11 to 13 in Olympia

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission will hold a hybrid meeting in Olympia from June 11 to 13 to consider proposed land transactions ...
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WDFW plans controlled burns on wildlife areas in South Puget Sound region

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will conduct prescribed burns to restore prairie habitat on three units of the Scatter Creek ...
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All-depth halibut fishing in Marine Area 1 (Ilwaco) is expected to open for six additional days in June; and modification to 20 fathom line rule in Marine Area 4 (Neah Bay)

All-depth halibut fishing in Marine Area 1 (Ilwaco) is expected to open for six additional days on June 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, and 23; and a ...
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WDFW seeks public input on roads in south central Washington wildlife areas

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will host two in-person public meetings in Kittitas and Yakima counties to gather ...
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2025 Riparian Management Zones Map: A User Guide for Local Governments from WDFW’s Priority Habitats and Species Program

Riparian areas occupy the transition zone that begins at the stream’s edge and extends upland. These areas provide habitat to an estimated 85% of ...
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Washington commercial Dungeness crab season will kick off Dec. 31 or Jan. 4 along the coast, depending on area

OLYMPIA — Washington’s coastal commercial Dungeness crab season will open Dec. 31 from Klipsan Beach on the Long Beach Peninsula south to Cape Falcon ...
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Keep orcas in the game: Boaters must stay 1,000 yards from endangered Southern Resident killer whales

OLYMPIA – With Memorial Day around the corner and the World Cup arriving in Seattle in June, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) reminds boaters to follow the law and protect ...
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Marine Area 12 - Hood Canal

Marine Area 12 (Hood Canal) encompasses all waters south of the Hood Canal Bridge. These waters provide fishing opportunities for migratory salmon via numerous small boat and shoreline access sites.
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Potlatch State Park/Potlatch DNR

WDFW shellfish seasons indicate the specific times of year when harvesting is permitted. Before heading to the beach, please also check the Department of Health (DOH) information below which is ...
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Eligibility requirements for disability status

Photo by WDFW The Washington State Legislature and Fish and Wildlife Commission established eligibility requirements stated below. Having WDFW disability status will provide access to programs, ...
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Disabled hunter road access entry program

The Road Access Entry Program Pamphlet provides information about access to hunters with lower extremity mobility disabilities into areas with fewer barriers and vehicle distraction. Download the 2026 ...