Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

WDFW offices closed September 7
Due to state budget reductions, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) offices will be closed Tuesday, September 7, and employees will be on temporary layoff status. Service will resume on regular business hours, Wednesday, September 8. See full story >>

RECREATIONAL CRAB FISHING

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Most of Puget Sound closing to crabbing; summer catch reports due by Oct. 10
Recreational crab fishing will close for a catch assessment in most areas of Puget Sound at sunset on Labor Day, with summer catch reports due by Oct. 10.

•	Report your catch online
•	Dungeness Crab Catch Record Card Information

LIVING WITH WILDLIFE

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WDFW offers safety tips as bear sightings increase
With temperatures rising, hungry black bears have emerged from their dens and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is reminding citizens that they can do their part to avoid problems with the animals.

•	Preventing Conflict with Bears
•	Crossing Paths News Notes
•	Karelian Bear Dog Program

PRIORITY HABITATS AND SPECIES (PHS)

Landscape Planning PHS Guidance Document

Landscape Planning for Washington’s Wildlife: Managing for Biodiversity in Developing Areas

LATEST NEWS

•	Steelhead fishing begins tomorrow (Sept. 4) on Hanford Reach; more fisheries opening soon upriver
•	WDFW accepting comments through Oct. 2 on 2011-12 sportfishing rule proposals
•	Nominations sought for North Pacific Research Board
•	Fish and wildlife roundtable Sept. 8 in Brewster
•	Draft Management Objectives and Alternatives for Marine Fish in Marine Area 4B now available online
•	Text a tip on fish and wildlife violations
•	More WDFW News

RECREATIONAL SALMON FISHING

When and Where to Fish for Salmon
Figuring out when and where to fish for salmon is one of the most asked questions for beginning salmon anglers.

•	Know the 5 species of salmon and how to identify them
•	How salmon seasons are set

WILDLIFE AREAS

Washington's Wildlife Areas are diverse in habitat and species, offering many opportunities for wildlife viewing, hunting, fishing, hiking and camping. With more than 150 different areas to choose from, the choices for activities are abundant. Some areas are closer than you think.

•	Search for Wildlife Areas:
•	Protect wildlife lands by following fire cautions
•	You will need a Vehicle Use Permit to access WDFW Wildlife Areas
•	Find a Water Access Site

I WANT TO...

•	Purchase a hunting or fishing license
•	Report a violation or dangerous wildlife complaint
•	Purchase a Special Permit Hunt Application
•	Apply for an Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA)
•	Submit my Hunter Report
•	Purchase a Vehicle Use Permit
•	Join the WDFW Mailing Lists

The Weekender Report
The latest in fish and wildlife recreational opportunities across Washington State.

I AM LOOKING FOR...

•	Fishing Seasons and Regulations
•	Hunting Seasons and Regulations
•	WildWatch Cams
•	Accessibility Information
•	Hunter Education
•	Wildlife Areas
•	Water Access Sites
•	Regional Offices
•	WDFW Publications

Wildlife License Plates
Help Support Wildlife Activities in Washington

FEATURES

•	Public Clam & Oyster Beaches
•	Species and Ecosystem Research
•	Regional Fisheries Enhancement Groups
•	WDFW Public Event Calendar
•	Washington's Comprehensive Wildlife Conservation Strategy
•	WDFW Image Gallery

Accessing Washington's Outdoors (ADA)