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NORTH OF FALCON
Strong Columbia River chinook run highlights 2010 salmon forecasts
Forecasts for strong chinook salmon returns to the Columbia River this summer could lead to improved fishing in the river and Washington’s ocean waters.
• Federal panel adopts options for ocean salmon sport fisheries
• North of Falcon meeting schedule
RAZOR CLAMS
Spring razor-clam digs tentatively scheduled
Marking the start of the spring season, WDFW has tentatively scheduled razor-clam digs on ocean beaches late this month and again in mid-April.
• Ocean Shores Razor Clam Festival March 27
• How Recreational Razor Clam Seasons are Set
• How to Dig Razor Clams
• Try these delicious Razor Clam recipes
• Things to do, Places to Stay
• City of Copalis Beach
• City of Grayland (Twin Harbors)
• City of Long Beach
• City of Moclips (Mocrocks Beach)
• Kalaloch
WILDLIFE AREAS
Aspens in Waterworks Canyon at Oak Creek Wildlife Area 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.
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• Be careful with fire on public recreation lands
• You will need a Vehicle Use Permit to access WDFW Wildlife Areas
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COLUMBIA RIVER SEA LIONS

Learn more >>		 States resume efforts to remove predatory California sea lions below Bonneville Dam
Wildlife managers from Washington and Oregon have resumed efforts to remove California sea lions that prey on federally protected salmon and steelhead in the Columbia River.
 
   LATEST NEWS
• Public hearings planned on proposed hunting rules, special-permit process
• Commission approves triploid trout stocking plan
• WDFW seeks public comment on draft white-tailed deer plan
• WDFW plans public meeting in Tonasket on plan to restore Sinlahekin Wildlife Area
• Columbia River spring chinook season reflects extraordinary promise, caution
• Conservation drives fishing seasons for Columbia River white sturgeon
• Fish and Wildlife Commission modifies rockfish rule
• Spring black bear hunt applications due March 12
• WDFW seeks nominations for Enforcement Advisory Group
• More WDFW News
   FISHING REGULATIONS
• Sport Fishing Regulations & Emergency Rule Changes
The Weekender Report The Weekender Report
The latest in fish and wildlife recreational opportunities across Washington State.
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• New Special Permit Opportunities Proposed for 2010
• WDFW Rule Making Activities
• Recreational Fishing & Hunting License Information
• Wildlife Areas / Water Access Sites
• Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA)
• Hunter Education / Master Hunter Program
• WDFW State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Projects for Public Comment
Accessing Washington's Outdoors (ADA)
Accessing Washington's Outdoors (ADA)
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• 21st Century Salmon & Steelhead Initiative
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• Online Mapping Applications
• Economic Analysis of the Non-Treaty Commercial and Recreational Fisheries in Washington State
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• WDFW Image Gallery
• Washington's Comprehensive Wildlife Conservation Strategy
• Gray Wolf Conservation and Management

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