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SEASON SETTING

2012 - 2013 Sportfishing Rule
Changes Available Now!

•	Download the 2012-2013 Sportfishing Rule Changes

NORTH OF FALCON 2012
	Anglers, commercial fishers and others interested in Washington state salmon fisheries can get a preview of this year's salmon returns and potential fishing seasons during a public meeting here Feb. 28. Learn more >>

RECREATIONAL RAZOR CLAMMING

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WDFW approves evening razor-clam dig for Feb. 18-19, starts planning morning digs
The last evening razor-clam dig of the season will take place Feb. 18-19 on three ocean beaches. After that, clam diggers can look forward to a series of digs on morning tides.

•	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 Grayland (Twin Harbors) • City of Long Beach • City of Copalis Beach • City of Moclips (Mocrocks Beach)

RECREATIONAL SQUID FISHING

Looking for a healthy choice? Squid, or calamari, is lower in fat and calories than many other protein sources and is beautifully versatile. It can be used for appetizers, soups, salads or main dishes. The best times to catch squid running is from late summer though winter.
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•	Find a public pier or dock for squidding near you
•	Latest squid reports

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. You will find many useful tools on this website to help you decide when and where to go.

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

2011-2012 Fishing in Washington Rules Pamphlet

2011-2012 Sport Fishing
Regulation Pamphlet

•	Download 2011 Rule Pamphlet
•	Search emergency rule updates

FISHING RULE UPDATES

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REPORT YOUR CATCH

•	Catch Record Card Questions & Answers
•	Voluntary Salmon Angler Trip Reports
Online Puget Sound Crab Reporting

LATEST NEWS

•	WDFW approves evening razor-clam dig for Feb. 18-19, starts planning morning digs
•	Public meeting on salmon forecast kicks off season-setting process
•	Columbia River fishing seasons set for spring chinook, sturgeon
•	Learn about plans for northern pike at meetings scheduled Feb. 15-16
•	Commission adopts new sportfishing rules, increases multiple-season hunting permits
•	Fishing in rivers around Puget Sound to close due to low wild steelhead returns
•	WDFW will enlist anglers, new website in pending battle against voracious pike

WHERE TO GO

•	Go fresh, go local — go fishing!
•	Fishing Prospects
•	Water Access Sites
•	Weekly Catchable Trout Stocking Reports
•	Shellfishing Beach Maps and Regulations
•	Public Fishing Piers of Puget Sound
•	Puget Sound Sport Crab Fishing
•	Boat Launch Sites
•	Accessing Washington's Outdoors

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

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•	Sport Fishing Regulations and Seasons
•	WDFW Rule Making Activities
•	2012-2013 Sportfishing Rule Change Proposals
•	Columbia River Returns and Forecasts
•	Washington's Offical Boating Portal - boat.wa.gov
•	Creel Reports and Harvest Reports
•	Washington and Oregon Tide Charts
•	WDFW Wildlife Areas & Water Access Points

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FEATURES

•	Economic Analysis of the Non-Treaty Commercial and Recreational Fisheries in Washington State
•	Report Derelict Fish Gear Online