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2012-2013 Fishing in Washington Rules Pamphlet
2012-2013 Sport Fishing
Regulation Pamphlet
Download 2012 Rule Pamphlet
(rules effective May 1, 2012 - April 30, 2013)
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FISHING
Lowland Lakes Fishing Season Opens April 28th

Anglers enjoy big trout, nice weather on opening day of lowland lakes season
Good weather and big trout helped to boost catch rates on opening day of this year’s lowland lakes fishing season. Learn more >>

Fish Washington!
Lake Fishing in Washington
Trout Stocking Reports
Register now for June 7/9 fishing class for adults in Spokane

 


HALIBUT FISHING
2012 halibut seasons provide extra fishing days on Puget Sound
Sportfishing seasons for halibut will be four days longer in Puget Sound, and more fish will be available for harvest early in the season off the state’s southern coast under catch quotas for 2012 adopted by the International Pacific Halibut Commission. Learn more >>

RECREATIONAL SQUID FISHING
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
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

 

 
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Voluntary Salmon Angler Trip Reports
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   LATEST NEWS
Spring chinook fishery will be open this weekend on lower Columbia River
Halibut fishery on north coast will reopen May 31 and June 2
Last sections of the Snake River to close for spring chinook fishing
Lower two Snake River zones closing early for spring chinook fishing
Two sections of Yakima River to open for hatchery spring chinook fishing
Tulalip Bay 'bubble' salmon fishery delayed until May 18
Prime fishing area on Wind River expands as spring chinook draw near
Public invited to propose changes to recreational fisheries
Sections of the Snake River will open this month for spring chinook fishing
Fish and wildlife enthusiasts invited to share photos
   WHERE TO GO
Fish Washington!
Go fresh, go local — go fishing!
Water Access Sites
Weekly Catchable Trout Stocking Reports
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Public Fishing Piers of Puget Sound
Puget Sound Sport Crab Fishing
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Accessing Washington's Outdoors
The Weekender Report The Weekender Report
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
Wildlife License Plates
Wildlife License Plates
Help Support Wildlife Activities in Washington
   FEATURES
Economic Analysis of the Non-Treaty Commercial and Recreational Fisheries in Washington State
Report Derelict Fish Gear Online