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NORTH OF FALCON 2012
	State, federal and tribal fishery managers are currently planning the Northwest's recreational and commercial salmon fisheries. As part of the salmon-season setting process, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has scheduled several public meetings. Learn more >>

RECREATIONAL RAZOR CLAMMING

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First razor clam dig of 2012 gets nod at four ocean beaches
The first razor clam dig of the new year will proceed on schedule Jan. 20-21 at four ocean beaches. WDFW approved the evening dig at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks beaches after marine toxin tests showed that the clams on those beaches are safe to eat.

•	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 CRABBING

Puget Sound sport crabbing to close Dec. 31; winter catch reports due by Feb. 1
Puget Sound marine areas currently open for recreational winter crabbing will close at sunset Dec. 31, after which all sport crabbers licensed to fish for crab in the Sound will have until Feb. 1 to report their winter catch.
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•	Report your catch online
•	Dungeness Crab Catch Record Card Information

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

•	Columbia River fishing seasons set for spring chinook, sturgeon
•	Commission adopts new sportfishing rules, increases multiple-season hunting permits
•	Learn about plans for northern pike at meetings scheduled Feb. 15-16
•	Fishing in rivers around Puget Sound to close due to low wild steelhead returns
•	Hatchery steelhead, whitefish angling closes Jan. 2 on upper Columbia River and several tributaries
•	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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•	Economic Analysis of the Non-Treaty Commercial and Recreational Fisheries in Washington State
•	Report Derelict Fish Gear Online