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	Bigger trout await anglers on state’s biggest opening day Anglers preparing for opening day of the 2012 lowland lakes season on April 28 can expect to reel in trout that are one-third bigger this year. Learn more >> • Fish Washington! • Lake Fishing in Washington • Trout Stocking Reports

Where to Fish?

• Fish Washington!
• See Guides, Tips & Resources section for more information

Catch Reporting

• Catch Record Card Questions & Answers
• Voluntary Salmon Angler Trip Reports

Sport Fishing Seasons and Regulations

• See Regulations & Seasons section
• Commission restricts the use of lead fishing tackle on lakes with loons

Licensing

• Fishing licences, permits and endorsements

Creel Reports

• See Fishing Reports, Stocking Reports & Fish Counts section

Fishing Contests

• 2012 Fishing Contest Calendar
• Fishing Contest Rules and Permit Applications
• Bass and Walleye Fishing Contest Result Summaries

State Fishing Records

• Fresh and Salt Water Sport Fish Records

Trout Plants & Stocking Schedules

• See Fishing Reports, Stocking Reports & Fish Counts section

Tagged Fish

• Sturgeon and Steelhead Tag Recovery Form

Private Fish Stocking Permits

• Application Packet for Stocking of Triploid Grass Carp: PDF Format | MS Word
• Private Fish Stocking/Transport Permit (To Import, Export, Transfer, or Stock Live Fin Fish, Viable Eggs or Gametes)

Other Information

• Ice Fishing Safety
• Washington's Native Char
• Warmwater Fishes of Washington
• Walleyes in Washington
• Carp Fishing in Washington