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RECREATIONAL RAZOR CLAMMING
Recreational Razor Clamming
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Razor clam dig approved for May 5-7 at Twin Harbors
State fishery managers have approved a razor clam dig at Twin Harbors May 5-7 after marine toxin tests confirmed that the clams on the beach are safe to eat. All other coastal beaches in Washington will be closed to razor clam digging until a new season is announced in fall.
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RECREATIONAL CRABBING
Recreational Crab Fishing 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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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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