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Recreational Shellfishing

RECREATIONAL RAZOR CLAMMING

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Last razor clam dig of the season set for May 24-26 at Twin Harbors
Clam diggers will get one more chance to dig razor clams this season during a three-day opening at Twin Harbors, running Friday through Sunday of Memorial Day weekend.

•	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)

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

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RELATED INFORMATION

•	Statewide Harvest Rules
•	2013/2014 Public Beach List - Special Rules Public beaches with special rules because of resource needs and/or restrictions on harvest due to health concerns.
•	Boating in Washington Information
•	Shellfish and Seaweed Harvest Rules 3 Steps to Safe and Legal Shellfish Harvest - It's your responsibility!
•	Washington and Oregon Tide Charts

HEALTH ADVISORIES

•	Marine Biotoxin Bulletin Beach closures due to red tide and other marine toxins
•	Local Fish Consumption Advisories Health advisories due to contaminants
•	Fish Facts for Healthy Nutrition Information on mercury, PCBs and other contaminants in fish