Washington Dept. of Fish and Wildlife - Fishing, hunting, recreation

Fall and winter razor clam digs announced
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Deer and elk archery seasons now underway
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2023 Washington hunting prospects now available
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Razor clam digging at Copalis Beach
36 tentative coastal razor clam digs announced beginning Sept. 29

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Invasive mussels detected in Idaho; monitoring and prevention efforts ramp up

No quagga or zebra mussels were detected in Washington waters this year. In response to the Idaho detection, WDFW is redirecting Aquatic Invasive Species staff to the Snake River.

Public comment period for black bear timber damage permit rule proposal extended

The public now has until Friday, Oct. 27 to submit comments.

‘Great success’: Baker River sockeye reach record number

WDFW and tribal co-managers are estimating a total return of more than 65,000 Baker sockeye. 

WDFW Director’s Bulletin | July/August 2023

Read our latest bi-monthly bulletin for news and updates from WDFW Director Kelly Susewind.

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