Fish and Wildlife Commission

The Commission establishes policies to preserve, protect, and perpetuate fish, wildlife, and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities compatible with healthy and diverse fish and wildlife populations. The Commission consists of nine governor-appointed members that serve six-year terms, hold meetings and hearings around the state and offer opportunities for the public to weigh in on fish and wildlife issues.

Contact the Commission: Call 360-902-2267 or submit a comment online.

  • Commission meetings

    The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission holds regular public meetings online and at locations throughout the state.

  • Commission members

    Meet the nine members of the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission.

  • Commission policies

    View policies approved by the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission.

  • Contact the commission

    Contact the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission.

  • Willapa Bay salmon management policy review

    The Commission is conducting a review of the Willapa Bay Salmon Management Policy with the intent to conclude in 2023.

  • Co-manager hatchery policy development

    WDFW and tribal co-managers undertook development of a joint hatchery management policy following adoption of the new Anadromous Salmon and Steelhead Hatchery Policy (C-3624) in April 2021.

  • Columbia River Fishery Policy review process

    The Commission conducted a review of the Columbia River Basin Salmon Management Policy (C-3620), resulting in a new Columbia River Salmon Fishery Policy (C-3630), adopted in September 2020.