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Close up of adult coho in spawning colors.
Photo by WDFW

WDFW seeks public input on Lower Columbia River tributary fisheries

News release | April 2, 2025
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WDFW seeks public input on recreation at Olympic, Johns River, and Chehalis wildlife areas

News release | March 26, 2025
A hand holding a steelhead in the water.
Photo by Matthew Duce

Shaping fishery management in the Lower Columbia River through cutting-edge science and public…

Blog post | March 21, 2025
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WDFW approves nine days of coastal razor clam digs beginning March 26; more digs planned through May 15

News release | March 20, 2025
Two hands holding clams above a bucket containing oysters.
Photo by WDFW

Washington’s clam, oyster, and mussel seasons underway

News release | March 17, 2025
An angler standing in a boat holding two salmon.
Photo by Chase Gunnell

WDFW seeks public input on 2025 ocean salmon fishery proposals

News release | March 11, 2025
A row of anglers dip for smelt in a river.
Photo by WDFW

WDFW approves Cowlitz River recreational smelt dips for March 12, 15

News release | March 7, 2025
Four people on a dock holding three caught halibut.
Photo by David Bergeron

Halibut fishing starts April 3 in some Puget Sound marine areas and May 1 in coastal marine areas

News release | March 7, 2025
Hand holding a single native mussel with multiple smaller invasive mussels attached to it.
Photo by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Invasive mussel interception demonstrates crucial need for prevention

Blog post | March 5, 2025
Several fishing boats in the water with mountains in the background.
Photo by Mark Yuasa

Public meeting set to discuss salmon and steelhead seasons in Central Washington

News release | March 4, 2025
Woman digging for razor clams with a baby in a backpack carrier.
Photo by Ali Brown

WDFW approves seven days of coastal razor clam digs beginning March 8; more digs planned through May 3

News release | March 4, 2025
Person on the beach holding up a large brown fish.
Photo by Joanne Whitmer

Coastal recreational bottomfish fishery season opens March 8

News release | Feb. 28, 2025