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Wenas Wildlife Area, Yakima County
Photo by WDFW

WDFW seeks public input on proposed rule restricting creation of unauthorized roads and trails on agency-managed lands

News release | July 3, 2024
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Director’s Bulletin | May/June 2024

Director's bulletin | June 28, 2024
Person holding a halibut as big as they are.
Photo by David Bergeron

Additional recreational halibut opportunities off coast and Puget Sound in August and September

News release | June 27, 2024
Wildfire at dusk
Photo by WDFW

WDFW restricts campfires, target shooting, other activities on Eastern Washington wildlife and water access areas

News release | June 25, 2024
Twp people holding a shrimp pot full of shrimp.
Photo by Eric Winther

More recreational shrimp fishing opportunities open in four Puget Sound marine areas in late June and early July

News release | June 24, 2024
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Salmon fishing in Marine Area 11 (Tacoma-Vashon Island) opens daily for remainder of June; daily limit increases to two hatchery Chinook beginning June 21

News release | June 20, 2024
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Changes coming to Vernita Bridge Water Access Area to improve safety and prevent habitat damage

News release | June 17, 2024
Crabby
Photo by Jon Goldy

Recreational crabbing to open July 1 in many Puget Sound marine areas

News release | June 12, 2024
Child wearing a personal flotation device and sunglasses holding a spot shrimp and smiling.
Photo by Chuck Ridley

More recreational shrimp fishing opportunities open in four Puget Sound marine areas this month

News release | June 7, 2024
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WDFW plans prescribed burns on wildlife areas in South Puget Sound region

News release | June 6, 2024
Salmon Slayer
Photo by Shasta Morton

Ocean salmon fishing at Neah Bay, La Push, and Ilwaco (Marine Areas 4, 3, and 1) opens June 22; and Westport-Ocean Shores (Marine Area 2) opens June 30

News release | June 6, 2024
Volunteer ambassadors under a tent outdoors

Volunteers sought to enhance visitor experience at Washington trailheads

News release | May 30, 2024