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Hunting for brant geese to open in Clallam, Pacific, and Whatcom counties; will remain closed in Skagit County

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) today announced that hunts for brant geese will open as scheduled in Clallam, Pacific, and Whatcom counties, but that Skagit County will remain ...
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Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission met Friday, Jan. 9

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission met virtually on Friday, Jan. 9 to consider advisory committee appointment recommendations and hear a briefing on the ongoing development of the Washington ...
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WDFW approves seven days of coastal razor clam digs beginning Jan. 15 with additional dates planned through early March

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers confirmed today, razor clam digging opportunities at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, and Mocrocks beaches from Jan. 15 to 21.
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Unofficial third-party test reports chronic wasting disease in Ferry County mule deer

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) received a private testing company report reflecting a positive chronic wasting disease (CWD) test result from a mule deer harvested in game ...
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Puget Sound winter crab catch record cards due Feb. 1

Sport crabbers have until Feb. 1 to submit their winter Catch Record Card (CRC) for the recent Puget Sound crab season, which wrapped up Dec. 31.Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) ...
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DNR and WDFW’s new youth education committee looking for members

The Washington departments of Natural Resources and Fish and Wildlife are now accepting applications for 15 volunteer spots on a new Youth Education and Outreach Program Committee. Applications are ...
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Washington commercial Dungeness crab season will kick off Dec. 31 or Jan. 4 along the coast, depending on area

Washington’s coastal commercial Dungeness crab season will open Dec. 31 from Klipsan Beach on the Long Beach Peninsula south to Cape Falcon, Ore., including the Columbia River and Willapa Bay. It will ...
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2025/2026 Puget Sound commercial Dungeness crab fishery landings

Fishing & Shellfishing Commercial fishing Commercial Dungeness crab fishery Puget Sound commercial crab fishery 2025/2026 Puget Sound commercial Dungeness crab fishery landings ...
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Columbia River Salmon and Steelhead Endorsement

Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, all anglers age 15 and older must purchase a Columbia River salmon and steelhead endorsement (CRSSE) to fish recreationally for salmon and steelhead in the Columbia River and ...
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Invasive species educational resources

This webpage includes educational resources for students, teachers, and families. For information on invasive species management, refer to WDFW's aquatic invasive species (AIS) webpage or the ...
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Current rule-making activity (Rule-making docket)

We invite you to participate in our rule-making process. WDFW is actively considering the rule-making proceedings listed below. Chapter 220-111 WAC provides procedures for inspecting or requesting ...