Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

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 ...
Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

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 ...
Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

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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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 ...
Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

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 ...
Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

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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January 9, 2026 Meeting agenda - WDFW Fish and Wildlife Commission

Staff will request an appointment decision from the Commission for the three (3) recommended candidates to the Americans with Disabilities Act Advisory Committee. This advisory committee reports ...
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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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Shellfish, aquatic invertebrate, and seaweed health and cultivation permitting

Click this logo to learn more about the Safeguard Our Shellfish Campaign! Shellfish Import and Transfer permitting requirements manage risk associated with introducing and spreading shellfish disease ...