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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 ...
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Idaho and Washington seek information on illegal bighorn sheep killings

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) along with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) Police are asking the public for information on two incidents where someone shot and killed a ram ...
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Columbia River salmon and steelhead endorsement goes into effect Jan. 1

Beginning Jan. 1, all anglers age 15 and older must buy a Columbia River salmon and steelhead endorsement (CRSSE) to fish recreationally for salmon and steelhead in the Columbia River and many of its ...
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Tribal net schedules for Region 6 District 17 from Queets River south to Chehalis River

The following information is provided specifically for waters where the Quinault Indian Nation conducts treaty fisheries, including certain coastal rivers, Grays Harbor, and the Chehalis Basin. It is ...
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Quincy Lake

WDFW water access areas on this lake: ...
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WDFW seeks public input on draft status review for Canada lynx

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is seeking public input on a draft periodic status review for Canada lynx that includes a recommendation to keep lynx classified as a state ...
Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

WDFW approves six days of coastal razor clam digs beginning Dec. 18; more digs planned for early 2026

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 Dec. 18-23.
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WDFW to survey crabbers in select Puget Sound marine areas in December

This month, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will be reaching out to Dungeness crabbers who harvested crab in select Puget Sound marine areas during the 2025 season with a brief, ...
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Fish and Wildlife Commission to hold special Habitat Committee meeting on Dec. 4

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission’s Habitat Committee will meet virtually on Thursday, Dec. 4 to discuss proposed public land acquisitions as part of the Washington Department of Fish and ...
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WDFW approves seven days of coastal razor clam digs beginning Dec. 2

OLYMPIA – 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 Dec. 2 ...
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November 13-15, 2025 Meeting agenda - WDFW Fish and Wildlife Commission

The Commission is a direct link between the citizens of Washington and the Department of Fish and Wildlife. Comments on Department programs and topics of concern are welcome during this portion of the ...
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WDFW approves six days of coastal razor clam digs beginning Nov. 18

OLYMPIA — Razor clam digging opportunities are set for Nov. 18-23 at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, and Mocrocks beaches, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers ...