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RAZOR CLAMS
Razor Clamming
 Tentative razor clam digs scheduled for Feb. 26-28.
• Location of Razor Clam beaches
• How to Dig Razor Clams
• Try these delicious Razor Clam recipes
• Things to do, Places to Stay
• City of Copalis Beach
• City of Grayland (Twin Harbors)
• City of Moclips (Mocrocks Beach)
• Kalaloch

LICENSING

Two-pole fishing endorsement
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 Two-pole fishing option available on most state lakes
Recreational anglers have the option of using two poles while fishing in most Washington lakes under a new law passed by the state Legislature.
• What are the specifics?
• List of excluded lakes and ponds
    
GO FRESH, GO LOCAL — GO FISHING!
Go fishing, go local - go fishing!
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 Whether casting for trout, trolling for salmon or digging for clams, fishing is a great way to put fresh, local food on the dinner table. Washington waters offer fishing opportunities for more than a dozen fish and shellfish species, in communities across the state.  Fishing is a way to slow down, get outdoors and create memories for your children or grandchildren.
• Fishing regulations and rule changes
• Washington Fishing Prospects
• Water access sites
• Public fishing piers in Puget Sound

 
2009-2010 Fishing in Washington Rules Pamphlet
2009-2010 Sport Fishing
Regulation Pamphlet
• Search emergency rule updates
• Download 2009-2010 Rule Pamphlet [PDF]
• Corrections to the Fishing Regulation Pamphlet
 
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• Voluntary Salmon Angler Trip Reports
Report Online!Online Puget Sound Crab Reporting
   LATEST NEWS
• Commission tightens conservation guidelines for sturgeon, adopts sportfishing rules
• Restricted smelt fishery opens Feb. 6 on the Cowlitz River
• Public meeting on salmon forecast kicks off season-setting process
• Fishery managers predict 470,000 Columbia River spring Chinook in 2010
• Columbia River salmon, steelhead endorsement will take effect April 2010
• More news
   WHERE TO GO
• Go fresh, go local — go fishing!
• 2009 Fishing Prospects
• Water Access Sites
• 2009 Hatchery Trout Stocking Plan for Washington Lakes and Streams
• Shellfishing Beach Maps and Regulations
• Public Fishing Piers of Puget Sound
• Puget Sound Sport Crab Fishing
• Boat Launch Sites
• Accessing Washington's Outdoors
The Weekender Report The Weekender Report
The latest in fish and wildlife recreational opportunities across Washington State.
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• Sport Fishing Regulations and Seasons
• WDFW Rule Making Activities
• North of Falcon Salmon Season Setting Process
• Boater Safety Information
• Recreational Crab Fishing
• Harvest & Catch Reports
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• WDFW Wildlife Areas & Water Access Points
• Links to Other Fishing Resources
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   FEATURES
• Economic Analysis of the Non-Treaty Commercial and Recreational Fisheries in Washington State
• Recreational Groundfish in Washington
• Report Derelict Fish Gear Online
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AQUATIC NUSIANCE SPECIES

More information on Zebra mussels

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Zebra Mussels
Zebra Mussel inspections help stop the spread of this invasive species. Watch how you can help and what to look for when inspecting your own boat.
PUGET SOUND SPORT CRAB FISHING
Crabbing 101
Find out which crabs are best to keep and which you should release.
Broadband | Dial-up
Broadband | Dial-up
Running Time: 4:12
SELECTIVE FISHING TECHNIQUES
Releasing Salmon Carefully
See how a salmon is carefully released with the use of a "dehooker."
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Broadband | Dial-up
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