Nov. 19—The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is stocking 24 lakes statewide with over 65,000 rainbow trout for Black Friday fishing, creating a holiday weekend opportunity for anglers ...

Apr. 14—Anglers across Washington can look forward to the start of lowland lakes fishing on April 26, with thousands of anglers expected to visit lakes statewide. This year's opener also marks the ...

WASHINGTON — Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (WDFW) annual Free Fishing Weekend event is returning for another year! The event that allows fishers across the state to fish for many ...

Two anglers who showed off their catch on a livestream while fishing in the Quillayute River also livestreamed their fishing ...

Mar. 8—Smelt dippers will return to the banks of the Cowlitz River as the Washington state Department of Fish and Wildlife has approved recreational fisheries for Wednesday, March 12, and Saturday, ...

The Washington state Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is looking for public feedback on a draft of its revised State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP), designed to guide fish, wildlife and habitat ...

SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. — The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced on Friday that the trout fishing season in West Medical Lake has been extended to October 13. Additionally, the ...

Only 1 single point hook allowed. Stationary gear restriction. Maximum hook gap of ¾-inch (measured point to shank). Only fish hooked inside the mouth may be retained. Daily limit is two (2). Release ...

OLYMPIA — Razor clam digging on the Washington coast will reopen at Twin Harbors and Copalis on Friday, March 17. This is in addition to Mocrocks which opens on Saturday, March 18, the Washington ...

WASHINGTON - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has lifted the emergency fire restrictions that were in ...

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) says they recieved a complaint reporting a suspect was illegally ...

Clamming is more fun, and safer, when you go with family or friends, even four-legged friends. It is a social event, and a festival atmosphere prevails during the digs. (Terry Otto for The Columbian) ...