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Jess Clevenger holds a razor clam at Grayland Beach on Friday, March 8.
Post-Christmas clamming: WDFW approves seven more digs, with more planned for 2025 
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Friday confirmed seven days of razor clam digs on coastal beaches beginning Dec. 28, including opportunities around the New … more
A trail through the woods is pictured at Lewis and Clark State Park on Thursday, Dec. 12.
First Day Hikes to be held at Lewis and Clark State Park and Mount St. Helens Visitor Center
Washington residents are invited to celebrate the new year with Washington State Parks during the First Day Hikes events on Jan. 1, 2025.  More than 30 state parks will host staff-led and … more
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Mount Rainier is pictured from Adna on Thursday, Dec. 5.
Mount Rainier National Park ranked the second-deadliest park to visit during the winter
Thinking about taking a trip to Mount Rainier National Park this winter? You might want to think twice about it if you are not properly prepared. The park was ranked the second-deadliest … more
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The head of a clam is seen from within a freshly excavated chunk of sand during a razor clam dig at the Grayland Beach on March 8.
WDFW approves seven days of coastal razor clam digs; diggers asked to avoid crushing buried Dungeness crabs
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Friday confirmed seven days of razor clam digs on coastal beaches beginning Dec. 12, with tentative dates scheduled from Jan. 1 … more
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Skiers and snowboarders walk up to the base lift to enjoy opening day at White Pass Ski Area on Friday, Nov. 22.
Maintaining small mountain feel crucial amidst growth at White Pass Ski Area 
Significant November snowfall and a La Niña forecast offer potential for continued growth at ski areas throughout the Cascades this season. White Pass marketing director Andy Mahre said … more
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First day hikers look up at tree canopies along the Old Growth Loop trail at Lewis and Clark State Park located along Jackson Highway in Toledo in January 2022.
State land agencies announce 2025 Discover Pass free days
The Washington state Discover Pass Program has designated 12 Discover Pass free days for 2025.  On these days, visitors will not need a Discover Pass to park a vehicle at a Washington state … more
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A Dungeness crab partially buried in sand on a coastal beach.
High numbers of crab found while digging razor clams on Washington coast 
Razor clam diggers along the coast of Grays Harbor were surprised during recent openings when they dug up more Dungeness crab than clams. The scenario: You’re on the beach digging for … more
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A salmon launches itself out of the water at the Cowlitz Salmon Hatchery's adult collection facility on Sunday, Sept. 29 in Salkum.
This year saw some good news for Pacific Northwest salmon
EBRIGHT CREEK, Sammamish — Zombie kokanee tumbled downstream as new waves of crimson fish dashed through the riffles making the journey to their spawning grounds. The creek was alive with … more
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Kody Christen and Mitchell Roland carry a Christmas tree to a car in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest on Sunday, Nov. 24.
On the hunt for a perfect Christmas tree in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Following a relatively slow day, a collection of potential options brought a flurry of activity roughly 15 feet down an embankment on an offshoot of U.S. Forest Road 21 deep in the Gifford Pinchot … more
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A man digs up a clam as a seagull passes by during a razor clam dig at the Grayland Beach on March 8, 2024.
WDFW: Seven days of coastal razor clam digs approved after Thanksgiving; more tentative digs planned in December
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Friday confirmed seven days of razor clam digs on coastal beaches beginning the day after Thanksgiving.  “Get … more
Skiers ski down a run on opening day at White Pass Ski Area on Friday, Nov. 22.
In Focus: Opening day at White Pass Ski Area
Here are photos from the White Pass Ski Area on opening day Friday, Nov. 22, from Chronicle photographer Ridley Hudson. The ski area was open for season pass-holders only, before beginning … more
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An elk crosses the street in Packwood on Tuesday, Nov. 19.
In focus: Elk and early snow make for picturesque scenes in East Lewis County
The Ohanapecosh River cascades at Silver Falls in Mount Rainier National Park on Sunday, June 5, 2022.
Ohanapecosh Campground in Mount Rainier National Park to be closed again for construction next year
The National Park Service (NPS) announced Wednesday that the Ohanapecosh Campground will remain closed through the 2025 visitor season as part of a multipart plan to improve infrastructure in Mount … more
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A one-pound rainbow trout flops around in the shallow waters near the bank at Fort Borst Park in this Chronicle file photo.
WDFW stocking lakes and ponds with 65,000 rainbow trout for Black Friday fishing 
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 around … more
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A freshly caught limit of clams is pictured during a razor clam dig at Grayland Beach on March 8, 2024.
Seven days of coastal razor clam digs approved beginning Nov. 13
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Friday confirmed razor clam digging opportunities on four coastal beaches. “With some of the lowest tides of the … more
A fishing boat makes its way to the Barrier Dam boat launch on the Cowlitz River while anglers fish on the river bank near Salkum on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023.
Seniors save on fishing in Washington state
A day on the water with a pole and peace and quiet may just be what the doctor ordered, even if you have to wear some mittens as temps decline. Seniors wanting to cast a line in Washington are … more
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FILE PHOTO — A bull elk in the Toutle River Valley suffering from hoof rot.
Washington state elk hunters asked to keep an eye out for abnormalities 
Elk hunters in Washington are gearing up for another season, as the general hunting season for Eastern Washington elk opened last Saturday, Oct. 26, followed by the western Washington elk season … more
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Karen Latta, of Auburn, launches a snow ball at Vance Latta, center, and Andrew Wagner as they sled down one of three runs at the snowplay area at Paradise in Mount Rainier National Park in January 2016
Mount Rainier National Park limiting road access to Paradise; sled runs to stay closed this winter
Visitors to Mount Rainier National Park this winter will have one fewer day per week to drive to the Paradise area and they won't find any open sledding runs there. Starting Nov. 12, vehicle … more
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A helicopter flies to a drop point during the DNR aviation exercise in the Capitol State Forest on Wednesday, April 17.
DNR seeks comment on first-ever recreation plan for Washington
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) released its first-ever recreation plan Monday, seeking new funding for the agency to manage surging interest in outdoor recreation that has … more
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A line of clams are placed on a tailgate after being cleaned during a razor clam dig at Grayland Beach on March 8. 2024.
WDFW approves five days of coastal razor clam digs beginning Nov. 1, with more tentative digs planned through the end of the year
WDFW approves five days of coastal razor clam digs beginning Nov. 1, with more tentative digs planned through the end of the year November will kick off with razor clam digging opportunities on … more
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