New Washington law requires fishing license for smelt, crawfish and carp

Posted 6/4/24

Outdoor recreationalists accustomed to pursuing freshwater smelt, crawfish and carp without a fishing license should take note: Gov. Jay Inslee has signed new legislation requiring Washington anglers …

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Fishing closures begin Oct. 24 in many Western Washington rivers, including the Chehalis

Hunting Highlights: Young hunters find success in early deer season

Digging into the health reasons for the recent coastal razor clam dig closures

After delay, WDFW approves four days of razor clam digs at Copalis and Mocrocks beaches beginning Monday, Oct. 26

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Fishing closures begin Oct. 24 in many Western Washington rivers, including the Chehalis

Hunting Highlights: Young hunters find success in early deer season

Digging into the health reasons for the recent coastal razor clam dig closures

After delay, WDFW approves four days of razor clam digs at Copalis and Mocrocks beaches beginning Monday, Oct. 26

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