Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

Skagit County woman sentenced for wildlife trafficking

Yan L. Li, 54, was sentenced Aug. 25 in Skagit County Superior Court to 45 days of confinement and a $1,800 fine after pleading guilty to one Class C Felony count of unlawful wildlife trafficking.
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2025 Washington hunting prospects now available

As fall arrives, hunters across Washington gear up for big game, waterfowl, and upland bird seasons. This month, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) released its annual hunting ...
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WDFW announces 47 tentative days of coastal razor clam digging opportunities beginning Oct. 6

Shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) today announced 47 tentative days of razor clam digs at four coastal beaches from Oct. 6 through Jan. 6.
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Sturgeon survey on Lake Roosevelt begins Sept. 29

Beginning Sept. 29, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, and the Spokane Tribe of Indians will conduct a two-week setline survey for ...
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Living with wildlife: Bats

Species & Habitats Living with wildlife Species fact sheets Living with wildlife: Bats ...
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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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2024 Big Game Hunting Seasons and Rules

This document is provided for archival purposes only. Archived documents do not reflect current WDFW regulations or policy and may contain factual inaccuracies.
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Trout Lake

Shoreline access: Good - Shoreline access is limited.
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Eagle Creek

WDFW shellfish seasons indicate the specific times of year when harvesting is permitted. Before heading to the beach, please also check the Department of Health (DOH) information below which is ...
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Killer whale resources and regulations for boaters

Species & Habitats At-risk species Species recovery and protection Killer whale (orca) conservation and management Killer whale resources and regulations for boaters ...
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WDFW Director approves lethal removal of wolves from Sherman pack

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) Director Kelly Susewind has authorized incremental lethal removal of wolves from the Sherman wolf pack territory in Ferry County, in response to ...
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Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation in Washington

Millions of residents and visitors from other states enjoy Washington’s fish and wildlife through participation in wildlife-related recreation. Such recreational activity supports a robust recreation ...