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.

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 ...

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.

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 ...

Invasive mussels encrusting an outboard motor. If you find a potential invasive species, report it using the Washington Invasive Species Council webform or the WA Invasives mobile app (available in ...

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 ...

The 2025 Washington State Duck Stamp competition winner, by Diane Ford. Washington is home to at least 35 types of waterfowl and more than a dozen other gamebirds available for harvest across a ...

Shoreline access: Good - Shoreline access is limited.

Updated: September 12, 2025Closed.Coastal Commercial Troll Effective 12:01 AM Thursday, September 11, 2025:Washington catch areas 1, 2, 3 and 4 are closed. The fisheries hotline is also available by ...

The department assesses possible environmental impact of proposed projects under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) to ensure our state’s natural resources are protected.

Author(s): A cooperative effort by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Spokane Tribe of Indians, Yakama Nation, Swinomish Indian Tribal ...