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File your quarterly report and pay premiums - Washington State's Paid Family and Medical Leave

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Salmon and steelhead co-management

Salmon and steelhead co-management

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In Washington, we manage wildlife to have abundant wildlife resources, while balancing negative human-wildlife interactions. We currently manage cougar harvest with a harvest guideline system. Check out this video to learn about our current cougar harvest management. Next week, we'll open a public comment period for proposed changes to our current cougar harvest guideline. When the comment period opens, you can view the options and comment here: https://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/regulations/season-set

In Washington, we manage wildlife to have abundant wildlife resources, while balancing negative human-wildlife interactions. We currently manage cougar harvest with a harvest guideline system. Check out this video to learn about our current cougar harvest management. Next week, we'll open a public comment period for proposed changes to our current cougar harvest guideline. When the comment period opens, you can view the options and comment here: https://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/regulations/season-set

5.6K viewsJan 28, 2020

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WDFW lands and water access areas in the North Puget Sound Region will be impacted by severe flooding and county road closures through Friday, Dec. 8. Please use extreme caution before heading outdoors this week, respect emergency closures, and avoid driving through flooded areas. More information is available from county emergency management departments and from the National Weather Service at: weather.gov/sew/ We are expecting that access will be limited or closed to the Nooksack Unit of Whatc

WDFW lands and water access areas in the North Puget Sound Region will be impacted by severe flooding and county road closures through Friday, Dec. 8. Please use extreme caution before heading outdoors this week, respect emergency closures, and avoid driving through flooded areas. More information is available from county emergency management departments and from the National Weather Service at: weather.gov/sew/ We are expecting that access will be limited or closed to the Nooksack Unit of Whatc

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WDFW is stocking nearly 65,000 jumbo trout in lakes statewide for Black Friday fishing. These rainbow trout can weigh up to three pounds and measure up to 18 inches each! Find a nearby stocked lake at https://wdfw.wa.gov/newsroom/news-release/get-outside-black-friday-statewide-trout-fishing-opportunities-0 You can also buy a license and check fishing regulations on our website. Many Washington lakes are open and stocked, but not all lakes are open year-round. Find more information about how to f

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WDFW Police Officer Johnson reminds anglers that barbless hooks are required when fishing in Marine Areas 5 through 13, including for halibut. This rule is intended to protect yelloweye rockfish and other threatened species. The only exception is when using forage fish jig gear to target forage fish (herring, sandlance, sardine and smelt). See Marine Area Rules & Definitions in the Washington Sport Fishing Rules for details. https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/regulations #WDFWPolice | Washington Depart

15.4K viewsApr 13, 2022

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If you fish Long Lake in the Spokane area, you may see WDFW boats on the water from late March through June, as we partner with Avista to expand annual efforts to remove carp from the lake in order to improve water quality. WDFW crews will also be removing northern pike due to their potential expansion into new waters and their impact on populations of other fish species. The video below explains the harmful effects both these species can have on their environment. More information on northern p

48.9K viewsMar 11, 2020

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Washington Aquatic Harvest Hub: Introduction and Overview

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Washington Special Elk Hunt & Permit System | Special Permits Edition

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The Biggest Buck I've Ever Seen - Washington Public Land Giant | 2019 Hunting Season EP.18

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Best Surfperch Fishing Spots of Washington Beach: Catch Biggest Redtail，Cook，Camp tips in Westport

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First Bull Down! - Washington OTC Rifle Elk Hunt | 2019 Hunting Season EP.19

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WESTERN WASHINGTON ELK HUNTING

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Level B Culvert Hydraulic Analysis

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Fishing Regulations Explained | Washington State Attorney

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2025 WDFW Trout Derby

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Youth Fishing Program Highlight Video

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WDFW Razor Clam - Getting Started

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Free Fish Washington App!

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Recreational Target Shooting Frequently Asked Questions

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