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RECREATIONAL SALMON FISHING

When and Where to Fish for Salmon
Figuring out when and where to fish for salmon is one of the most asked questions for beginning salmon anglers.

>	Salmon fishing opportunities increase along the coast beginning Aug. 26
>	Know the 5 species of salmon and how to identify them
>	How salmon seasons are set
>	10-Year Agreement Forged for Columbia River Salmon Harvest, Production Treaty Tribes, Oregon, Washington plan endorsed by federal court

RECREATIONAL CRAB FISHING

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Summer crabbing season to open July 2 in Puget Sound
Sport crabbers planning to fish for crab in Puget Sound this summer will find the upcoming season similar to last year’s, including catch-reporting procedures required by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW).

>	Puget Sound Sport Crabbing
>	Find out the licensing and reporting requirements
>	Crab Identification and Biology
	Crab Fishing Video - Crabbing Basics

2008-2009 Fishing in Washington Rules Pamphlet

2008-2009 Sport Fishing
Regulation Pamphlet

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>	Download 2008 Rule Pamphlet [pdf]

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WHERE TO GO

•	2008 Fishing Prospects
•	2008 Hatchery Trout Stocking Plan for Washington Lakes and Streams
•	Shellfishing Beach Maps and Regulations
•	Public Fishing Piers of Puget Sound
•	Puget Sound Sport Crab Fishing
•	Boat Launch Sites
•	Accessing Washington's Outdoors

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The latest in fish and wildlife recreational opportunities across Washington State.

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•	Washington and Oregon Tide Charts
•	WDFW Wildlife Areas & Water Access Points
•	Links to Other Fishing Resources

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LATEST NEWS

•	Cowlitz River opens Sunday for chinook salmon fishing
•	Public meetings scheduled to discuss rule proposals for 2009-10 sportfishing season
•	WDFW to hold public meetings on upcoming razor clam season
•	New bi-state advisory group will meet to discuss Columbia catch-sharing plan
•	Commission approves penalty for failure to report crab catch
•	Buoy 10 fishery near the mouth of the Columbia will close to all salmon fishing effective Sunday

FEATURES

•	2002 Sport Catch Harvest Report
•	Recreational Groundfish in Washington
•	Report Derelict Fish Gear Online

VIDEO

AQUATIC NUSIANCE SPECIES

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Zebra Mussels
Zebra Mussel inspections help stop the spread of this invasive species. Watch how you can help and what to look for when inspecting your own boat.

PUGET SOUND SPORT CRAB FISHING

Crabbing 101
Find out which crabs are best to keep and which you should release.

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SELECTIVE FISHING TECHNIQUES

Releasing Salmon Carefully
See how a salmon is carefully released with the use of a "dehooker."

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