Salmon openings for Puget sound 2016
Fish Whatcom There have been many openings for Puget Sound rivers lately, as the actual run appears to be larger than what was forecast. Most notably, the Skagit and Cascade have opened…
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Puget Sound-area waters reopen for fishing
Puget Sound areas that were closed by emergency order are now back open again. This includes rivers and lakes that were closed to all fishing while the state and tribes…
Salmon seasons set for Puget Sound; area waters expected to re-open to fishing
This news happened a couple weeks ago, and the permit still hasn’t been issued. Most puget sound rivers are still closed to fishing as of today. On May 26th state…
Submit your summer crab catch card by Oct. 1st to avoid fines
Remember to submit your summer crab catch record catch by October 1st to avoid a $10 fine on next years license. Crabbers can submit catch record cards to WDFW by…
Committee members sought for Puget Sound recreational fisheries enhancement group
WDFW is actively looking for members to serve on a committee that will oversee the Puget Sound Fisheries Enhancement group. This is a good opportunity for a volunteer position that…
Summer Crab catch record cards due this month
Reminder that all summer crab catch cards are due by October 1st. WDFW is still fining $10 for all cards not turned in, so be sure to do this to…
Marine Area 7 opening to Crab in July and August
Marine area 7 opens for crab two weeks later than the rest of Puget Sound. Opening on July 15th for the Southern portion of Marine area 7, and on August…
Washington’s 2012 salmon fisheries approved and posted
Some good and some bad with the 2012 salmon seasons. Close to home, it looks like the Baker Lake Sockeye fishery will open earlier this year, and we’ll also see…
Submit your winter crab catch card
Remember to submit your winter crab catch card to avoid a $10 penalty on your license for next year. Check your catch card for details, and go to the following…