The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) reports an increase in probable cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wildlife, including mammals. Recent cases of the H5N1 virus ...

The recent seven-day razor clam dig on Washington beaches began on Thursday, Jan. 29 and will last through Wednesday, Feb. 4. There are digging opportunities at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, and ...

Nov. 19—The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is stocking 24 lakes statewide with over 65,000 rainbow trout for Black Friday fishing, creating a holiday weekend opportunity for anglers ...

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers confirmed Thursday, razor clam digging opportunities at Long Beach, Twin Harbors,... Read Story ...

SPOKANE, Wash. — The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) passed an emergency rule banning the feeding of deer, elk and moose in parts of Eastern Washington in order to manage the spread ...

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers confirmed today, razor clam digging opportunities at ...

Sep. 22—EPHRATA — In a move for conservation efforts in Washington State, the Nature Conservancy has transferred ownership of the 9,000-acre Beezley Hills Preserve to the Washington Department of Fish ...

The following digs during late afternoon/evening (noon to midnight).

OLYMPIA, Wash. — To combat heightened wildfire risk, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will implement seasonal restrictions on WDFW-managed lands in Eastern Washington beginning ...

Apr. 14—Anglers across Washington can look forward to the start of lowland lakes fishing on April 26, with thousands of anglers expected to visit lakes statewide. This year's opener also marks the ...

OLYMPIA, Wash. - After the 2024 Draft Periodic Status Review, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) recommends both the bald eagle and peregrine falcon remain successfully recovered.

As part of its mission to protect, preserve, and perpetuate fish, wildlife, and ecosystems, Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has selected 20 parcels of land it would like to ...