Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

WDFW concludes action to remove Northeast Washington wolf pack
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife concluded its action to eliminate a pack of wolves in Northeast Washington today after an agency marksman killed the pack's alpha male just south of the Canadian border.
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•	WDFW plans to eliminate wolf pack to end attacks on livestock and 'reset' stage for recovery in the Wedge
•	Frequently Asked Questions: Wedge Wolf Pack Lethal Removal Actions
•	WDFW Director’s update on Wolf Conservation and Management Plan September 5, 2012

WDFW LANDS

Fire restrictions issued for hunters and others recreating on WDFW-managed lands
With unusually dry conditions and wildfires burning in parts of the state, WDFW is prohibiting campfires and other activities on all agency-managed lands.
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•	WDFW lands reopened in Kittitas County

SPORTFISHING REGULATIONS & SEASONS
	WDFW seeks comments, schedules public meetings on sportfishing rule proposals WDFW will accept public comments through Dec. 15 on proposed changes to the state’s sportfishing rules. Learn more >>

FISHERIES MANAGEMENT
	Lower Columbia River Fisheries Reform Process Washington and Oregon have started a joint process to consider restructuring fisheries in the lower Columbia River. Learn more >>

DISCOVER PASS

Discover Pass may now be used on two vehicles
A single, state recreation land pass now can be used on either of two motor vehicles, thanks to new legislation signed by Gov. Chris Gregoire. Learn more >>

•	Visit DiscoverPass.Wa.Gov for more information
•	Purchase Online!
•	Exemptions to the Discover Pass
•	Information for hunting and fishing license holders

LATEST NEWS

•	Commission meeting will include updates on wolf management, fishery reforms
•	WDFW concludes action to remove Northeast Washington wolf pack
•	WDFW seeks comments, schedules public meetings on sportfishing rule proposals
•	First razor-clam dig of the season tentatively scheduled next month
•	Position open on Columbia River Salmon and Steelhead Recreational Anglers Board
•	Volunteers needed for 'citizen science' work on Sinlahekin, Swanson Lakes wildlife areas
•	Fire restrictions issued for hunters and others recreating on WDFW-managed lands
•	Most of Puget Sound closing to crabbing; summer catch reports due by Oct. 1
•	Updated lower Columbia River hatchery genetic management plans available for review
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RECREATIONAL RAZOR CLAMMING

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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has tentatively scheduled a razor-clam dig in mid-October - the first of the fall season - while continuing to accept public comments on future digs.

•	How Recreational Razor Clam Seasons are Set
•	How to Dig Razor Clams
•	Try these delicious Razor Clam recipes
•	Things to do, Places to Stay • City of Grayland (Twin Harbors) • City of Long Beach • City of Copalis Beach • City of Moclips (Mocrocks Beach) • Kalaloch

SHARE YOUR PHOTOS!
	Washingtonians have a new way to share their outdoor adventures with others who enjoy hunting, fishing and observing the natural world. WDFW is now accepting photos for a new online gallery of images submitted by people enjoying the great outdoors.

FISH, WILDLIFE & WASHINGTON'S ECONOMY

Spending by fishers, hunters and wildlife viewers generates more than $4.5 billion annually for Washington state’s economy. Their spending supports jobs and small businesses around the state, particularly in rural areas. Learn more >>

•	Washington's fish & wildlife mean business and jobs

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