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Statewide fishing ban ordered by Washington wildlife managers
No recreational fishing or shell fishing will be allowed through at least April 8, WDFW says.
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Pass Lake in Skagit County can be challenging, but rewarding
The lake near Deception Pass is better in the fall when trout rise in the water to plump…
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On Black Friday, cast a line, don’t stand in one
State officials planted some big hatchery fish in a few lakes to attract people to fall fishing.
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Head to this Whidbey lake if you’re seeking peace and quiet
Lone Lake, a selective-rules fishery located near Bayview, offers small crowds and good fall fishing
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A day reeling in a mess of perch is good for the soul
Head to Lake Washington for large schools of the easy-to-catch fish.
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Washington state is ‘a mushroom hunter’s paradise’
All the state and national forests, plus the rain, make this an ideal place for mushrooms to grow.
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It’s a great time to fish for sea-run cutthroat
Where to go and what type of gear to use as you seek out these trout trying to…
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Local anglers get chance to fish for Pink salmon
A recently announced fishery on the Snohomish River opens Sunday through Sept. 3.
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Fire results in bigger, more plentiful fish in Black Pine Lake
Fire danger closed the lake near Twisp for most of last summer allowing the fish to grow.
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Spot shrimp season opens Saturday on local waters
Two windows will allow local boaters the rare chance for shrimp in May.
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Trout season opens Saturday: Here’s where to catch them
Some 2.1 million were planted in area lakes for anglers to contend with on Saturday.
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Welcome back spring with fishing and friends on the Yakima
There’s no better way to usher out winter than with a fly-fishing trip down the upper portion of…
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Arlington angler lends helping hand to wounded veterans
Retired colonel Jesse Scott invented a device to help those with lost limbs tie fishing flies with one…
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Dismal local outlook for upcoming salmon season
Aside from coho, the forecast for the upcoming salmon season on local rivers is ‘very discouraging.’
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Government shutdown likely to delay Skagit steelhead fishery
The catch-and-release fishery for steelhead on the Skagit and Sauk rivers was set to open Feb. 1.
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A trip to remember on the remote Sandy River in Alaska
Volcanoes, caribou, foxes, bears and some of the best steelhead fishing around.
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‘So he bid her goodbye and went fishing’
Fishing bum Al Knudson, a founding member of the Evergreen Fly Fishing Club, created the Knudson Spider.
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‘Robust’ numbers expected as waterfowl season opens Saturday
WDWF says it was a good breeding year for ducks and geese in Canada and Alaska.
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No need to travel far for fishery unique to Northwest
Fishing for sea-run cutthroat is special to Northwest rivers like the Stillaguamish.
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Incredible beauty awaits at this high mountain lake
Slide Lake, on the edge of the Glacier Peak Wilderness, offers enjoyment without the typical rugged hike.