Commercially raised sheep, cattle, or horses killed or injured by bears, cougars, or wolves may be eligible for compensation using available state funds. (Bear depredations are currently not funded ...

Species & Habitats At-risk species Species recovery and protection Killer whale (orca) conservation and management Killer whale resources and regulations for boaters ...

The statewide trout stocking plan provides anglers with the earliest information on where and how many trout are planned to be stocked into lakes and streams around the state. While most of the lakes ...

April 26 is the kickoff for WDFW's 10th annual statewide Trout Derby, which runs through Oct. 31 at more than 100 stocked lakes. This anniversary edition of the derby is our biggest yet, featuring ...

Note: Stocking may occur before a lake is open to fishing. Regulations, not stocking schedules, determine when fishing is allowed. Anglers should check the current regulations and have the appropriate ...

An updated target shooting regulation went into effect Jan. 18, 2021 to increase public safety and protect habitat. The rule includes the following elements: Know what lies beyond your target and ...

Whether you are an experienced angler or just getting started, the Fish Washington ® app should be on your smartphone or other mobile device. The free mobile app is designed to convey up-to-the-minute ...

Special hunt permits, big-game auctions and raffle permit hunts offer a chance to participate in a coveted hunt while directly supporting conservation and management in Washington. Special hunting ...

Forecasts 2025 statewide forecasts 2025 statewide chum, pink, and sockeye forecast (PDF) (updated April 15, 2025) 2025 statewide coho forecast (PDF) (updated March 17, 2025) 2025 Puget Sound Chinook ...

Two of three wolf recovery regions exceeded minimum recovery goals OLYMPIA – The number of gray wolf packs in Washington increased slightly in 2024, according to the Washington Gray Wolf Conservation ...

The grant application period closed May 30, 2025. Public information session: April 3, 2025 An optional virtual public information session was held via Zoom on April 3.This session was recorded and ...

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife operates dozens of fish hatcheries around the state. Filter the list of facilities by selecting a county from the list below, or view a map of facilities ...