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BREAKING: Waters off Neah Bay will reopen June 20 just in time for the all-coastal chinook fishery, and the entire coast opens for halibut on Aug. 6
Bymarkyuasa June 12, 2020

Just got word that the northern coast off Neah Bay (Marine Catch Area 4) will reopen for fishing on June 20 just in time for the chinook fishing season that begins June 20-28 off the entire coast from Neah south to Ilwaco. The Makah Reservation including the marinas and all services remains closed to visitors….

Read More BREAKING: Waters off Neah Bay will reopen June 20 just in time for the all-coastal chinook fishery, and the entire coast opens for halibut on Aug. 6
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Puget Sound Dungeness crab season tentatively set to begin in early July in some areas plus a wide-range of fishing activities blooming this month
Bymarkyuasa June 8, 2020

By Mark Yuasa Before we cover the current fishing options let’s take a look ahead at what could be a blissful summer season for Puget Sound Dungeness crab. Due to the COVID-19 situation all the opening dates noted below and now posted on the WDFW website are tentative and could change, therefore anglers should check…

Read More Puget Sound Dungeness crab season tentatively set to begin in early July in some areas plus a wide-range of fishing activities blooming this month
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BREAKING: Spot shrimp fishery opening on May 28 or June 11; three coastal ports open May 26 for most bottomfish; plus a plethora of other options to cure COVID-19 “cabin fever”
Bymarkyuasa May 21, 2020

By Mark Yuasa The excitement of pulling in a pot loaded with giant spot shrimp is unlike any other on-water marine fishing activity, and anglers can finally pencil in May 28 and/or June 11 as the opening dates. “We felt the start dates (both on a Thursday) were safer to schedule than a weekend opener…

Read More BREAKING: Spot shrimp fishery opening on May 28 or June 11; three coastal ports open May 26 for most bottomfish; plus a plethora of other options to cure COVID-19 “cabin fever”
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Halibut fishing reopens Wednesday in Strait of Juan de Fuca and some Puget Sound areas after an extended delay tied to COVID-19 issues
Bymarkyuasa May 18, 2020

Finally, some good news on halibut! An anticipated Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) news release is expected to come out this afternoon that announces the halibut fishery in the Strait of Juan de Fuca from Sekiu to Port Angeles, San Juan Islands and some parts of Puget Sound will open this Wednesday (May…

Read More Halibut fishing reopens Wednesday in Strait of Juan de Fuca and some Puget Sound areas after an extended delay tied to COVID-19 issues
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.410 for Turkey? Yes!
Byjasonbrooks May 17, 2020

.410 for Turkey? Yes! By Jason Brooks It seems that each year a new caliber of rifle comes out for the big game hunter. Either a far and flat shooting magnum or a light-recoil tack driver. But for bird hunters there hasn’t been a change in shotgun gauges in probably a hundred years. However, when…

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Lots of spring choices happening right now with Columbia River shad and local salmon fisheries picking up soon. Spot shrimp season also delayed until end of May
Bymarkyuasa May 11, 2020

By Mark Yuasa In a little more than two weeks, anglers will have additional salmon fishing prospects to jump on around Puget Sound and in the meantime excitement is building for the Columbia River shad run that should be ramping up in the coming days. The front end of what should be a long line…

Read More Lots of spring choices happening right now with Columbia River shad and local salmon fisheries picking up soon. Spot shrimp season also delayed until end of May
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Statewide fishing ban tied to the governor’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order could be lifted by early May and allow for some sport fisheries to reopen before long
Bymarkyuasa April 24, 2020

When life was normal thousands of anglers would be making plans to hit hundreds of lakes this weekend for one of the biggest fishing events of the spring, better known as “opening day” of the statewide trout season. However, due to the COVID-19 “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order all fishing is closed until May 4…

Read More Statewide fishing ban tied to the governor’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order could be lifted by early May and allow for some sport fisheries to reopen before long
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Historic closure of winter chinook fisheries in many areas of Puget Sound are part of the 2020-2021 salmon season package
Bymarkyuasa April 11, 2020

Dear winter blackmouth: It was a great relationship we had for so many decades but it’s time to move on. It wasn’t an easy choice nor an easy pill to swallow for the majority of anglers who enjoyed spending time with you on the water. To say the least this decision to cut you out…

Read More Historic closure of winter chinook fisheries in many areas of Puget Sound are part of the 2020-2021 salmon season package
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COVID-19 has all fishing and shellfish gathering shutdown statewide but the beat on crafting future salmon seasons still goes on as are WDFW’s plans for upcoming spring fisheries
Bymarkyuasa March 30, 2020

We are living in a tumultuous moment related to COVID-19 with a “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order in place. This has led to an unprecedented temporary closure of all statewide fishing opportunities and created challenges in the ongoing salmon fishing season setting process. In the chronicles of Washington sport fishing history nothing of this magnitude…

Read More COVID-19 has all fishing and shellfish gathering shutdown statewide but the beat on crafting future salmon seasons still goes on as are WDFW’s plans for upcoming spring fisheries
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Tips for Turkey’s!
Byjasonbrooks March 27, 2020

Tip’s for Turkey’s! by Jason Brooks Turkey seasons are about to embark in the Pacific Northwest with a few western states already underway. Preparing now for the early part of the season will help lead to success. Here are few things to consider before you head out to the turkey woods this spring. Pattern your…

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