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Squid jigging around Puget Sound finally picks up for pier and boat anglers plus several other worthwhile fishing adventures
Bymarkyuasa December 8, 2022

Contributed by Mark Yuasa Squid jigging is mainly a night-time affair around Puget Sound and much of this season has been a head scratcher for pier anglers although action ramped up this week and those in boats continue to find better catches mainly in Elliott Bay and a few surrounding areas. “Squid fishing has picked…

Read More Squid jigging around Puget Sound finally picks up for pier and boat anglers plus several other worthwhile fishing adventures
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Skip the autumn chores and head out for the Marine Area 11 winter Chinook salmon fishery beginning Nov. 1 along with plenty other fisheries on tap right now
Bymarkyuasa October 28, 2022

Contributed by Mark Yuasa, WDFW The list of fishing opportunities continues to expand as we head into November and topping the list is winter Chinook salmon, many west side rivers reopening for fishing along with more possible coastal razor clam digs! In south-central Puget Sound (Marine Area 11) covering all fishing grounds from the north…

Read More Skip the autumn chores and head out for the Marine Area 11 winter Chinook salmon fishery beginning Nov. 1 along with plenty other fisheries on tap right now
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After a slight delay in the season, coastal razor clam fans can finally dig into some beaches starting Sept. 28-30; winter Dungeness crab fishing also gets underway Saturday (Oct. 1)
Bymarkyuasa September 28, 2022

Contributed by Mark Yuasa Coastal razor clam fans and Puget Sound Dungeness crab afficionados can rejoice! After a brief delay in the coastal razor clam season, diggers have the green light to proceed with digging beginning Wednesday (Sept. 28) and several areas of Puget Sound are opening for Dungeness crabbing on Saturday (Oct. 1). “After…

Read More After a slight delay in the season, coastal razor clam fans can finally dig into some beaches starting Sept. 28-30; winter Dungeness crab fishing also gets underway Saturday (Oct. 1)
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Razor clam diggers can expect another robust season on four coastal beaches with 56 tentative dates set from Sept. 22 through Dec. 28
Bymarkyuasa September 9, 2022

Contributed by Mark Yuasa, WDFW Coastal razor clam enthusiasts will dig this delightful news! The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) finished summer evaluations and four coastal beaches have a relatively dense population of razor clams sitting beneath the sand. “If it wasn’t for the record season in 2021-2022 then the upcoming season would…

Read More Razor clam diggers can expect another robust season on four coastal beaches with 56 tentative dates set from Sept. 22 through Dec. 28
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Spot shrimp seasons set for most areas of Puget Sound and populations continue to remain relatively stable
Bymarkyuasa April 13, 2022

Contributed by Mark Yuasa The spot shrimp fishery in Puget Sound is a highly important occasion in spring, and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced that those who enjoy pursuing them can make plans for a May 25 opener in most areas of Puget Sound. “The selected dates reflect a conscious effort…

Read More Spot shrimp seasons set for most areas of Puget Sound and populations continue to remain relatively stable
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Columbia River spring Chinook fisheries announced with slightly improved projections, plus options to catch a salmon or dig up oodles of razor clams on coastal beaches
Bymarkyuasa February 23, 2022

Contributed by Mark Yuasa, WDFW Many have proclaimed winter is officially in the rearview mirror, despite this week’s snow flurries and freezing temperatures. After all the days are finally getting longer, flowers and trees are starting to bud, watery eyes and sneezing is blooming along with the pollen, and the official first day of spring…

Read More Columbia River spring Chinook fisheries announced with slightly improved projections, plus options to catch a salmon or dig up oodles of razor clams on coastal beaches
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Escape winter doldrums by heading to the coast for razor clams or east of the Cascades for big rainbow trout as well as other fun fisheries in between
Bymarkyuasa January 14, 2022

Contributed by Mark Yuasa, WDFW Don’t let the wintery weather stop you from getting out and wetting a line as a wide range of fishing activities are happening right now that are well worth the effort of layering up in some warm clothes. This includes gathering a nice batch of razor clams off the coast,…

Read More Escape winter doldrums by heading to the coast for razor clams or east of the Cascades for big rainbow trout as well as other fun fisheries in between
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Add some holiday cheer by digging a batch of razor clams or wetting a line for trout, squid and eventually salmon for the New Year
Bymarkyuasa December 13, 2021

By Mark Yuasa The future looks merry and bright whether you find yourself yearning to dig a batch of razor clams along the coast for the holiday dinner table or ringing in the New Year by catching a winter chinook in central Puget Sound. First off let’s dig into this news by the Washington Department…

Read More Add some holiday cheer by digging a batch of razor clams or wetting a line for trout, squid and eventually salmon for the New Year
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Oodles of razor clams sprawled out along four coastal beaches with more digs planned after the New Year, plus scores of fishing choices to be had during the holidays
Bymarkyuasa November 26, 2021

By Mark Yuasa There are so many ways to “opt out” of the post-Thanksgiving madness by catching trout, chinook, Dungeness crab and squid, but first and foremost let’s take a look at the on-going spectacular coastal razor clam digging season. A liberal 67 days of digging began on Sept. 17 and continues through Dec. 31…

Read More Oodles of razor clams sprawled out along four coastal beaches with more digs planned after the New Year, plus scores of fishing choices to be had during the holidays
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Enjoy a wide-range of fishing opportunities in the days ahead and during the Thanksgiving holiday for salmon, trout, squid razor clams and Dungeness crab
Bymarkyuasa November 12, 2021

By Mark Yuasa There’s plenty of fishing choices heading into the Thanksgiving holiday weekend from chasing salmon to digging clams or jigging for squid, but topping the list is the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (WDFW) “Black Friday” trout fishing extravaganza. But before we get into the near horizon options those who can’t wait…

Read More Enjoy a wide-range of fishing opportunities in the days ahead and during the Thanksgiving holiday for salmon, trout, squid razor clams and Dungeness crab