WDFW seeks comment on salmon fishing seasons

OLYMPIA – The state Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking comment on proposed rules for this year’s recreational and commercial salmon fishing seasons.

These rules represent the culmination of the annual North of Falcon salmon season-setting process, where state, federal, and tribal fishery managers work together to plan Washington’s commercial and recreational fishing seasons with input from the public.

The state hosted more than a dozen online public meetings this spring to gather initial input from anglers around the state.

“We solicit extensive feedback during the North of Falcon proc...