The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife set aside the permanent regulations on Wednesday that would have allowed the opening of sturgeon retention in the Bonneville and The Dalles Pools on Jan.

SEATTLE — Anglers in Washington have a unique opportunity to introduce others to the joys of sportfishing during Free Fishing Weekend, scheduled for June 7 through the 8th. During this event, fishing ...

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A utility’s survey indicates the population of white sturgeon fish in the Snake River between a dam on the Idaho-Oregon border and another in western Washington state is holding ...

Fishing conditions across Southwest Washington are mixed heading into the Fourth of July weekend. Sockeye runs are underwhelming, while steelhead numbers show slight promise. The Columbia River is ...

OLYMPIA, Wash. - Anglers across Washington state can enjoy a license-free fishing weekend next month, courtesy of the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW). The annual Free Fishing ...

May 23—Washington's Free Fishing Weekend returns June 7-8, allowing anglers the opportunity to fish for many species without a license, according to a news release from the Washington state Department ...

KENNEWICK – Fishing will be free in Washington state – no license required for most types of fish – for one weekend in June. Washington state Fish and Wildlife has two days of free fishing each year ...

A stringer of keeper sturgeon taken in the Bonneville pool by clients of Marvin’s Guide Service. Anglers may keep one sturgeon a day with a fork length between 38 and 54 inches. Sturgeon retention in ...