No boat? No problem. We’ve got a blog and video to get you out bass fishing anyway. WDFW warmwater fisheries biologist Danny Garrett’s blog covers everything you need to know to get started bass angling from shore. Read on for details on finding shore access, what to look for from the shore, lures, tactics, and more to help you succeed as a bass angler: https://wdfw.medium.com/beginner-tips-for-catching-bass-from-the-shoreline-49bee7c7eb6c In addition, WDFW recently added a mapping feature to it

11K views · 117 reactions | WDFW fish biologists have taken you fishing for whitefish in the winter before but now want to show you how to take advantage of the exceptional Lake Whitefish fishery that occurs at Banks Lake and other reservoirs in eastern Washington throughout the summer months. #FishWashington #Whitefish | Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife | Facebook

Before you head out to catch a pink salmon, remember shoreline etiquette. Respect the space and give fellow anglers room to cast and reel. Crowding the shoreline not only causes tangles—it dampens the experience for everyone. Pack it in, pack it out. Dispose of fishing line, bait containers, and snack wrappers properly. Wildlife and water quality depend on it. Know the rules and check WDFW regulations before you go. Stay informed and fish legally. Refer to the WDFW fishing regulations webpage: h

Mark your calendars for our National Hunting and Fishing Day Celebration on September 23 in Snohomish! You can pre-register for the event at http://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/huntered/hunt_fish_day.html. And a big thank you to all of the event sponsors: Stillaguamish Tribe, Safari Club International - SCI (NW Chapter), Stonerose, Volterra, Trout Unlimited (Monroe Chapter), WA Hunter Education Instructors Association, WA Friends of the NRA, WA Grand Lodge Medical Team, Bass Pro Shops, WA Ornamental Game

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