It’s a very important time for salmon anglers as we’re within days of the final outcome of the 2020-2021 salmon fishing season setting process that will determine where we can …
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I’ve been fortunate enough to write scores of fishing and outdoors columns in a variety of publications for more than 28 years, and now I’m excited to share my passion …
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Salmon returning to the Middle Fork of the Newaukum River near Chehalis, Washington, will have an easier time swimming upriver this fall, thanks to a project that will open up …
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A silver swarm of coho salmon have already made their appearance in Pacific Northwest salt waters. But September is the time when these acrobatic fish really flip the switch. So, …
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April in the Northwest to me means Chinook salmon! Whether in the saltwater or on the Columbia River (or its tributaries), this is a good month to get out and …
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Killer whales are often thought of as symbols of the Pacific Northwest, but there’s another member of the cetacean family (whales and dolphins) that might be even more Pacific Northwest …
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It’s common knowledge that our Southern Resident killer whale (orca) population (74 whales as of December) is endangered and in dire need of assistance. In response, Governor Jay Inslee has …
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Scientists Propose Breaching Dams to Save Orcas
by Eva Seelyeby Eva SeelyeIt’s a race to save our southern resident killer whales from extinction and the limited availability of Chinook is deemed a contributing factor to their downfall. According to the Seattle …
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November is a down time for big water fishing in the Northwest, but it’s still a good time to give thanks for the opportunities we do have. Don’t winterize that …
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There really is no quiet time when it comes to embracing or fighting boating regulations or ideas. There is no off-season; no downtime. They can come at any hour, from …
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Brothers and sisters, we’re ready to fish! June is a great time to kick off the festivities. It’s been a long winter, so time to get that boat ready and …
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After much debate over the looming threat of declining salmon populations, the Pacific Fishery Management Council came to an agreement for the 2018 fishing season that aims to meet conservation …