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How-to and where-to tips for beginners

We've all been there. We love the idea of fishing or hunting or clamming, but we don't know where to start. That's why we've created these Start… articles. Each article will walk you through how to get started, including how to participate and where to go. ‌

Angler in floppy gray hat stands next to river holding up a large bass by the lip

Fishing
Smiling angler holds up a Dungeness crab in each hand

Crabbing
A ling of people in shallow surf thumping the sand with shovel handles

Clamming
Young hunter balances rifle on large stump while taking aim

Big game hunting
Hunter wearing orange hat and vest, carries shotgun muzzle up, edge of corn field

Game bird hunting
Western meadowlark with bight yellow chest/throat, singing in sage bush

Birding
Angler fly fishing in a stream

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Current conditions and opportunities to fish, hunt and see wildlife. Updated weekly by fish and wildlife biologists throughout the state.

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