WDFW to allow public comment on lower Columbia river hatchery reform plan.

December 4, 2015 – J. W. Snyder – NWFN The state has decided to extent the courtesy of public comment on the current hatchery reform plan for the lower Columbia River.  This content is available for subscribers only.  To get the full story about the things that really matter to Northwest anglers.     Subscribe to NWFN …

Still no go for Coho on the Chehalis River

DECEMBER 1, 2015 ANDY WALGAMOTT- northwest sportsman Citing less than adequate numbers of wild coho back into the Grays Harbor system, a state salmon manager says there won’t be a reopener anytime soon. This content is available for subscribers only.  To get the full story about the things that really matter to Northwest anglers.     …

State closes Marine Area 10 to salmon fishing, crying foul hook as a result of catch and release death rates.

OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) – Fisheries managers are concerned about the impact catch-and-release is having on endangered chinook salmon and have closed salmon fishing two months early in the central Puget Sound. The Kitsap Sun reports that even when anglers toss them back, many salmon end up dying from the This content is available for subscribers …

Idaho anglers get triples bag limits!

Doug Lindley – Idaho State Journal 11/28/2015 The Idaho Fish and Game Commission recently approved changes to the state’s fishing rules for the 2016, 2017 and 2018 seasons. The new rules will go into effect on Jan. 1. This content is available for subscribers only.  To get the full story about the things that really matter …

There’s Monster Walleye called Zander, lurking in Netherlands waters.

When it come to fishing for pike-perch, Amsterdam in the Netherlands is offering up some world-class trophy sized Zander. Closely related to the Walleye pike the Zander is like a Walleye on steroids. For those not familiar with fishing in the Netherlands, Amsterdam is well-known as a pike-perch fishing hot spot, and is considered by many …

Roche Harbor Salmon Classic taking place in the San Juan Island region Jan. 21-23

The Roche Harbor Salmon Classic Invitational held Jan. 21-23 on San Juan Island has just 10 spots left available. This derby is limited to 100 boats with a maximum of four anglers per boat. Cost is $810.75, and includes tax, all dinners for registered anglers and moorage. First place is $10,000, second place is $5,000, …

Swift Reservoir to remain open for another month

J. W. Snyder NWFN 11-23-2015 This content is available for subscribers only.  To get the full story about the things that really matter to Northwest anglers.     Subscribe to NWFN Today!                               Subscribe to Northwest Fishing News for all the latest …

Fishing is a way of life for the Lummi nation

By RALPH SCHWARTZ – Associated Press – Sunday, November 22, 2015   This content is available for subscribers only.  To get the full story about the things that really matter to Northwest anglers.     Subscribe to NWFN Today!                               Subscribe to Northwest …

The New Shakespeare Ugly Stik Elite Salmon and Steelhead Rods

John W. Snyder 11/20/2015 NWFN   When it comes to getting the best value for your dollar, it’s hard to beat an Ugly Stik! We reviewed these two poles and they are now among our favorites for salmon and steelhead fishing. The 8″6″ medium heavy Ugly Elite spinning model in my opinion is worth far more …