WDFW eyes 3-year hunting season plans
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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is charged with managing wild game populations such as deer and elk. The department is currently asking for the public's feedback regarding setting hunting season regulations.
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OLYMPIA – The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is asking for the public’s feedback as it begins its latest three-year season-setting efforts, according to a WDFW press release.
“We encourage everyone interested in upcoming hunting seasons to send us feedback to help inform the rule-making process,” said Anis Aoude, WDFW game division manager. “This process helps us better understand the experiences Washington hunters want, and we need your feedback to help us determine the path forward.”
Through the public scoping survey, members of the public can submit proposed Washington Administrative Code (WAC) changes for the 2024-2026 hunting seasons. Suggestions can be related to specific game species, permits, access, or general game management. Suggestions submitted during the scoping period will play a role in the Department deciding which hunting rule change proposals should move forward in the rule-making process, according to the release.
The comment period begins June 15 and runs through July 2. Comments may be submitted online through WDFW’s public scoping survey at https://publicinput.com/i4611, via email at [email protected] or by voicemail at 855-925-2801. Written commentary may also be submitted by mail at:
WDFW – Wildlife Program
PO Box 43200
Olympia, WA 98504
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