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Newport Landing will be offering a 1-day trip on the Amigo at $80 per person. It is limited to 20 anglers. This trip is leaving Wednesday, March 10th

OLYMPIA – The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is seeking nominations through March 31 for membership on its Enforcement Advisory Group.
Up to five qualified individuals will be chosen to serve on the Enforcement Advisory Group, which provides recommendations to WDFW on proposed legislation, outreach and education, collaborative projects, the hunting and fishing rules pamphlet and other enforcement issues.

OREGON CITY, Ore. – Fishery managers from Oregon and Washington set spring chinook salmon and sturgeon fishing seasons for the Columbia and Willamette rivers today during a joint state hearing.

Several fisheries, including those in the Willamette River and in the Columbia River between Bonneville Dam and the river mouth, are currently open under permanent rules and will remain open through February. The seasons adopted today will take effect March 1.

Action: Closes smelt fishery, prior to the scheduled closing date of March 31.
Effective dates: March 11, 2010.
Species affected: Eulachon smelt.
Location: Mainstem Columbia River.
Reason for action: The 2010 mainstem fisheries were developed to act as a test fishery in an effort to gauge the abundance of the 2010 return. The 2010 smelt run appears to be complete and no additional fishing time is required. This rule also is consistent with the Columbia River Compact action of March 8, 2010.

Big topwater baits are commonly used during tarpon trips or when targeting muskie. Surprisingly enough, Elite Series pro Jason Quinn reveals that big topwater baits are a key part of his summertime bass fishing arsenal.

As I look back on this year’s Bassmaster Classic, I can’t help but view it with mixed emotions. When I heard my name called as the winner I was filled with grateful pride and a deep sense of accomplishment. It was truly overwhelming.

COLUMBUS, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife invites the public to comment on the agency’s strategic planning document.

The public is encouraged to review the draft document and provide comments via an online survey. Comments will be accepted until June 1, 2010. The current draft document and survey is available online at wildohio.com.

CONCORD, N.H. — The Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire, the official non-profit partner of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, is pleased to announce the addition of three new board members who bring to the organization a wealth of background and experience in hunting, fishing and conservation.

PHOENIX — A public meeting of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission will be held Tuesday, March 9 at the Arizona Game and Fish Department headquarters at 5000 W. Carefree Highway in Phoenix.
The meeting will begin at 1 p.m. with an executive session, followed by the public session. Members of the commission will attend either in person or by telephone conference call.

CONCORD, N.H. — The Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire, the official non-profit partner of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, is pleased to announce the addition of three new board members who bring to the organization a wealth of background and experience in hunting, fishing and conservation.