A long-running independent investigation found violations of transparency and conflict-of-interest rules involving members of the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission, adding another chapter to years of controversy over the commission and wildlife management in the state.
Washington hunters can weigh in on potential changes affecting deer, elk, moose, waterfowl, turkey, small game, hunting methods and other regulations before WDFW develops its formal proposals.
Multiple major wildfires have triggered closures across eastern Washington, while drifting smoke is affecting hunting conditions in northern Idaho ahead of the fall seasons.
Washington hunters can now access the latest 2026–2027 seasons and regulations for waterfowl, upland birds, small mammals, and furbearers in the Hunterizer app, building on the previously released big game seasons.
Hunters won’t see grizzly seasons return yet, but the proposal could give western states much greater authority to manage bears and respond to conflicts.
Targeted action in northern Idaho marks first wolf removal effort of its kind in the Panhandle region. Officials say the move is aimed at improving struggling elk populations, while critics question long-term strategy.
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