Washington's WDFW proposes permanent trapping restrictions in four national forests to protect the endangered Cascade red fox, seeking public comment on the rule.

The WDFW is seeking public input on a rule to prevent the creation of unauthorized trails across its lands, crucial for health of natural habitats and wildlife.

Seattle Parks and Recreation is seeking proposals for a firm to manage their golf courses, focusing on inclusivity, community engagement, and sustainability. The deadline for submissions is August 9.

A kinkajou found at a Yakima rest stop has been taken in by Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium with help from state officials, highlighting the issues of exotic pet trade and wildlife conservation.

Seattle Parks and Recreation is developing an Integrated Aquatic Vegetation Management Plan for Green Lake, holding a public meeting to discuss concerns and strategies.

Seattle preps for a summer series of free Native Indigenous cultural events at City Hall Park, with music, storytelling, and dance from July to September.

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission discussed various wildlife and habitat issues at their meeting in Vancouver, including land transactions, cougar management, and conservation efforts.

Marine Area 11 in Washington extends its salmon season to daily fishing through end-June, allowing two hatchery Chinook retentions. This decision follows low catch rates within quota limits.

WDFW authorizes daily salmon fishing in Marine Area 11 through June, with an increased limit of two hatchery Chinook salmon per day, due to lower-than-expected catch rates.

Seattle's SDOT collaborates with conservationists to protect and monitor the city's rebounding peregrine falcon population, with successful initiatives including nest boxes on bridges.

Renovations begin on the historic Wilburton Trestle in King County, WA, to transform it into a segment of the 42-mile Eastrail recreational trail, with funding from various partners including Amazon.

Point Defiance Zoo celebrates its first sea lion pup birth, a female, with plans to have visitors vote on her name. Parents Eloise and Boomer were matched under the Species Survival Plan.

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife imposes new fishing regulations on the Skykomish River to protect local fish populations, especially the Chinook salmon.