Rule-making status: Permanent
Summary of proposed rule
The department considered rule changes for hunting season regulations for the 2022-2023 game seasons.
Scope and rationale for proposed rule
The overall purpose of these rule amendments is the continuing provision of sustainable recreational hunting opportunities and population management of covered wildlife species, in furtherance of RCW 77.04.012.
Documents
Public hearing
March 18, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. - Webinar
Date of Adoption: April 8, 2022
For more information
Visit the Hunting season setting timeline page for more information about the steps involved in the hunting season-setting process.
Staff Contact: heather.bonagofski@dfw.wa.gov
Public comments
The comment period for this rule proposal has closed as of March 19, 2022.
To view comments on this proposal, please visit the Annual Hunting Season Setting engagement page.