http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/index.html en-us Copyright 2013 The Seattle Times Company Mon, 20 May 2013 17:40:33 PDT Mon, 20 May 2013 17:40:33 PDT MattBase 1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/20/state-fish-and-wildlife-saltwater-fish-checks-7/?syndication=rss Salmon and saltwater Don Armeni ramp, West Seattle — May 14: Three boats with six anglers caught three lingcod and 20 flounder; May 16: Two boats with four anglers caught 16 flounder and three lingcod; May 19: 13 boats with 25 anglers caught four lingcod and 47 flounder. Eddie Vine ramp, Shils Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/20/state-fish-and-wildlife-saltwater-fish-checks-7/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 16:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/20/alaska-cruise-do-i-still-hate-cruising-lets-go-out-for-a-beer/?syndication=rss So, do I still hate cruising? If I were sitting with you in a favorite watering hole over beers, the answer might be easier, though probably not shorter. (Some people tend toward glib in the influence of alcohol; I tend to wax philosophical.) I might do that anyway, but for the record I’m drin Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/20/alaska-cruise-do-i-still-hate-cruising-lets-go-out-for-a-beer/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 16:31:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/20/port-angeles-area-halibut-fishery-reopened-with-good-results-but-faded-by-saturday/?syndication=rss The halibut fishery in the eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca reopened last Thursday (May 16) with good results but began to slowly fade by Saturday mainly due to bad weather. “We had a couple decent days of halibut fishing, and then it dropped off as the weather kind of got crummy and foggy,&rdqu Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/20/port-angeles-area-halibut-fishery-reopened-with-good-results-but-faded-by-saturday/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 15:31:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/20/kokanee-derby-at-lake-stevens-lures-220-anglers-on-saturday/?syndication=rss The Lake Stevens Kokanee Derby hosted by the Snohomish Sportsman’s Club and Lake Stevens Lions Club was held this past Saturday (May 18), and 220 anglers turned out to try their luck. The biggest kokanee was caught by Bronson Rowe weighed 1.68 pounds, and earned him $1,000. Second place was Wa Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/20/kokanee-derby-at-lake-stevens-lures-220-anglers-on-saturday/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 14:31:07 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/20/ballard-angler-hooks-big-halibut-out-of-kayak-off-neah-bay/?syndication=rss Another big fish story has been reeled in, and this one ranks in the lore of David and Goliath. One of the hardest challenges for boat anglers is catching a giant halibut, but just imagine doing it aboard a 14-foot kayak. That is just what Brad Hole of Ballard did May 9 while fishing off Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/20/ballard-angler-hooks-big-halibut-out-of-kayak-off-neah-bay/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 11:46:10 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/19/sno-king-cca-meeting-guest-speaker-will-discuss-olympic-peninsula-steelhead-hatchery-program/?syndication=rss Everyone is invited to attend the Sno-King Coastal Conservation Association meeting 7 p.m. Thursday (May 23) at the Sammamish Grange Hall, 14654 148th Ave. N.E. in Woodinville. Matt McCullough with the Olympic Peninsula Guides Association will discuss the steelhead broodstock hatchery program. After Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/19/sno-king-cca-meeting-guest-speaker-will-discuss-olympic-peninsula-steelhead-hatchery-program/?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 19:01:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/19/outdoor-writer-dave-graybill-points-rod-to-yakima-for-salmon/?syndication=rss Here is the latest fishing report from Dave Graybill, longtime Eastern Washington outdoor radio host and angler: Spring salmon runs have been on the rebound on the Yakima River for several years now, and two sections of the river are open to fishing again this season. One is from the I-82 Bridge in Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/19/outdoor-writer-dave-graybill-points-rod-to-yakima-for-salmon/?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 14:01:08 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/19/two-kids-fishing-events-coming-up-early-next-month/?syndication=rss There are some kids fishing events coming up soon to get them hooked into the sport. Heart Lake in Anacortes is offering the 20th annual Kids Fishing Event Saturday (June 1) which is sponsored by the City of Anacortes Parks and Recreation and the Fidalgo-San Juan Chapter of the Puget Sound Anglers. Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/19/two-kids-fishing-events-coming-up-early-next-month/?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 11:16:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/19/an-alaska-cruise-photo-gallery/?syndication=rss Here are some more of my favorites of the hundreds of photos I shot during my week aboard Star Princess. I’ll make a final blog posting Monday to sum up my thoughts about the cruise — will I do it again? — and respond to some reader questions I didn’t get to. Thanks for all Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/19/an-alaska-cruise-photo-gallery/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 13:31:08 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/travel/2020993103_columbiahillsstateparkxml.html?syndication=rss ‘Gems of Our Washington State Parks’ series profiles a park with history, artifacts and eye-popping scenery in the Columbia River Gorge. Travel http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/travel/2020993103_columbiahillsstateparkxml.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 09:26:41 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2020932750_readers-best-washington-state-parks.html?syndication=rss Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2020932750_readers-best-washington-state-parks.html?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 09:29:51 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2021013661_outn19.html?syndication=rss They tied the still thrashing halibut to the back of the kayak, and made it back to shore where the fish measured almost 55 inches and weighed an estimated 80 pounds. Other Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2021013661_outn19.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 20:46:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/18/public-meeting-may-29-to-discuss-the-state-of-cowlitz-river-fisheries-and-hatchery/?syndication=rss State Fish and Wildlife is hosting a public meeting to discuss the Cowlitz River fisheries and hatchery programs 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 29 at Centralia College in Washington Hall Room 103, at Washington Ave. and Pear Street. State Fish and Wildlife and Tacoma Power officials will discuss Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/18/public-meeting-may-29-to-discuss-the-state-of-cowlitz-river-fisheries-and-hatchery/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 16:01:10 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/18/alaska-cruise-faqs-internet-seasickness-tipping-and-smoking/?syndication=rss Here’s a roundup of cruise FAQs, with my answers alongside some of the standard info from Princess: Q: How does Internet work onboard? A: Pretty badly, in my experience. Princess clearly cautions that the ship’s satellite internet is slower than what you’re accustomed to in the cit Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/18/alaska-cruise-faqs-internet-seasickness-tipping-and-smoking/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 14:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/18/latest-columbia-river-northern-pikeminnow-reward-catches/?syndication=rss Here is the weekly update on the Northern Pikeminnow Sport Reward Fishery Program happening on the Columbia River. The harvest total from May 6-12 was 6,019 pikeminnow (Compared to 3,299 the week before) from 1,295 anglers (999) for a catch average of 4.6 fish per angler (3.3) with two tags recovere Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/18/latest-columbia-river-northern-pikeminnow-reward-catches/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 11:16:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/18/columbia-river-estuary-sturgeon-catch-on-opening-weekend-was-good/?syndication=rss The Lower Columbia estuary sturgeon fishery got off to a fairly good start last weekend (May 11-12). “Pretty good opening weekend on the Washington side,” said Joe Hymer, a state Fish and Wildlife biologist. “Almost a 50/50 chance a sturgeon caught would be legal-size (41-inch mini Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/18/columbia-river-estuary-sturgeon-catch-on-opening-weekend-was-good/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 10:31:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/18/alaska-cruise-if-sourdough-country-isnt-entertaining-enough-heres-whats-onboard/?syndication=rss Onboard entertainment varies from cruise to cruise, ranging from Vegas-style shows in a large theater to piano-bar crooners, comedians and all the way down to passenger talent shows. On the booking circuit, this looks to be about the next notch down from tribal casinos, but hey, it’s all inclu Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/18/alaska-cruise-if-sourdough-country-isnt-entertaining-enough-heres-whats-onboard/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 14:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/17/alaska-cruise-shore-excursions-are-key-and-they-can-cost-you/?syndication=rss If, like me, you’re a cruising skeptic, time on shore in Alaska will be an important component of any cruise you might end up taking (to please your significant other, or because you have no other way to see Glacier Bay, or whatever). Shore excursions are also a major moneymaker for cruise lin Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/17/alaska-cruise-shore-excursions-are-key-and-they-can-cost-you/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 14:46:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2020993129_comingupcalendar19xml.html?syndication=rss A long-range calendar of festivals and fun beyond Seattle Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2020993129_comingupcalendar19xml.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 21:01:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/17/alaska-cruise-i-lost-ounces-on-the-cruise-ship-diet/?syndication=rss OK, I’m eating crow now, which will probably just make me lose even more weight. Turns out I’ve lost a pound this week while cruising to Alaska on the Star Princess. My final weigh-in, Friday afternoon: 197, down from 198 last Saturday when we left Seattle. We’re home at 7 in the m Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/17/alaska-cruise-i-lost-ounces-on-the-cruise-ship-diet/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 19:01:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/17/perch-fishing-picks-up-at-potholes-reservoir/?syndication=rss Here is a report from Mike Meseberg with MarDon Resort in the Potholes Reservoir of Eastern Washington: Improved perch fishing has been reported all over Potholes Reservoir.  This past week many fishermen have limited on perch up to 12 inches at the MarDon Marina.  Othello Resident, Levi R Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/17/perch-fishing-picks-up-at-potholes-reservoir/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 18:46:08 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/17/get-ready-for-the-summer-crush-at-sea-tac-airport/?syndication=rss  You and 99,999 other passengers; that’s the averagel crowd on a summer day at Sea-Tac Airport.  And it could be even busier this summer season, which traditionally begins Memorial Day weekend.  Last year the airport had a record 33.2 million passengers; this year it’ Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/17/get-ready-for-the-summer-crush-at-sea-tac-airport/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 18:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/17/alaska-cruise-a-refreshing-walk-in-the-woods-away-from-ketchikans-tourist-traps/?syndication=rss KETCHIKAN – We had only a morning in port at Alaska’s self-described “First City.” It isn’t called that because it’s largest; with just about 8,000 population in its city limits it is actually the fourth-largest city in Alaska, which says something about the empti Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/17/alaska-cruise-a-refreshing-walk-in-the-woods-away-from-ketchikans-tourist-traps/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 16:07:13 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/17/quincy-valley-pikeminnow-derby-this-weekend/?syndication=rss Here is the latest fishing report from Dave Graybill, longtime Eastern Washington outdoor radio host and angler: The Quincy Valley Tourism Association’s annual Pikeminnow Derby kicks off this weekend, and if you haven’t registered for the event you still have time.  Registrations wi Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/17/quincy-valley-pikeminnow-derby-this-weekend/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 13:16:08 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/17/low-cost-life-jackets-for-sale-this-saturday-at-evans-pool-in-seattle/?syndication=rss Water safety is the high priority when it comes to boating, and the Seattle Parks and Recreation Department is offering high-quality life jackets for sale 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Saturday (May 18) at Evans Pool in Green Lake Park. This event will be the first of five sales dates that Seattle Parks an Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/17/low-cost-life-jackets-for-sale-this-saturday-at-evans-pool-in-seattle/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 13:16:08 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/17/alaska-cruise-youre-on-vacation-is-alcohol-on-your-mind/?syndication=rss You’re on vacation. You’re ready to let down your hair, kick up your heels, even do the funky chicken if the spirit moves you. The cruise ship’s alcohol policy matters to you. On my Princess cruise to Alaska, while food of all types is included in the cruise ticket, alcoholic bever Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/17/alaska-cruise-youre-on-vacation-is-alcohol-on-your-mind/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 16:06:56 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2021001637_relocateddeerxml.html?syndication=rss The white-tailed deer moved from an area in danger of flooding to a protected habitat in Clark County are adapting, says the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2021001637_relocateddeerxml.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 22:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/16/final-spring-coastal-razor-clam-dig-is-memorial-day-weekend-at-twin-harbors/?syndication=rss Coastal razor clam diggers will get one more shot, and this will be the absolute final digs of the spring season. Twin Harbors will be open May 24-26 on Memorial Day weekend. Digging will be allowed until noon each day. All other ocean beaches – Long Beach, Copalis and Mocrocks – are clo Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/16/final-spring-coastal-razor-clam-dig-is-memorial-day-weekend-at-twin-harbors/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 17:46:03 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/16/alaska-cruise-dopey-souvenirs-from-the-northland/?syndication=rss Every place has its dopey souvenirs that tourists love. In Seattle, it’s anything made of Mount St. Helens ash. In Alaska? Take a look… Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/16/alaska-cruise-dopey-souvenirs-from-the-northland/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 09:01:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/16/readers-pick-their-favorite-washington-state-parks/?syndication=rss Seattle Times readers have spoken­­­ on their favorite Washington state parks.  And we’ve created an interactive map with their picks. If you’re looking for somewhere to camp, picnic, hike, or  simply enjoy the scenery, take a look at your fellow Washingto Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/16/readers-pick-their-favorite-washington-state-parks/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 13:31:07 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/16/lake-stevens-kokanee-derby-is-this-saturday/?syndication=rss The Lake Stevens Kokanee Derby is this Saturday (May 18), and the fishery has started to improve with good catches in recent days. “Overall the derby has had a little less interest, but the kokanee fishing has been pretty good, and most of the regulars are getting their limits,” said Mik Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/16/lake-stevens-kokanee-derby-is-this-saturday/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 15:31:08 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/16/alaska-cruise-glacier-bay-is-a-religious-experience/?syndication=rss I walked out on deck from my windowless cabin Wednesday morning to spirit-soaring sunshine glinting off jagged, snowy mountains that seemed to be reaching for the North Pole. This day, the Star Princess would be the first cruise ship of the season into famed Glacier Bay. The weather was a huge gift. Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/16/alaska-cruise-glacier-bay-is-a-religious-experience/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 15:31:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/16/alaska-cruise-right-people-in-the-right-jobs-but-a-kitschy-captains-party/?syndication=rss One thing I like about this voyage: some of the people they’ve brought to their party. –In a place such as Alaska, where nature is the star, it’s to the cruise line’s credit that they have an on-board naturalist of the caliber of Michael Modzelewski. He grew up in Cleveland, Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/16/alaska-cruise-right-people-in-the-right-jobs-but-a-kitschy-captains-party/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 13:46:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/16/oregon-fish-and-wildlife-columbia-river-regional-fishing-reports-3/?syndication=rss COLUMBIA FISHING REPORTS BY OREGON FISH AND WILDLIFE Weekend Fishing Opportunities: Angling for summer steelhead and spring Chinook jacks opens Thursday, May 16 between Tongue Point and the I-5 Bridge. Shad angling opens Thursday, May 16 between Buoy 10 and Bonneville Dam. Sturgeon angling is good i Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/16/oregon-fish-and-wildlife-columbia-river-regional-fishing-reports-3/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 13:16:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/16/two-sections-of-snake-river-to-close-for-spring-chinook-and-one-will-remain-open/?syndication=rss The lowered spring chinook forecast has affected the Snake River fishery in two sections that will close immediately while another will remain open. State Fish and Wildlife officials reduced the spring chinook forecast from 141,400 to 107,500. The updated run size means anglers were nearing the tota Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/16/two-sections-of-snake-river-to-close-for-spring-chinook-and-one-will-remain-open/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 12:31:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/16/commercial-chinook-troll-fishery-improved-just-as-the-recent-storm-blew-them-off-the-water/?syndication=rss The northern coastal nontribal commercial chinook troll fishery was just starting to see an increase and then a storm blew them off the ocean. “The trollers had got into them just before the storm hit, and had a couple of good days of fishing and some pretty good hits,” said Doug Milward Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/16/commercial-chinook-troll-fishery-improved-just-as-the-recent-storm-blew-them-off-the-water/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 11:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/16/alaska-cruise-gooey-dessert-of-the-day-and-a-weigh-in/?syndication=rss OK, since my initial weigh-in, I held steady the first day (did brisk walks around the deck); lost a pound the second day (lots of walking around Juneau), but now I’m up two pounds. (The desserts are ganging up on me.) All I had for breakfast was Raisin Bran, grapefruit and yogurt. Honest. Her Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/16/alaska-cruise-gooey-dessert-of-the-day-and-a-weigh-in/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 12:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020993508_cdatebook17xml.html?syndication=rss A detailed, categorized calendar of events all over Seattle and Western Washington, May 17-23, 2013. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020993508_cdatebook17xml.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 21:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020993536_highlight17xml.html?syndication=rss Syttende Mai, May 17, Seattle; and Poulsbo Viking Fest, May 17-19. Entertainment http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/entertainment/2020993536_highlight17xml.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 21:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/15/alaska-cruise-3-things-worth-doing-in-skagway-seattles-gold-rush-twin-city/?syndication=rss SKAGWAY, Alaska – What a charming town full of history is Skagway – or Skagua, Skaqua, Cquque, Schkague, or any of a bunch of other historical spellings for the native Tlingit name that means something like “wind-rippled waters.” By original custom, the Tlingit didn’t h Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/15/alaska-cruise-3-things-worth-doing-in-skagway-seattles-gold-rush-twin-city/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 15:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2020993648_fish16.html?syndication=rss Halibut fishing at Westport has been really good, too. Other Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2020993648_fish16.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 20:46:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/lake-chelan-kokanee-top-spot-in-north-central-washington/?syndication=rss Here is the latest fishing report from Dave Graybill, longtime Eastern Washington outdoor radio host and angler: Kokanee fishing has been spectacular at Lake Chelan this season, and it continues to be one of the best fisheries in the region.  If you haven’t tried this yet, or don’t Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/lake-chelan-kokanee-top-spot-in-north-central-washington/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 18:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2020993053_readerslensoutdoors19xml.html?syndication=rss Seattle Times reader Xing Du’s close-up look at a little duck by Kirkland’s Juanita Bay. Outdoors http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2020993053_readerslensoutdoors19xml.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 17:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/westport-halibut-fishery-will-get-one-more-day-of-fishing-this-weekend/?syndication=rss The Westport halibut fishery has enjoyed a brief season, and after this Sunday (May 19) it will be shutdown completely. “The decision after looking at preliminary catch estimates (from Tuesday, May 14) is that we could get through one more day of fishing on Sunday,” said Heather Reed, th Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/westport-halibut-fishery-will-get-one-more-day-of-fishing-this-weekend/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 17:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/columbia-river-anglers-can-add-shad-to-the-fishing-menu-starting-thursday/?syndication=rss The shad fishery in the Lower Columbia River opens Thursday (May 16) and the counts at Bonneville Dam have started to increase. That should be good news for those tossing shad darts into the rolling waters below the dam. Through May 14, 14,596 shad have crossed Bonneville. Single-day counts have bee Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/columbia-river-anglers-can-add-shad-to-the-fishing-menu-starting-thursday/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 16:31:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/coastal-razor-clam-digs-might-get-two-more-days-at-twin-harbors-in-what-has-been-a-record-breaking-season/?syndication=rss The most recent coastal razor clam outings May 8-14 at Twin Harbors and Long Beach produced excellent digging, and another short series is just on the horizon. “I have recommended a couple more days of digging (this month) at Twin Harbors, and the final word should be out in the next day or tw Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/coastal-razor-clam-digs-might-get-two-more-days-at-twin-harbors-in-what-has-been-a-record-breaking-season/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 15:16:08 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/hoh-river-on-northern-olympic-coast-closed-to-protect-poor-wild-chinook-returns/?syndication=rss Here is a news release from Olympic National Park on the immediate closure of chinook fishing on the Hoh River: Olympic National Park has released its sport fishing regulations for 2013-2014 and announced the closure of recreational fishing in the Hoh River watershed effective immediately. Approxima Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/hoh-river-on-northern-olympic-coast-closed-to-protect-poor-wild-chinook-returns/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 14:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/chef-tom-douglas/?syndication=rss Halibut fishing is now in full swing, and Douglas offers a recipe for this firm, sweet tasting white fish. Douglas will contribute some of his tasty recipes for the Reel Time Fishing NW blog in our Catch of the Week each Wednesday through October. Catch of the Day will also include recipes from othe Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/chef-tom-douglas/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 13:16:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/icicle-river-opens-saturday-for-hatchery-spring-chinook-fishing/?syndication=rss The Icicle River near Leavenworth opens May 18 through July 31 for hatchery spring chinook, and a modest return of 4,000 fish should produce some glory moments although not like in years past. The daily limit is hatchery-marked spring chinook with a minimum size of 12 inches. The Icicle is open from Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/icicle-river-opens-saturday-for-hatchery-spring-chinook-fishing/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 12:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/two-areas-of-puget-sound-to-reopen-for-spot-shrimp-for-one-additional-day/?syndication=rss The sport spot shrimp fishery will reopen Wednesday, May 22 in south central Puget Sound (Marine Catch Area 11) and central Puget Sound (10) outside of Elliott Bay which is closed. On that day fishing will be allowed from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. only. Elliott Bay inludes all sections east of a line from Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/15/two-areas-of-puget-sound-to-reopen-for-spot-shrimp-for-one-additional-day/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 12:01:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/14/no-decision-yet-on-reopening-columbia-river-mainstem-for-spring-chinook-fishing/?syndication=rss Here is a link to the Vancouver Columbian outdoor reporter Allen Thomas’ story on possibly reopening spring chinook fishing in the Columbia River mainstem. According to the story Washington and Oregon fisheries haven’t made a decision either way, but sport fishing could reopen betwe Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/14/no-decision-yet-on-reopening-columbia-river-mainstem-for-spring-chinook-fishing/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 19:46:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/14/where-theyre-biting-where-theyre-not-5/?syndication=rss This is an interactive map that shows the best and worst places to cast a line in Western Washington. It’s usually updated on Tuesdays. Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/14/where-theyre-biting-where-theyre-not-5/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 18:16:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/14/northern-coastal-hatchery-chinook-fishery-by-the-numbers/?syndication=rss Here are the catch results for the May 10-11 northern coastal hatchery-marked chinook fishery: La Push had 143 anglers with four hatchery chinook for 0.14 chinook per angler trip. Neah Bay had 629 anglers with 72 hatchery chinook for 0.11 chinook per angler trip. The hatchery chinook fishery at both Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/14/northern-coastal-hatchery-chinook-fishery-by-the-numbers/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 17:31:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/14/alaska-cruise-all-about-my-cozy-cabin-on-star-princess/?syndication=rss A thing I like about the cruise: My cozy cabin, on the Star Princess’s Lido Deck. It’s an interior room with no windows, the lowest-priced cabin, and I like it just fine. No worries about the midnight sun – yes, it’s Alaska – keeping me awake. It’s a model of effi Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/14/alaska-cruise-all-about-my-cozy-cabin-on-star-princess/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 22:16:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/14/columbia-river-regional-fishing-reports-show-a-nice-mix-of-fish-to-catch/?syndication=rss Here is the latest Columbia River regional fishing reports compiled by Joe Hymer, a state Fish and Wildlife biologist: Salmon/Steelhead Cowlitz River – Spring Chinook are being caught, primarily around the barrier dam. Return as of May 10 is 701 adults including 33 wild origin. Hatchery escape Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/05/14/columbia-river-regional-fishing-reports-show-a-nice-mix-of-fish-to-catch/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 11:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/14/alaska-cruise-waking-up-in-the-49th-state-and-visiting-juneaus-calving-glacier/?syndication=rss JUNEAU – I stepped out on deck this morning around 8 to find we’d left behind the foggy ocean – and the rolling seas – and were plowing through scenic Frederick Sound. It was raining. Hard. I stopped on the bow and happily helped take a “we both want to be in the pictur Northwest Traveler blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/northwesttraveler/2013/05/14/alaska-cruise-waking-up-in-the-49th-state-and-visiting-juneaus-calving-glacier/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 07:46:30 PDT