State wants views on wildlife

THE OLYMPIAN

Originally published Friday, March 15, 2002

OLYMPIA -- Anyone with an opinion on how the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife should manage the state's wildlife over the next six years can make it known through an on-line survey on the department' Web site.

The survey, at www.wa.gov/wdfw/wlm/surveys/gamesurvey.htm, will help Fish and Wildlife develop a plan for conservation efforts and hunting seasons through 2008. The plan will outline long-term management strategies and funding priorities.

The survey culminates an effort, started in May, to seek public views in identifying wildlife management issues.

Survey results will be part of a plan that will be available for public comment this spring. The final plan would be adopted by the Fish and Wildlife Commission in August.

- SPORTSMAN'S SHOW: The first Seattle Sportsmen's Show at the Stadium Exhibition Center continues through Sunday.

The show features seminars and demonstration by local and national expert anglers, hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts.

Hours are 1 to 10 p.m. today, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for children 6 to 16.

For more info, call 503-246-8291 or www.sportshow.net/seattle

- BOAT SAFETY CLASS: The Olympia Sail and Power Squadron will offer its monthly boating safety class from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 30 at the Hawks Prairie Fire Station.

The class covers basic boat handling, required equipment, navigation aids, marine radio and rules of the water. Cost is $30. For information, call John De Meyer at 360-456-4708.

The Olympian Copyright 2002

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