THE INWC JOURNAL
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Conservation Corner
This Conservation Corner article is written by INWC member Ken McNaughton, M.F., who chairs our Fishing Committee. Ken shares an important conservation practice that many anglers may not be aware of—one that can make a significant difference for wildlife and our aquatic environments with just a small change in how
First Bucks and Lasting Traditions: Passing the Torch Through Trophy Territory
There’s something about a first hunt that sticks with you forever. Ask any hunter, and they can tell you about their first deer, first elk, first long sit in the cold waiting for something to move. The details blur over time, but the memory doesn’t. That’s one of the things
What Is Ethical Hunting? (And Why It Matters More Than Ever)
When people picture hunters, the image that often comes to mind is a man kneeling beside a massive animal, gripping a rifle and grinning behind an impressive rack of antlers. For some, this symbolizes domination or senseless killing. But what if that image, and everything behind it, is deeply misunderstood?
Nesting Boxes for Wood Ducks: A Collaborative Conservation Effort
Written by Ken McNaughton, M.F. At the Inland Northwest Wildlife Council (INWC), we believe that conservation is most impactful when it’s community-driven, and especially when it helps foster the next generation of environmental stewards. One way we’ve supported that mission over the years is by mentoring local youth working toward
Behind Closed Doors: Why Transparency Matters in Washington’s Wildlife Policy
Written by Melannie Jones, Executive Director INWC The future of Washington’s hunting and fishing heritage is at a critical juncture—not because of a single regulation, but due to deepening concerns about transparency and accountability within the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) Commission. Over the past several months, public
July From the Deck
By Z Zubrick Halfway through the year already—can you believe it? I owe you all an apology for missing last month’s From My Deck in the INWC newsletter. Between recovering from hand and arm surgery and preparing for major logging on our property (in the name of wildfire safety), life’s
Working Together to Make Hunting Possible for People with Disabilities
Hunting can be hard, even for experienced hunters. So, imagine the added challenge of trying to hunt when confined to a wheelchair or with limited use of parts of your body. That’s a reality for many people in our state, but one that the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Route Patrol
Not to be confused with the old TV show, “Rat Patrol”! Looking for a way to give back? Looking for a community service project? Join us as we patrol two routes in the Colville National Forest that have been gated off for Disabled Access Only. With enough volunteers, we will
Conservation Corner – Leave no Trace
Welcome to the INWC Conservation Corner, where to cover topics related to fish, wildlife, conservation, habitat and outdoor recreation. This month’s issue was submitted by board member Ken McNaughton and highlights how to enjoy the outdoors while leaving no trace. We hope you enjoy this issue!
American’s Attitudes Toward Hunting
By Marie Neumiller Each month I have the opportunity to attend WDFW commission meetings and speak on behalf of the members of the Inland Northwest Wildlife Council as a part of our ongoing education and outreach efforts. There has been a growing trend at these meetings with several commissioners noting
WDFW Commission Spring Bear Decision
WDFW Commission – Spring Bear Permit Season 2022 What Is It? Since 1999 Washington State has offered a spring black bear hunting season. This spring season is used as a fine-tuned conservation/management tool. Instead of offering an over-the-counter hunt, WDFW carefully sets permit numbers based on several factors: *Population estimates
Electric Assist Mountain Bike
Electric Assist Mountain Bikes Innovation drives new technology into every avenue of our lives and often the policies guiding usage fall far behind the speed of innovation. This is the case with electric assist mountain bikes (eMTBs). eMTBs have been around since the 90’s, however, the Washington state legislature only
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