The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is asking hunters — and anyone else with an opinion — to help shape the next three-year hunting season cycle. That means anything from deer and elk management, to hunting permits, to access rules. In other words — if you’ve got thoughts on what’s in season, now’s the season to speak up. Game division manager Anis Aoude says public feedback is essential, because it helps the agency understand hunters’ experiences and expectations. A second round of public comment will come later, before the Fish and Wildlife Commission makes final decisions in early 2027.