Skip Navigation

Proposed Methow Winter Closure Survey

Proposed Methow Winter Closure Survey

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is looking for public input on a proposed annual closure for select areas of the Methow Wildlife Area. Designed to advance mule deer conservation at the Methow Wildlife Area, the closure includes 23,306 acres across five wildlife area units and would be in effect from Dec. 15 to April 15 annually. Your participation in the following survey will help inform management decisions to guide long-term stewardship of the Methow Wildlife Area. Reference our news release and updated maps of proposed closure areas for more information. View the FAQ document for additional answers to common questions. You can also learn more about mule deer migrations, fire history in the area, and roads in and around the proposed closure areas. 

What are your primary forms of recreation on the Methow Wildlife Area during the proposed closure dates of December 15 – April 15?

Hunting
Fishing
Cross-country skiing
Downhill skiing
Snowshoeing
Fat tire biking
Other
Closed to responses

What do you most value on the Methow Wildlife Area during the proposed closure dates?

Wildlife conservation
Habitat conservation
Hunting and fishing recreation
Non-hunting and fishing recreation (skiing, snowshoeing, fat biking, etc.)
Other
Closed to responses

Do you support the proposed winter closure?

Yes
No
Closed to responses

Why or why not?

Closed for Comments

Do you support the proposed closure dates of Dec. 15 - April 15?

Yes
No
If no, what dates do you suggest if any?
Closed to responses

If the closures impact where you currently recreate, where would you go as a substitute?

Closed for Comments

Do you have any additional feedback you'd like to provide related to the proposed winter closure on the Methow Wildlife Area? (e.g., suggestions on altering closure boundaries, etc.)

Yes
No
If yes, please describe:
Closed to responses

Are you a resident of the Methow Valley?

Yes
No
Closed to responses
Contact Information

Providing the following information is totally optional. Please use the following fields to share your contact information if you choose.