WAC 220-220-040. Age of licensee

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Washington Administrative Code › Title 220 › Chapter 220-220 › Section 220-220-040

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(1) The age at the time of purchase determines the license necessary for the recreational activity.

(2) Youth hunters who turn 16 years of age during the license year may use a previously purchased youth hunting license during the remainder of the license year, but are required to have a state migratory bird stamp affixed to the license on and after their 16th birthday, if they are hunting migratory birds.

(3) Fishers who are 16 years and older are required to purchase a fishing license before fishing.

(4) Resident seniors who turn 70 years of age during the license year may use a previously purchased saltwater or freshwater fishing license during the remainder of the license year.

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