Washington state is famous for its abundant seafood, thanks to our oceans and rivers, which power a robust fishing industry — and May is the official start to many fishing seasons. Every year from spring through early fall, recreational and commercial fishing boats set out for seasonal catches from dozens of waterside ports that dot our state. You’ll find dockside markets, processing plants, shellfish farms and, of course, beaches where you can pluck your own dinner. Popular Washington catches include Dungeness crab, prawns, shrimp, rockfish, sole, albacore tuna and salmon, as well as more unusual specimens such as sea urchins and geoducks. Dive into the action with these perfect spring and summer getaways. Luckily, some of Washington’s delicious catches can be found in gorgeous destinations throughout the Washington Coast and Puget Sound. Forage and fish Some fish are catch-and-release, while others you keep and eat.…