I can say from experience that when you buy the tags that they will ask you when you want the tags to start. As for both parties having to be there...I'm not sure but I'd bet that they would have to be.

WDFW does have an option on their licensing website to order online, but if you're fishing this weekend that won't give you enough time to receive them There is also information on where your closest licensing outlets are as well.

Glad to see you over here, Gary. Welcome to the boards, and make sure you show them your ODL so that they don't try and stick you with the board tax.