WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE
600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, WA 98501-1091
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FISHING RULE CHANGE
WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE 600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, WA 98501-1091 |
June 28, 2004
Action:
Close recreational fishing for Pacific halibut in the coastal waters off Westport
Effective date:
11:59 p.m. on Saturday, July 3, 2004
Species affected:
Pacific halibut
Location:
Marine Catch Record Area 2, which extends from the Queets River south to Leadbetter Point
Reason for action:
The catch quota for Pacific halibut in this area is projected to be taken by the end of the day Saturday, July 3. The fishery will remain closed for the remainder of the season.
Other information:
Fishing for halibut in other areas are not affected by this action. Halibut fishing will remain open in Puget Sound east of the Sekiu River, Hood Canal (Area 12) will remain closed to fishing for halibut.
Information contact:
Michele Robinson, (360) 586-6129 ext 211.
Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, appropriate to the fishery. Check the WDFW "Fishing in Washington" rules pamphlet for details on fishing seasons and regulations. Fishing rules are subject to change. Check the WDFW Fishing hotline for the latest rule information at (360) 902-2500, press 2 for recreational rules. For the Shellfish Rule Change hotline call (360)796-3215 or toll free 1-866-880-5431.
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