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 |
October 29, 2004
Action:
Skagit River opens for chum retention October 30, 2004.
Effective Date:
October 30, 2004
Species affected:
Chum salmon
Location:
Skagit River from mouth to Cascade River.
Reason for action:
The projected chum run is expected to be greater than the escapement goal. Surplus chum are available for harvest.
Other information:
The salmon bag limit will be three fish, of which no more than 2 may be chum, with a minimum size of 12 inches. All chinook must be immediately released unharmed.
Information contact:
Brett Barkdull, District Biologist, (360) 466-4345, ext. 270
Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, appropriate to the fishery. Check