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 |
November 22, 2006
Action:
Increase daily limit to 3 adult hatchery coho on the Lewis River.
Effective dates:
Nov. 24 through Dec. 31, 2006.
Species affected:
Hatchery coho salmon.
Location:
Lewis River from boundary markers at mouth to mouth of East Fork and the North Fork Lewis River from mouth to Colvin Creek.
Reasons for action:
The return of hatchery coho is strong and hatchery escapement goals will be met.
Other information:
Minimum size 12". Salmon daily limit is 6 fish but no more than 3 adults except only 2 adult chinook. Wild coho and all chum must also be released.
Information contact:
John Weinheimer 360/696-6211
Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, approp