FISHING RULE CHANGE WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE 600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, WA 98501-1091

March 10, 2003

Action: Dry Falls Lake will open early to fishing

Effective date: April 1, 2003

Location: Dry Falls Lake, Grant County

Reason for action: An agreement was reached last spring 2002 with Dry Falls State Park that will allow angler access to the lake nearly a month earlier than normal. A permanent rule change to this effect was promulgated for 2003; however, it will not take effect until May 1, 2003. Regulations on gear, catch limits and motors remain unchanged.

Information contact: Joe Foster (509) 754-4624

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 a