Carbon River Washington

WDFW FISHING RULE CHANGE
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, WA 98501-1091
http://wdfw.wa.gov

January 16, 2009

Carbon River re-opens for angling

Action: Effective immediately, the Carbon River will re-open to angling, reverting back to seasons listed in the 2008-09 Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet. This action will allow retention of surplus hatchery steelhead on the river.

Effective dates: Immediately

Species affected: All gamefish.

Location: Carbon River, tributary to the Puyallup River, in Pierce County.

Reasons for action: Re-opening the fishery will allow anglers to selectively harvest hatchery steelhead, thereby reducing the genetic and ecological competition between hatchery and wild fish.

Information Contact: Hal Michael, 360-902-2659 Hal.Michael@dfw.wa.gov



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.