WDFW FISHING RULE CHANGE
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, WA 98501-1091
http://wdfw.wa.gov
December 24, 2008
2009 Smelt seasons set for SW Washington
Species affected: Smelt
Effective dates: Jan. 1 through March 31, 2009
Action (1): Open seven days a week, 24 hours a day
Location: Columbia River
Daily Limit: 25-pound daily limit
Action (2): Open Saturdays from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Location: Cowlitz River
Daily Limit: 10-pound daily limit
Reason for action: A Level 1 fishery was adopted in accordance with the Washington and Oregon Eulachon Management Plan. Abundance and productivity indicators project a weak return of smelt for 2009. This rule is consistent with WDFW Hearing action of December 18, 2008.
Information contact: Region 5 Office (360) 696-6211
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.