Species covered in proposed rule • Not species specific
Rule to Change: The existing rule is the "Flyfishing Only" rule on the Kalama River.
New Rule Proposal: I would like WDFW to get rid of the rule.
Why the change is needed: The rule dates back further than anyone in Region 5 office can even remember why it's there or how it came to be. It serves a very limited section of the fishing/outdoor community and does nothing to perserve or enhance fish or recreation opportunities for the fishing public. It's nearly impossible to enforce and it removes a large portion of the river from the general fishing community for a large time frame.
Names of individuals or groups with whom you have discussed this change: Columbia River Chapter of NW Steelheaders
Describe their support and/or concerns:
No one in our group knows why the rule was enacted originally, all were in support of opening up the river to ALL members of the fishing community during this period.
Submitted by: HYDE, KEITH A — WASHOUGAL, WA
Date submitted: 05/23/2012
WDFW Rule Proposal Recommendation
Not Recommended for further consideration Reference ID: DFW996354
This was discussed with the steelhead management group and there was not support for changing the rule.
Online Public Comments(1 comments)
GIRTZ, TODD J September 21, 2012 SUMNER, WA Comments: i would also like to see this rule changed there is no need for this rule anglers should be able to chose how they fish this area.
