Guide Logbook

Rule-making status: Permanent
Rule-making reference: #P2022-15

Summary of proposed rule

This revision to the fishing guide logbook rule will improve enforceability and compliance of the rule.

Scope and rationale for proposed rule

This revision will require trip location and date information at the beginning of the trip, will clarify when reports entered through the web reporting tool need to be submitted and remove reference to vessel so it’s clear that all guided fishing trips, whether on foot or on a vessel must be reported. This proposal will also close enforcement loopholes allowing officers to make contacts at any point in the guided trip, not just at the end of the day at the boat launch.

Public comments

The public comment period for this rule making has closed as of January 24, 2023.

To view comments on this proposal, please visit the Guide Logbook Rulemaking public engagement portal.

Public hearing

The public hearing was rescheduled to the January 27-28, 2023 Commission meeting.
View the webinar recording on TVW

The public may participate in the meeting. Registration is required to testify at the public hearing. Registration deadlines and registration forms are available at http://wdfw.wa.gov/about/commission/meetings or contact the Commission office at (360) 902-2267.

Date of adoption: February 17, 2023

For more information

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833-885-1012, TTY (711), or CivilRightsTeam@dfw.wa.gov.