Amend fishing rules for event at Silver Lake in Pierce County

March 28, 2017

March 28, 2017

Amend fishing rules for event
at Silver Lake in Pierce County

Action: Open to fishing Silver Lake (Pierce Co.) to anglers participating in the Heroes on the Waters NW Chapter fishing event.

Effective Dates: April 15, 2017 from official sunrise to official sunset.

Species affected: Rainbow trout

Location: Silver Lake (Pierce Co.)

Reason for action: To accommodate a fishing event.

Other information: This is a one-day event hosted by the non-profit organization Heroes on the Water NW Chapter. On the day of the event, pre-registered veterans only will be permitted to fish throughout the lake from boats captained by Heroes on the Water volunteers.

Information Contact: Tara Livingood-Schott, Fish Biologist, Region 6, Tara.Livingood@dfw.wa.gov or 360-628-4223.

Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, appropriate to the fishery. Check the WDFW "Fishing in Washington" rules pamphlet for details on definitions and regulations. Fishing rules are subject to change. Visit wdfw.wa.gov/fishing-hotlines to find a list of mobile, web, print, or customer service phone options for the latest rule information.

Request this information in an alternative format or language at wdfw.wa.gov/accessibility/requests-accommodation, 833-885-1012, TTY (711), or CivilRightsTeam@dfw.wa.gov.