Anglers allowed to retain whitefish and other game fish in the Cispus River

November 9, 2007

Action: Allow anglers to retain game fish other than trout in the Cispus River downstream of the confluence of the North Fork.

Effective date: 12:01 a.m., Nov. 10, 2007 through May 31, 2008.

Species affected: Whitefish and other game fish.

Location: The Cispus River from the mouth (posted markers at the Lewis County PUD kayak launch) upstream to the North Fork.

Reason for action: This will allow harvest of whitefish and other game fish while continuing to restrict trout harvest on hatchery steelhead.

Other information: Statewide daily limits apply. Proposed Rule Change #46, to make this change permanent, is included in the 2008-2009 Sportfishing Rule Proposal package.

Information contact: Wolf Dammers, (360) 906-6709.

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. 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 toll free 866-880-5431.

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.