January 31, 2019
Action: Reduces the daily limit for salmon to one fish.
Effective date: Feb. 2 through April 30, 2019.
Species affected: Salmon.
Locations: Marine areas 8-1 (Deception Pass, Hope Island, Skagit Bay) and 8-2 (Port Susan and Port Gardner).
Reason for action: Based on current catch estimates, there is not sufficient salmon available to maintain the fishery through the planned season if the daily limit remains at two fish. The change to a one-salmon daily limit is needed to meet conservation objectives and increases the likelihood that the winter fishery will remain open for the entire season.
Additional information: Anglers are reminded to release all coho and wild chinook in Marine Areas 8-1 and 8-2. Chinook minimum size is 22 inches.
Information contact: David Stormer, Puget Sound recreational salmon manager, (360) 902-0058.
Effective date: Feb. 2 through April 30, 2019.
Species affected: Salmon.
Locations: Marine areas 8-1 (Deception Pass, Hope Island, Skagit Bay) and 8-2 (Port Susan and Port Gardner).
Reason for action: Based on current catch estimates, there is not sufficient salmon available to maintain the fishery through the planned season if the daily limit remains at two fish. The change to a one-salmon daily limit is needed to meet conservation objectives and increases the likelihood that the winter fishery will remain open for the entire season.
Additional information: Anglers are reminded to release all coho and wild chinook in Marine Areas 8-1 and 8-2. Chinook minimum size is 22 inches.
Information contact: David Stormer, Puget Sound recreational salmon manager, (360) 902-0058.