Clams, oyster season opens later and is extended at Fort Flagler State Park

March 14, 2012

March 14, 2012


Clams, oyster season opens later and is extended at
Fort Flagler State Park

Action: The sport clam and oyster fishing season at Fort Flagler State Park, including that portion of the spit west of the Park boundary (Rat Island) will open on May 15, 2012.

Effective date: Fort Flagler State Park including that portion of the spit west of the Park boundary (Rat Island): May 15, 2012 through Sept. 30, 2012.

Species affected: All clams and oysters.

Location: Fort Flagler State Park, including that portion of the spit west of the Park boundary (Rat Island). This beach is located in Jefferson County on Admiralty Inlet.

Reason for action: Surveys indicate that the clam population has increased, allowing a one-month longer season in 2012 (the 2011 season ran from April 15 through July 31). The delayed opening date avoids conflicts with the seaweed season on this beach, and adds harvest opportunity in the Admiralty Inlet region after other local beaches (Oak Bay and South Indian Island County Parks) have closed. The oyster season on this beach coincides with the clam season.

Information contact: Alex Bradbury, WDFW Point Whitney Shellfish Laboratory, (360) 586-1498, ext. 208.



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.

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