Fishing restrictions lifted on the South Fork Nooksack River

September 22, 2015

Action: Remove fishing restrictions on South Fork Nooksack River and tributaries.

Effective date: Oct. 1, 2015

Species affected: All species.

Location: South Fork Nooksack from the mouth to Skookum Creek, including tributaries.

Reasons for action: The South Fork Nooksack spring chinook have concluded spawning for the season, thus the conservation concern no longer applies.

Other information: Angling for salmon and gamefish will reopen as listed in the Sport Fishing Rules 2015/2016 pamphlet edition, FISHING IN WASHINGTON.

Information Contact: Brett Barkdull 360-466-4345 ext. 270 barkdbcb@dfw.wa.gov

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.