June 21, 2012
Action: Close Kendall Slough to all fishing
Effective dates: June 23 through Sept. 30, 2012
Species affected: All species of fish
Location: Kendall Slough, on the North Fork Nooksack River, from the mouth of Kendall Creek (Kendall Creek Hatchery outlet) to the markers at the mouth of Kendall Slough.
Reasons for action: A high percentage of Endangered Species Act listed spawning spring chinook have been impacted in the past by anglers that are trout fishing. There is evidence of very high pre-spawn mortality rates due to the associated handling.
Other information: On Oct. 1, regulations will revert back to permanent rules in effect as listed in the 2012/2013 Fishing in Washington, sport fishing rules pamphlet.
Information Contact: Brett Barkdull 360-466-4345 ext. 270
Effective dates: June 23 through Sept. 30, 2012
Species affected: All species of fish
Location: Kendall Slough, on the North Fork Nooksack River, from the mouth of Kendall Creek (Kendall Creek Hatchery outlet) to the markers at the mouth of Kendall Slough.
Reasons for action: A high percentage of Endangered Species Act listed spawning spring chinook have been impacted in the past by anglers that are trout fishing. There is evidence of very high pre-spawn mortality rates due to the associated handling.
Other information: On Oct. 1, regulations will revert back to permanent rules in effect as listed in the 2012/2013 Fishing in Washington, sport fishing rules pamphlet.
Information Contact: Brett Barkdull 360-466-4345 ext. 270