LaPush late season area is open for two chinook

September 29, 2006

Action: The "LaPush Late Season Area", a portion of Marine Area 3, is open for retention of two Chinook as part of the two salmon daily limit.

Effective dates: October 1-8, 2006.

Species affected: Chinook salmon.

Location: That portion of Marine Area 3 north of 47°50'00"N. latitude and south of 48°0'00"N. latitude referred to as the "LaPush Late Season Area" in the sportfishing rules pamphlet.

Reasons for action: More angling opportunity can be provided while staying within quotas for Chinook and coho.

Other information: The LaPush Late Season fishery will close beginning at 12:01am on October 9 as previously scheduled.

Information Contact: Tim Flint, (360) 902-2728.

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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