Long's Pond temporarily closed to fishing prior to "Fishing Kids" youth fishing event

April 12, 2006

April 12, 2006
Longs Pond temporarily closed to fishing
prior to Fishing Kids youth fishing event

Action: Longs Pond will be closed to fishing for one day prior to the Lacey Family Fish-In youth fishing event, which begins at 8:00 a.m., Saturday, April 22.

Effective date: 12:01 a.m. Friday, April 21 until 8:00 a.m. Saturday, April 22, 2006

Species affected: All species

Location: Longs Pond is located at Woodland Creek Community Park, 6729 Pacific Avenue SE, in Lacey.

Reason for action: Allow staff to set nets and stock fish for April 22 activities and ensure a successful Family Fish-In event.

Other information: Longs Pond is open for fishing only to juvenile anglers, 14 years of age or younger. Pre-registration is required for participation in the April 22 Family Fish-In. For information about the event, contact Lacey Parks & Recreation, 360-491-0857.

Information contact: Larry Phillips, District 11 Area Biologist, (369) 902-2721 (Olympia)

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.

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.