June 7, 2016
June 7, 2016
Nearshore halibut fishing to close in Marine Area 1 effective June 9
Action: The Marine Area 1 (Columbia River) nearshore quota is projected to be taken.
Effective date: June 9, 2016
Species affected: Pacific halibut
Location: Marine Area 1
Reason for action: The Marine Area 1 recreational halibut fishery has taken the Pacific halibut quota set aside for the nearshore fishery. There are not enough quota pounds remaining for another day, this area will be closed to recreational halibut fishing for the remainder of the year. This rule conforms to federal action taken by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the International Pacific Halibut Commission (IPHC).
Information contact: Heather Reed, (360) 249-4628 ext. 202
Nearshore halibut fishing to close in Marine Area 1 effective June 9
Action: The Marine Area 1 (Columbia River) nearshore quota is projected to be taken.
Effective date: June 9, 2016
Species affected: Pacific halibut
Location: Marine Area 1
Reason for action: The Marine Area 1 recreational halibut fishery has taken the Pacific halibut quota set aside for the nearshore fishery. There are not enough quota pounds remaining for another day, this area will be closed to recreational halibut fishing for the remainder of the year. This rule conforms to federal action taken by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the International Pacific Halibut Commission (IPHC).
Information contact: Heather Reed, (360) 249-4628 ext. 202