New rules take effect June 5 on South Fork Stillaguamish above Granite Falls

June 3, 2010

Fishing Rule Change
WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE
600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, Washington 98501-1091
Internet Address: wdfw.wa.gov
June 3, 2010



Action: Fishing regulations on the South Fork of the Stillaguamish River from the Mountain Loop Highway Bridge (above Granite Falls) upstream will include catch and release, except two hatchery steelhead may be retained when that portion of the river opens June 5. Selective gear rules will apply, and fishing from a floating device with a motor is prohibited.

Effective Dates: June 5, through Sept. 30, 2010

Species affected: All game fish species.

Location: The South Fork of the Stillaguamish River from the Mountain Loop Highway Bridge above Granite Falls upstream.

Additional information: Aug. 1 through Sept. 30, night closure.

Information contacts: Jennifer Whitney, District 13 fish biologist, (425) 775-1311; Annette Hoffmann, Region 4 Fish Program manager, (425) 775-1311.

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.