Northern State Hospital Pond to close for Kids Fishing Derby

May 4, 2016

Action: Closes Northern State Hospital Pond to fishing. The Pond will open May 7 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the Kids Fishing Derby.

Effective dates: May 5 through May 6, 2016.

Species affected: All gamefish.

Location: Northern State Hospital Pond, located outside Sedro-Woolley in Skagit County

Reasons for action: This rule change is necessary to ensure a successful derby. The fish will be planted in the pond two days prior to the event to better acclimate them.

Other information: The Kids derby is sponsored by the Wildcat Steelhead. For information on how you can participate, please contact Mike Rathvon Wildcat Steelhead Club at (360) 708-9284

Information Contact: Brett Barkdull, 360-466-4345 ext. 270 barkdbcb@dfw.wa.gov

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. Check the WDFW Fishing hotline for the latest rule information at 360-902-2500, press 2 for recreational rules. For the Shellfish Rule Change hotline call toll free 866-880-5431.

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.