Ocean Area 1 closes to retention of chinook

September 8, 2005

Action: Implement chinook non-retention in Ocean Area 1.

Effective dates: September 9, 2005-September 30

Species affected: Chinook

Location: Ocean Area 1 from Cape Falcon, Oregon to Leadbetter Point, Washington

Reason for action: Approaching overall chinook quota for ocean fisheries and Area 1 has exceeded its chinook guideline.

Other information: Will reduce chinook catches to help keep all ocean areas open longer for recreational opportunity. Chinook retention is still allowed in Marine Areas 2, 3 and 4. Enough chinook remain in the overall chinook quota to allow chinook retention in Marine Areas 2, 3 and 4, and to allow access to coho in all marine areas.

Information contact: Doug Milward 360-902-2739

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.

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