Quilcene/Dabob Bay salmon fishery to close Oct. 2

September 29, 2010

Action: Closes the Quilcene/Dabob Bay salmon fishery.

Effective Dates: Oct. 2 through Oct. 15, 2010.

Species affected: Salmon

Location: That portion of Marine Area 12 north of a line true east from Point Whitney to the Toandos Peninsula.

Reason for action: The coho run is low and the hatchery has not collected enough fish to meet egg-take goals.

Other Information: The fishery will re-open if egg-take needs are met. This area will re-open under Area 12 regulations beginning Oct. 16, 2010.

Information contacts: Steve Thiesfeld, Puget Sound Salmon Manager, 360-902-2715

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.