Recreational shrimp fishing re-opening for one day in Elliott Bay

June 10, 2008

June 10, 2008

Recreational shrimp fishing reopening for one day in Elliott Bay


Action: Recreational spot shrimp fishing will reopen for one day, Saturday, June 14, 2008 in the Elliott Bay portion of Marine Area 10.

Effective date: Saturday, June 14, 2008 from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Species affected: All shrimp.

Location: Elliott Bay portion of Marine Area 10 (Elliott Bay is defined as all waters east of a line from West Point to Alki Point). All waters westerly of this line will remain closed.

Reason for action: Sufficient recreational spot shrimp quota remains for one more day of fishing.


Contact: Mark O'Toole, LaConner, (360) 466-4345 ext. 241 or Therese Cain, Point Whitney, (360) 796-4601 ext. 210.


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.