Recreational spot shrimp fishing season closing June 14 in Port Angeles Shrimp District

June 11, 2003

June 11, 2003

Recreational spot shrimp fishing season closing
June 14 in Port Angeles Shrimp District

Action: Recreational shrimp fishing for spot shrimp will close on June 14, 2003, at 9 p.m. in the Port Angeles Shrimp District, Marine Area 6. Non-spot (coonstripe and pink) shrimp fishing will remain open, but will be prohibited in all waters deeper than 150 feet. All spot shrimp caught must be returned to the water immediately unharmed.

Effective date: Saturday, June 14, 2003, at 9 p.m.

Species affected: Spot shrimp.

Location: All waters of the Port Angeles Shrimp District in Marine Area 6.

Reason for action: The recreational share of spot shrimp has been taken in the area covered under this rule. The 150-foot maximum fishing depth restriction is in effect to protect spot shrimp.

Other information: See page 127 of the "2003-04 Fishing in Washington" rules pamphlet for descriptions of spot, coonstripe, and pink shrimp.

Information contact: Dave Sterritt, Point Whitney (360) 796-4601 ext 228; Rich Childers, Point Whitney (360) 796-4601 ext 400.

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.