Reiter Ponds section of Skykomish River to open early

June 22, 2006

Action: Open that section of the Skykomish River near Reiter Ponds Hatchery currently listed in the 2006/2007 sport fishing rule pamphlet as Closed Waters to fishing for gamefish.

Effective date: 4:00 a.m., June 24, 2006

Species affected: Steelhead, Trout, Dolly Varden/Bull Trout, and all other gamefish.

Location: Skykomish River along Reiter Ponds Hatchery located 1,500 feet upstream to 1,000 feet downstream of the hatchery outlet.

Reason for action: Reiter Ponds Hatchery has collected enough steelhead brood stock to meet egg take goals.

Other information: Fishing for salmon remains closed until Sept. 1 in the section of the Skykomish River 1,500 feet upstream and 1,000 feet downstream of the hatchery outlet. Fishing from a floating device is prohibited from June 24 through Feb. 28 and a night closure and non-buoyant lure restriction are in effect from June 24 through November 30.

Information contact: Chad Jackson, District Fish Biologist, (425) 775-1311, ext. 113

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. Visit wdfw.wa.gov/fishing-hotlines to find a list of mobile, web, print, or customer service phone options for the latest rule information.

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