Salmon retention closed in Marine Area 5

April 6, 2022

Action: Closes retention of salmon in Marine Area 5.

Effective date: Apr. 9 through Apr. 30, 2022.

Species affected: All salmon

Location: Marine Area 5

Reason for action: Current catch totals in Marine Area 5 have likely exceeded pre-season Fishery Regulation Assessment Model (FRAM) projected catch. High effort and high catch per angler have led to higher than predicted harvest in the month of March. Due to ongoing concerns for numerous stocks in the Puget Sound, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife needs to take a conservation minded approach to managing this fishery.

Information contact: Fish Program, 360 902-2700

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.