Salmon seasons on Snohomish and Skykomish extended to Oct. 10

October 1, 2021

Action: Extend recreational salmon seasons by one week.

Effective date: Oct. 4 through Oct. 10, 2021.

Species affected: Pink salmon and hatchery coho salmon.

Location: Snohomish and Skykomish rivers.

Rule: Salmon daily limit four, of which up to one may be a hatchery coho. Min. size 12". Release all salmon other than pinks and hatchery coho.

Reason for action: In-season update model indicates additional allowable encounters of non-target species (wild coho and Chinook) during pink opening are available.

Additional information: All other regulations continue to apply. See the 2021-22 Washington Sport Rules pamphlet, available at eregulations.com/washington/fishing.

Information contact: WDFW Region 4 Office, teammillcreek@dfw.wa.gov

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.

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.