October 29, 2004
Action: Skagit River opens for chum retention October 30, 2004.
Effective Date: October 30, 2004
Species affected: Chum salmon
Location: Skagit River from mouth to Cascade River.
Reason for action: The projected chum run is expected to be greater than the escapement goal. Surplus chum are available for harvest.
Other information: The salmon bag limit will be three fish, of which no more than 2 may be chum, with a minimum size of 12 inches. All chinook must be immediately released unharmed.
Information contact: Brett Barkdull, District Biologist, (360) 466-4345, ext. 270
Effective Date: October 30, 2004
Species affected: Chum salmon
Location: Skagit River from mouth to Cascade River.
Reason for action: The projected chum run is expected to be greater than the escapement goal. Surplus chum are available for harvest.
Other information: The salmon bag limit will be three fish, of which no more than 2 may be chum, with a minimum size of 12 inches. All chinook must be immediately released unharmed.
Information contact: Brett Barkdull, District Biologist, (360) 466-4345, ext. 270