South Fork Toutle River will close to fishing

March 1, 2012

Action: Close the South Fork Toutle River to fishing.

Effective Dates: March 16, through June 1, 2012.

Species affected: All Species

Location: From the mouth to the 4100 Rd. Bridge

Reason for action: Increases the steelhead spawning closure by two weeks to further protect wild steelhead.

Other information: Matches spawning closure for steelhead in other Region 5 streams.

Information contacts: Wolf Dammers (360) 696-6211

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.