February 6, 2014
Action: Closes the sport clam fishing season.
Effective date: Closed until further notice.
Species affected: All clams.
Location: Point Whitney (excluding Point Whitney Lagoon). This beach is located in Jefferson County, near Brinnon.
Reason for action: Surveys indicate that the clam population on this small beach has decreased, requiring a closure in 2014. The Point Whitney Lagoon, located behind the cyclone fence, remains open for clamming through March 15. Oyster season on this beach remains open January 1 through June 30.
Information contact: Alex Bradbury, WDFW Port Townsend Field Office, (360) 302-3030, ext. 302.
Effective date: Closed until further notice.
Species affected: All clams.
Location: Point Whitney (excluding Point Whitney Lagoon). This beach is located in Jefferson County, near Brinnon.
Reason for action: Surveys indicate that the clam population on this small beach has decreased, requiring a closure in 2014. The Point Whitney Lagoon, located behind the cyclone fence, remains open for clamming through March 15. Oyster season on this beach remains open January 1 through June 30.
Information contact: Alex Bradbury, WDFW Port Townsend Field Office, (360) 302-3030, ext. 302.