Steelhead fishing rule change on the Cowlitz River

February 11, 2010

Action: Allow retention of steelhead with a clipped right ventral fin and a healed scar at the location of the clipped fin

Effective dates: Feb 13, 2010.

Species affected: Late winter steelhead.

Location: Cowlitz River from boundary markers at the mouth to Mayfield Dam.

Reasons for action: Right ventral fin marked steelhead are surplus to broodstock needs.

Other information: Right ventral marked steelhead are no longer being released in the upper Cowlitz basin.

Information contact: Wolf Dammers, Region 5 (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. Visit wdfw.wa.gov/fishing-hotlines to find a list of mobile, web, print, or customer service phone options for the latest rule information.

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