Tanwax Lake (Pierce Co.) opens for 1-day fishing event

March 30, 2016

March 31, 2016

Open Tanwax Lake (Pierce Co.)
for one-day fishing event

Action: Open to fishing from sunrise to sunset on April 16, 2016 to anglers participating in the project Hero's on the Waters NW Chapter fishing event.

Effective Dates: April 16, 2016

Species affected: Rainbow Trout

Location: Tanwax Lake (Pierce Co.)

Reason for action: To ensure a safe and successful event.

Other information: This is a one-day event hosted by the non-profit organization called Hero's on the Water NW Chapter. On the day of the event, pre-registered veterans only will be permitted to fish throughout the lake from boats captained by Hero's on the Water volunteers.

Information Contact: Tara Livingood-Schott, Fish Biologist, Region 6, Tara.Livingood@dfw.wa.gov or 360-628-4223.

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.