April 11, 2019
Action: Anglers must release all sturgeon.
Effective dates: 12:01 a.m. Saturday, April 13, 2019.
Species affected: White sturgeon.
Locations: The Columbia River from Bonneville Dam to The Dalles Dam.
Reason for action: Harvest projections indicate the quota of 500 white sturgeon will be reached within the next week. This measure is necessary to prevent over-harvest of the population.
Additional information: Catch-and-release fishing for sturgeon will continue to be allowed.
Please see the 2018-2019 Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet for additional angling rules specific to the Columbia River.
Information contact: Region 5 office; 360-696-6211
Effective dates: 12:01 a.m. Saturday, April 13, 2019.
Species affected: White sturgeon.
Locations: The Columbia River from Bonneville Dam to The Dalles Dam.
Reason for action: Harvest projections indicate the quota of 500 white sturgeon will be reached within the next week. This measure is necessary to prevent over-harvest of the population.
Additional information: Catch-and-release fishing for sturgeon will continue to be allowed.
Please see the 2018-2019 Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet for additional angling rules specific to the Columbia River.
Information contact: Region 5 office; 360-696-6211