Cascade River reopens to fishing

January 30, 2008

Action: The section of the Cascade River previously closed will reopen to fishing for all game fish.

Effective dates: Feb. 1, 2008.

Species affected: All gamefish.

Location: The Cascade River from the Rockport-Cascade Road downstream to mouth.

Reasons for action: Hatchery winter steelhead broodstock collection will be completed on Feb. 1. Hatchery steelhead not retained at the hatchery by this date are available for harvest.

Other information: Please see the Sport Fishing Rules 2007/2008 pamphlet edition, FISHING IN WASHINGTON, for a complete listing of fishing seasons and regulations.

Information Contact: Brett Barkdull, 360-466-4345 x 270, barkdbcb@dfw.wa.gov.

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.

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.