Chinook salmon retention suspended in Marine Area 9

August 3, 2022

Chinook salmon retention suspended in Marine Area 9

Action: Suspends retention of Chinook Salmon in Marine Area 9.

Effective date: August 5, 2022

Species affected: Chinook Salmon

Location: Marine Area 9

Rule: Two (2) fish limit; release Chinook, Chum and wild coho.

Reason for action: The current estimate of Chinook harvest for the summer fishery is 4,101 of the harvest quota of 4,700 (87%) agreed to in this year’s List of Agreed Fisheries (LOAF). Chinook retention is being suspended beginning 12:01am Friday August 5^th, when it is anticipated harvest quota will be reached.

Additional Information: This Fishing Rule Change begins the Coho directed season, which will continue as planned through September 28, including opening the waters of Area 9 south of a line from Foulweather Bluff to Olele Point.

Information contact: Fish Program, 360 902-2700

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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