Colulmbia River steelhead and shad sport fishery re-opens May 22

May 19, 2005

May 19, 2005

Columbia River steelhead and shad sport fishery re-opens May 22

Action 1 - Steelhead: The Columbia River from the Rocky Point/Tongue Point line upstream to the I-5 Bridge will reopen to steelhead angling beginning Sunday, May 22.

Action 2 Shad: The Columbia River from the mouth to Bonneville Dam will reopen to shad angling beginning Sunday, May 22.

Effective date: May 22, 2005 until further notice.

Species affected: Steelhead and shad.

Location: Columbia River from the mouth to Bonneville Dam.

Reason for action: Incidental impacts to spring chinook destined for areas above Bonneville Dam are expected to be minimal and within allowable ESA impact levels.

Other information: Anglers are reminded that all spring chinook encountered in the area from the I-5 Bridge upstream to Bonneville Dam must be immediately released unharmed. However, under permanent regulations hatchery chinook jacks may be retained in the area from the Rocky Point/Tongue Point line upstream to the I-5 Bridge.

Information contact: (360) 696-6211. For latest information press *1010.

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.