Fishing rule changes lifted for Marine Area 13

December 19, 2019

Action: Returns Marine Area 13 to permanent rules.

Effective date: Jan. 1, 2020.

Species affected: Salmon.

Locations: Marine Area 13.

Reason for action: The closures in Marine Area 13 are no longer needed as a majority of returning chum have entered streams to spawn. Chum encounters with anglers in saltwater are expected to be extremely low, if any.

Additional information: Please see the 2019-20 Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet for additional rules or visit the WDFW website at https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/regulations.

Information contact: David Stormer, Puget Sound recreational salmon manager, 360-902-0058; or Mark Baltzell, Puget Sound salmon manager, 360-902-2807.

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.