Hatchery steelhead daily limit to increase on the lower Cowlitz River

August 20, 2014

August 20, 2014

Hatchery steelhead daily limit to
increase on the lower Cowlitz River

Action: Cowlitz River anglers may retain up to 3 hatchery steelhead.

Species affected: Steelhead

Effective dates: Aug. 22 through Oct. 31, 2014

Location: From the Hwy. 4 Bridge at Kelso upstream to Mayfield Dam.

Reason for action: There has been strong showing of hatchery summer run steelhead on the Cowlitz. Through mid-August, a total of nearly 7,000 hatchery summer run steelhead have returned to the Cowlitz Salmon Hatchery. Also this year, a limited number of steelhead are being recycled downstream to provide additional angling opportunity.

Other information: Release wild steelhead.

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.

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