Lower Section of the Okanogan River to open for salmon fishing July 1

June 20, 2006

June 20, 2006

Lower Section of the Okanogan River to
open for salmon fishing July 1

Action: Open the Okanogan River from the mouth to the Hwy 97 Bridge immediately upstream of mouth to salmon fishing beginning July 1.

Effective dates: July 1, 2006, through Oct. 15, 2006.

Species affected: Chinook salmon.

Location: The Okanogan River from the mouth to the Hwy 97 Bridge immediately upstream of mouth.

Reason for action: In the 2006-2007 regulation pamphlet, the Okanogan River was inadvertently listed as opening July 16 but the intent was to open this section on the same date as the adjacent area of the Columbia River.

Other information: Daily limit is six salmon, no more than two adults. All coho and sockeye must be released. Non-buoyant lure restriction and night closure are in effect.

Information contact: Bob Jateff, District Fish Biologist, Omak (509) 826-7341.

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.