Marine Area 7 West closing to shrimp fishing

July 22, 2016

Action: Marine Area 7 West is closing to recreational shrimp fishing.

Effective date: Thursday, July 28, 2016, at 9:00 p.m.

Species affected: All shrimp species including spot shrimp.

Location: Marine Area 7 West, which is located in the western San Juan Islands.

Reason for action: The recreational spot shrimp quota in this area will be reached.

Other information: Marine Areas 4, 5 and 6 (excluding the Discovery Bay Shrimp District) remain open to fishing for all shrimp species (including spot shrimp).

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.