January 17, 2003
Actions: Closes the Nisqually River to all fishing.
Effective date: January 21, 2003 through May 31, 2003
Species affected: All
Location: Nisqually River
Reason for action: The run size for Nisqually River wild steelhead returning this winter (2002-2003) is expected to be extremely low. Although there is no sport fishery directed at steelhead, a closure of all sportfishing is necessary to minimize impacts on this depressed stock.
Other information: The Nisqually River will re-open on June 1 under the general trout season.
Information contact: Chuck Baranski, District 11 Office, (360) 902-2719.
Effective date: January 21, 2003 through May 31, 2003
Species affected: All
Location: Nisqually River
Reason for action: The run size for Nisqually River wild steelhead returning this winter (2002-2003) is expected to be extremely low. Although there is no sport fishery directed at steelhead, a closure of all sportfishing is necessary to minimize impacts on this depressed stock.
Other information: The Nisqually River will re-open on June 1 under the general trout season.
Information contact: Chuck Baranski, District 11 Office, (360) 902-2719.