Northern State Hospital Pond to close for Kids Fishing Derby

May 4, 2016

Action: Closes Northern State Hospital Pond to fishing. The Pond will open May 7 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the Kids Fishing Derby.

Effective dates: May 5 through May 6, 2016.

Species affected: All gamefish.

Location: Northern State Hospital Pond, located outside Sedro-Woolley in Skagit County

Reasons for action: This rule change is necessary to ensure a successful derby. The fish will be planted in the pond two days prior to the event to better acclimate them.

Other information: The Kids derby is sponsored by the Wildcat Steelhead. For information on how you can participate, please contact Mike Rathvon Wildcat Steelhead Club at (360) 708-9284

Information Contact: Brett Barkdull, 360-466-4345 ext. 270 barkdbcb@dfw.wa.gov

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.