Recreational shrimp fishing re-opening for one day in Elliott Bay

June 10, 2008

June 10, 2008

Recreational shrimp fishing reopening for one day in Elliott Bay


Action: Recreational spot shrimp fishing will reopen for one day, Saturday, June 14, 2008 in the Elliott Bay portion of Marine Area 10.

Effective date: Saturday, June 14, 2008 from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Species affected: All shrimp.

Location: Elliott Bay portion of Marine Area 10 (Elliott Bay is defined as all waters east of a line from West Point to Alki Point). All waters westerly of this line will remain closed.

Reason for action: Sufficient recreational spot shrimp quota remains for one more day of fishing.


Contact: Mark O'Toole, LaConner, (360) 466-4345 ext. 241 or Therese Cain, Point Whitney, (360) 796-4601 ext. 210.


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.