Recreational spot shrimp fishing to close Aug. 16 in Marine Area 6

August 14, 2009

August 14, 2009


Recreational spot shrimp fishing to close Aug. 16 in Marine Area 6


Action: Recreational spot shrimp fishing is closing Sunday evening in Marine Area 6.


Effective date: 9:00 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009.

Species affected: Spot shrimp.

Location: All waters of Marine Area 6, which is located in the eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca.


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


Other information: Marine Area 6 will remain open until Oct. 15 for non-spot shrimp. Shrimp pots with a minimum mesh size of ½ inch will now be allowed.


Contact: Mark O’Toole, La Conner, (360) 466-4345 ext. 241.

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.