Recreational spot shrimp fishing reopening in Marine Areas 8.1 and 8.2

May 15, 2014

May 15, 2014

Recreational spot shrimp fishing reopening
in Marine Areas 8-1 and 8-2

Action: Recreational spot shrimp fishing will reopen for one day (Wednesday, May 21) in Marine Areas 8-1 and 8-2.

Effective date: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, 2014.

Species affected: All shrimp species including spot shrimp.

Location: Marine Areas 8-1 and 8-2.

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

Other information: The Hood Canal and Discovery Bay Shrimp Districts will be open on May 21 as well.

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.