Salmon fishing off Westport returns to five days a week

August 17, 2011

Action: Changes open days in Marine Area 2 from 7-days-per-week to Sundays through Thursdays only.

Effective date: Aug. 19, 2011

Species affected: Chinook, coho and pink salmon.

Location: Marine Area 2

Reason for action: Insufficient quota and guideline remain in Marine Area 2 to continue a 7-day-per-week fishery.

Information Contact: Doug Milward 360-902-2739

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.