Sport sturgeon retention season in the Columbia River Estuary closes

June 14, 2017

Action:. Rescinds the sturgeon retention fishery scheduled for Sat. June 17.

Effective dates: Immediately until further notice.

Species affected: White sturgeon

Location: The Columbia River from Buoy 10 upstream to the Wauna Powerlines

Reason for action: The harvest guideline of 3,000 fish has been reached.

Other information: Catch-and-release fishing for sturgeon will continue to be allowed.

Information contact: Region 5 office 360-696-6211.

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.