Wallace River re-opens to fishing for hatchery coho

October 17, 2019

Action: Opens hatchery coho retention.

Effective dates: October 17 through December 31, 2019.

Species affected: Salmon.

Location: Wallace River: From the mouth (farthest downstream railroad bridge) to 200 feet upstream of the water intake to the salmon hatchery.

Rules:

Salmon; Min. size 12". Daily limit 2 hatchery coho, release all other salmon.

Night closure and anti-snagging rule in effect through November 30.

Fishing from a floating device is prohibited beginning November 1.

Reason for action: Coho broodstock goals have been met at the Wallace Hatchery and the remainder of hatchery coho are available for harvest.

Additional information: Gamefish rules remain as described in the pamphlet. To ensure future generations of fish please avoid stepping on redds while fishing.

Information contact: WDFW Region 4 Mill Creek Office, (425) 775-1311

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.