10-21-2008, 11:10 AM
Action: Swift Reservoir will remain open to fishing for the public through Nov. 30, 2008. Swift Reservoir will then close to fishing on Dec. 1, 2008.
Effective dates: Nov. 1-30, 2008.
Species affected: All game fish, salmon.
Location: Swift Reservoir (Skamania County).
Reasons for action: The opener for Swift Reservoir was delayed due to safety issues with the boat ramp. The extension will provide additional fishing opportunity for the public.
Other information: The boat ramp will not be maintained during the extension. Anglers should be aware of floating debris in and around the boat dock area. If vandalism, too much snow or the reservoir level becomes an issue, the boat ramp will be closed.
Landlocked salmon rules remain in effect from dam to markers approximately 3/8 mile below Eagle Cliff Bridge.
From markers approximately 3/8 mile below Eagle Cliff Bridge to bridge, selective gear rules apply, except motors allowed. Landlocked rules apply.
Information contact: John Weinheimer, 360-906-6746
Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license. Check the current WDFW "Fishing in Washington" rules pamphlet or the Fishing section of the WDFW webpage at wdfw.wa.gov for details on fishing seasons and regulations. Fishing regulations are subject to change. Check the WDFW Fishing hotline for the latest rule information at (360) 902-2500; press 2 for recreational rules; call the Shellfish Rule Change hotline, (360) 796-3215, or toll free 1 (866) 880-5431.
Media Contact
John Weinheimer (360) 906-6746
Effective dates: Nov. 1-30, 2008.
Species affected: All game fish, salmon.
Location: Swift Reservoir (Skamania County).
Reasons for action: The opener for Swift Reservoir was delayed due to safety issues with the boat ramp. The extension will provide additional fishing opportunity for the public.
Other information: The boat ramp will not be maintained during the extension. Anglers should be aware of floating debris in and around the boat dock area. If vandalism, too much snow or the reservoir level becomes an issue, the boat ramp will be closed.
Landlocked salmon rules remain in effect from dam to markers approximately 3/8 mile below Eagle Cliff Bridge.
From markers approximately 3/8 mile below Eagle Cliff Bridge to bridge, selective gear rules apply, except motors allowed. Landlocked rules apply.
Information contact: John Weinheimer, 360-906-6746
Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license. Check the current WDFW "Fishing in Washington" rules pamphlet or the Fishing section of the WDFW webpage at wdfw.wa.gov for details on fishing seasons and regulations. Fishing regulations are subject to change. Check the WDFW Fishing hotline for the latest rule information at (360) 902-2500; press 2 for recreational rules; call the Shellfish Rule Change hotline, (360) 796-3215, or toll free 1 (866) 880-5431.
Media Contact
John Weinheimer (360) 906-6746