07-24-2010, 11:10 AM
Action: Reopens Baker and Skagit rivers sockeye fisheries.
Effective Dates: Immediately through July 31, 2010.
Species affected: Sockeye salmon.
Location: Baker River from mouth to Highway 20 bridge; Skagit River from the Dalles Bridge at Concrete to a point 200 feet above the east bank of the Baker River.
Reason for action: The run of sockeye in the Baker River is above the number needed for spawning and hatchery egg-take needs. Harvestable numbers remain to extend the fishery.
Other information: Daily limit is two sockeye. Anti-snagging rule and night closure are in effect. Regulations for all other areas of the Skagit River remain in effect as listed in the 2010/2011 Fishing in Washington, sport fishing rules pamphlet.
Information contact: Brett Barkdull (360) 466-4345, ext 270, or Steve Thiesfeld, (360) 902-2715.
Effective Dates: Immediately through July 31, 2010.
Species affected: Sockeye salmon.
Location: Baker River from mouth to Highway 20 bridge; Skagit River from the Dalles Bridge at Concrete to a point 200 feet above the east bank of the Baker River.
Reason for action: The run of sockeye in the Baker River is above the number needed for spawning and hatchery egg-take needs. Harvestable numbers remain to extend the fishery.
Other information: Daily limit is two sockeye. Anti-snagging rule and night closure are in effect. Regulations for all other areas of the Skagit River remain in effect as listed in the 2010/2011 Fishing in Washington, sport fishing rules pamphlet.
Information contact: Brett Barkdull (360) 466-4345, ext 270, or Steve Thiesfeld, (360) 902-2715.