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#259545 - 10/29/04 07:18 PM Skagit River opens 10/30 for chum retention
Steve Thiesfeld Alevin Registered: 11/18/02 Posts: 12 Loc: Olympia	State and Tribes agreed to an in-season run size update earlier today. Good luck! FISHING RULE CHANGE Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife October 29, 2004 Skagit River opens for chum retention Action: Skagit River opens for chum retention October 30, 2004. Effective Date: October 30, 2004 Species affected: Chum salmon Location: Skagit River from mouth to Cascade River. Reason for action: The projected chum run is expected to be greater than the escapement goal. Surplus chum are available for harvest. Other information: The salmon bag limit will be three fish, of which no more than 2 may be chum, with a minimum size of 12 inches. All chinook must immediately be released unharmed. Information contact: Brett Barkdull, District Biologist, (360) 466-4345, ext. 270 Check the WDFW 2004 “Fishing in Washington” rules pamphlet or the Fishing Section of the WDFW webpage at http://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 rule changes. _________________________ Steve Thiesfeld Puget Sound Recreational Salmon Fishery Manager Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
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