2009 Smelt Season set for Washington

Species affected:  Smelt

Effective dates:  Jan. 1 through March 31, 2009

Action (1):  Open seven days a week, 24 hours a day

Location:  Columbia River

Daily Limit:  25-pound daily limit

Action (2):  Open Saturdays from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Location:  Cowlitz River

Daily Limit:  10-pound daily limit

Reason for action: A Level 1 fishery was adopted in accordance with the Washington and Oregon Eulachon Management Plan.  Abundance and productivity indicators project a weak return of smelt for 2009.  This rule is consistent with WDFW Hearing action of December 18, 2008.

Information contact: Region 5 Office (360) 696-6211

Best Regards,
Capt. Jerry Brown
Columbia River Fishing
http://www.columbia-river-fishing-guide.com
206-920-2428