Action: Kalama River anglers must release adult Chinook salmon.
Species affected: Chinook salmon.
Effective dates: Sept. 27 through Dec. 31, 2008
Location: From boundary markers at the mouth upstream to the upper salmon hatchery.
Reason for action: Under permanent rules, adult Chinook must be released from the natural gas pipeline crossing upstream beginning October 1. However, the hatchery may not achieve its egg take goal, thus requiring an expanded closure for adult Chinook retention. Hatchery (adipose clipped) Chinook jacks remain available for harvest.
Other information: Daily limit is 6 salmon, of which no more than 4 may be adults. Release adult Chinook, wild Chinook jacks, wild coho, and chum.
Closed waters, gear restrictions, and night closures remain the same as listed in the 2008-2009 Fishing in Washington pamphlet.
Information contact: (360) 696-6211. For latest information press *1010.
Capt. Jerry Brown
Columbia River Fishing
http://www.columbia-river-fishing-guide.com
206-920-2428
