WDFW update – Marine Area 11 opens June 16th

Marine Area 11 salmon season opens June 16
Action: Open salmon fishing season.
Effective date: June 16, 2021 until further notice.
Species affected: Salmon
Location: Marine Area 11
Rules: Daily limit 2. Chinook min. size 22″. All other salmon species, no min. size. Up to 1 Chinook may be retained. Release chum and wild Chinook.
Reason for action: Salmon fishing in Marine Area 11 will begin June 16, 2021 as agreed upon with co-managers during the 2021 North of Falcon season setting process.
Additional information: Beginning July 1, 2021, this fishing season will be listed in the new 2021/2022 Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet.
Information contact: Fish Program, 360 902-2700
Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, appropriate to the fishery. Check the WDFW “Fishing in Washington” rules pamphlet for details on fishing seasons and regulations. Fishing rules are subject to change. Check the WDFW Fishing hotline for the latest rule information at 360-902-2500, press 2 for recreational rules. For the Shellfish Rule Change hotline call 360-796-3215 or toll free 1-866-880-5431.
Individuals who need to receive this information in an alternative format, language, or who need reasonable accommodations to participate in WDFW-sponsored public meetings or other activities may contact the Title VI/ADA Compliance Coordinator by phone at 360-902-2349, TTY (711), or email (Title6@dfw.wa.gov). For more information, see https://wdfw.wa.gov/accessibility/requests-accommodation.