Effective date: March 1 through April 30, 2024.

Species affected: All clams, oysters, and mussels.

Location: Penrose Point State Park, Pierce County.

Reason for action: The clam, oyster, and mussel season at Penrose Point State Park was closed in 2023 due to construction in the day use area of the park. This beach will return to a March-April clam, oyster, and mussel season beginning March 1, and running through April 30, 2024, except for the part of Mayo Cove within the commercially prohibited growing area that is closed year-round.

Additional information: For more information regarding clam and oyster seasons on public beaches visit the WDFW website. For additional information on shellfish harvest safety and growing area boundaries, visit the Washington Department of Health Shellfish Safety Map webpage.

Information contact: Camille Speck, WDFW Port Townsend Office, 360-302-3030 ext. 313.

Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, appropriate to the fishery. Check the WDFW “Fishing in Washington” rules pamphlet for details on definitions 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 toll free 1-866-880-5431.