Just FYI for those really wondering

Thank you for taking the time to contact us with your request for reasonable accommodations. At WDFW, we pride ourselves on supporting inclusivity and access for people of all abilities to enjoy the outdoors.



As fishery managers, we also realize that to preserve any coastal steelhead angling opportunity and recover wild fish in the future, we must take drastic measures to catch fewer fish now. Instead of an outright closure, these restrictions offer a way to help meet conservation objectives while still allowing some, though reduced, fishing opportunity.



Due to the dire situation of these wild runs, we’ve had to make extremely difficult decisions that will help preserve fish for the future. To support conservation of these wild runs, fishing by boat won’t be possible this season.



We maintain information on other ADA-accessible water access sites and other boat-accessible locations on our website and would encourage those interested to make use of that information to plan alternate trips. Many of these locations are not expected to be impacted by the current low forecast numbers, though we understand that these opportunities may differ from your normal experience.



We realize that this is a challenging time for the coastal steelhead community. To share additional feedback, please contact us at fishpgm@dfw.wa.gov. On behalf of WDFW, thank you for your continued engagement in recreational angling and passion for supporting this resource.





Thank you:



Peter Vernie

Licensing Division Manager

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Office Phone: 360-902-2302

Cell Phone: 360-790-5514