Nisqually River to Close to Sport Fishing

Actions: Closes the Nisqually River to all fishing.

Effective date: January 21, 2003 through May 31, 2003

Species affected: All

Location: Nisqually River

Reason for action: The run size for Nisqually River wild steelhead returning this winter (2002-2003) is expected to be extremely low. Although there is no sport fishery directed at steelhead, a closure of all sportfishing is necessary to minimize impacts on this depressed stock.


I hope they have enough sense to take the nets out as well... anyone know?