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Full Version: Sport halibut season to re-open in Ilwaco August 1 and 2
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Action: Open recreational fishing for halibut in Marine Area 1 (Ilwaco). Prohibit fishing for, retention, and possession of all bottomfish except sablefish and Pacific cod, when halibut are onboard the vessel.


<br>Effective date: Open 12:01 a.m. through 11:59 p.m., Friday, August 1 and Saturday, August 2, in Marine Areas 1 (Ilwaco).<br>

<br>Species affected: Pacific halibut.<br>

<br>Location: Open August 1, and 2 in Marine Area 1.<br>

<br>Reason for action: This rule conforms to federal action taken by Pacific Fishery Management Council. There is sufficient recreational quota to provide for these fishing days.<br>

<br>Information contact: Carol Henry, (360) 249-4628, ext. 254.