07/22/2016 – John Snyder – Northwest Fishing News
Marine Area 7 West closing to shrimp fishing
Action: Marine Area 7 West in the western San Juan Islands is closing to recreational shrimp fishing.
Effective date: Thursday, July 28, 2016, at 9 p.m.
Species affected: All shrimp species, including spot shrimp.
Location: Marine Area 7 West is located in the western San Juan Islands.
Reason for action: The recreational spot shrimp quota in this area will be reached.
Other information: Marine Areas 4, 5 and 6 (excluding the Discovery Bay Shrimp District) remain open to fishing for all shrimp species, including spot shrimp.
Information contact: Mark O’Toole, (360) 466-4345, ext. 241
