Woodland Creek Community Center 6729 Pacific Avenue SE, Lacey, WA 98503
Located in Olympia, Washington.
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WDFW Announces more clam digs
Boat Inspection
2021 Boat Safety Inspection and Boat Show.
Puget Sound Anglers has scheduled a Coast Guard inspector to inspect boats and issue 2021 Safety stickers for their boats. While we are there, we decided to have our annual Boat Show. Come get your boat inspected by Coast Guard for safety and see how we have our boats rigged for fish, cruising, shrimping and just to spend a day on the water. Location/time: Swan Town Marina parking lot Saturday 10:00-2:00 June 12, 2021. See downloadable safety checklist document at the bottom of the Club News page.
I'm going to call off the Surf Perch Outing.
Forecast is for 20-24 mph winds coming in from off shore. Won't be able to cast and the hot dogs will only get cooked on one side. We'll get out before the summer is over.
For those that have never fished for surf perch before, here is a very informative presentation put together by Bill Forstrom. (At the bottom of this page)
Take care and I'll see you Saturday the 12th at Swan Town Marina for a boat safety inspection. Bring your boat or just come by and see how we have our boats rigged for getting out on the water.
Mike
Start planning to attend a Surf Perch Outing on Sunday June 6th. We will be fishing South of Westport behind Grayland Beach State Park. We plan on Leaving Mud Bay Park & Ride at 10:00 AM. If you would like to Carpool/Caravan down, let us know, or we will see you down there.
If you haven't joined us at this location it is easy to find.
Turn Left at Westport,
Turn Right on Cranberry Beach Road,
Turn Left on Beach and drive until you find a small stream of fresh water
Look for the White/Blue PSA Outing Banner
The club will furnish Hot Dogs and a BonFire. Please let me know if you will be joining us so we know how much food to bring.
See you there.
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Mike Silvers
Puget Sound Anglers South Sound Chapter
setthehook55@gmail.com
cell/text (360)951-5160
4 More Days Of Razor Clam Digging OKed For Mocrocks
By Andy Walgamott May 21, 2021 HEADLINES 0 Comments
THE FOLLOWING IS A PRESS RELEASE FROM THE WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE
Shellfish managers have approved four more days of razor clam digging at Mocrocks Beach only, after marine toxin tests showed the clams are safe to eat.
The approved morning razor clam digs, along with low tides, are listed below:
- May 24, Monday; 5:32 AM; -0.7; Mocrocks only
- May 26, Wednesday; 7:09 AM; -1.6; Mocrocks only
- May 28, Friday; 8:46 AM; -2.5; Mocrocks only
- May 30, Sunday; 10:26 AM; -1.6; Mocrocks only.
No digging is allowed after noon during digs when low tide occurs in the morning.
“The marine toxin results are in, they are low enough, and we are happy to open four more days of digging on alternate days at Mocrocks, said Dan Ayres, WDFW coastal shellfish manager. “Opening on alternate days allows us to share dates with our tribal co-managers and ensure everyone has opportunities to dig during favorable tides.”
No other beaches are scheduled to open at this time. “We will soon begin our summer razor clam stock assessment and will be looking forward to some great digging starting in the fall,” said Ayres.
Many ocean beaches are open to motor vehicles, but drivers are required to follow the “rules of the road,” said Ayres. “Mocrocks beach only has three points of road access, so we are asking beachgoers to arrive early and exercise good judgment when accessing the beach,” he added.
“Under state law, all vehicles – and horses – are required to travel along the extreme upper limit of the hard sand,” he said. “When in doubt, follow the path marked by multiple tire tracks.” Drivers who veer from that path pose a direct threat to fish and wildlife, Ayres said. Motorists who violate Washington state laws on beach driving can face a fine of $150, or much more for killing endangered seabirds, like snowy plovers.
“We manage recreational clam digging in Washington in a manner that we believe minimizes potential impacts to vulnerable ground nesting listed bird species,” said Ayres. “We do this by not scheduling digging after May 15at key breeding areas for snowy plovers and streaked horned larks, including Long Beach and Twin Harbors.”
WDFW Announcement
Area 13 + has reopened!
FISHING RULE CHANGE
WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE
600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, WA 98501-1091
May 19, 2021
Marine Area 13 open to salmon fishing
Action: Re-opens salmon seasons under permanent rules as listed in the 2020/2021 Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet.
Effective date: Immediately.
Species affected: Salmon.
Location: Marine Area 13.
Reason for action: Federal Endangered Species Act consultations on 2021-22 Puget Sound salmon fisheries have been completed (NMFS Consultation #WCR-2021-01008), and a Biological Opinion and Incidental Take Statement have been issued. Accordingly, Marine Area 13 salmon fisheries can be reopened consistent with preseason fishing plans.
Information contact: Fish Program, 360-902-2700
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 (360)796-3215 or toll free 1-866-880-5431.
Individuals who need to receive this information in an alternative format, language, or who need reasonable accommodations to participate in WDFW-sponsored public meetings or other activities may contact the Title VI/ADA Compliance Coordinator by phone at 360-902-2349, TTY (711), or email (Title6@dfw.wa.gov).
Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, appropriate to the fishery. Check the WDFW "Fishing in Washington" rules pamphlet for details on fishing seasons 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 (360)796-3215 or toll free 1-866-880-5431.
