Smelt could appear in the tributaries at any time, although reports have been sketchy to date. Dippers can get recorded updates on where the smelt show up by calling 360-696-6211 and pressing *1010. Dipping is open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., with a 20-pound daily limit (about two-thirds of a five-gallon bucket). No fishing license is required. Fishers are reminded to respect landowners' property including parking areas.
Last year it was 10 lbs or 1/3 of a 5 gallon bucket in WA. I haven't checked the new regs, but I'd like to get confirmation on this from at least one other person.
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