Additional Pacific halibut fishing dates added for August and September 2026
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The National Marine Fisheries Service is updating the recreational fishing schedule for Pacific halibut in a specific part of the West Coast. This change adds more fishing days during August and September for the Columbia River and Washington subareas.
Why it matters: This is a routine administrative adjustment to allow more fishing time while staying within legal catch limits.
Who it affects
- Recreational anglers fishing in the Columbia River and Washington subareas
This action was issued by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; readers should consult the Federal Register for specific dates and regulatory details before fishing.
Agency: Commerce Department, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document