In Southeast Alaska, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game has announced that the retention of king salmon in all salt waters is prohibited. This regulation will be in effect from August 26 to September 30, 2024. Any king salmon caught must be released unharmed back into the water. This decision was made due to the sport fishery exceeding the 2024 allocation of king salmon, as outlined in the management plan. To prevent exceeding the all-gear catch limit set by the Pacific Salmon Treaty, this action was deemed necessary.
The Southeast Alaska sport fishery will reopen for the winter season on October 1, 2024, with a future announcement to be made in late September. The department has urged anglers to comply with these regulations to ensure the sustainability of the king salmon population. For more information, individuals can contact the Commissioner’s office at (907) 465-4100.
This temporary prohibition of retaining king salmon in Southeast Alaska highlights the importance of managing fisheries to maintain healthy populations of fish. The department is taking proactive steps to prevent overfishing and adhere to regulations set in place to protect the king salmon species. Anglers are encouraged to stay updated on any future announcements regarding the sport fishery in Southeast Alaska.
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