Alaska Beat

Fish Creek opens to dipnetters

The Anchorage Daily News reports that for the first time since the mid-1990's, Fish Creek is open for dipnetting. It will remain open through this week, ending Aug. 7, at 11 p.m. Officials cite recent fishing closures in upper Cook Inlet as a main reason the runs have been so strong this year. Read the story here. Anglers should be aware that silver salmon caught in Fish Creek must be released immediately. Read the story for tips on identification.

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