Washington Extends Barbed Hooks Ban Another 250 Miles Up The Columbia River, Tributaries

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Starting May 1, anglers fishing for salmon or steelhead on the Columbia River and most of its tributaries downstream from Chief Joseph Dam will be required to use barbless hooks.

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