May 10      

I predict an early closure by the Game and Fish director. We get a 36 hour notice and go right into a 7 day catch and release period if you still have an unused tag. How early depends on how quickly we approach the 1000 fish quota. Today is snag and release. Wednesday we are back to snag and catch with a season total of 569.

Keep in mind if you have used your tag this special season is not for you. You must have a tag to snag.

Early closure will be announced by a special news release from the Game and Fish

If the harvest season closes early, snag-and-release will be allowed for up to seven days immediately following the harvest closure, but not to extend beyond May 31.

Special boundaries are set for the extended snag and release. North shore at the confluence from the ramp east for half a mile. South shore of the confluence and east one half mile. Remember no gaff on snag and release. The idea is to get these fish back safely so they can spawn.

Montana season opens this weekend so if you have yet to get your fill of outdoor wrestling head west.

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