2023 SE tanner, golden king crab open February 12

Registration must be completed by Jan. 13 for the Southeast Alaska 2023 commercial Tanner and golden king crab fisheries, which open by regulation on Feb. 12.

Those registering after that date will be required to pay a $45 late fee.

The season start date for these fisheries is based on the date with the smallest Juneau tidal range between Feb. 10 and Feb. 17.

Permit holders are reminded that any delay to the start due to weather will be announced 24 hours before the scheduled start of the fisheries.

Buoy tags are mandatory for al commercial Tanner and golden king crab gear and are available by appointment at the Alaska Department of Fish and Game area offices in Southeast Alaska for $1.25 apiece.

Further information on these fisheries is to be announced in subsequent advisory announcements.

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