Catch n fillet, you are right about we need to start. One suggestion would be to get with a fish biologist to find out the rivers health and what needs to be done. Finding out from tribes what their plans for recovery are or are they considering some. I would also talk to the east coast people to find out what they did to help the salmon (not sure if they also helped the steelhead) recovery. A friend from New York (state) told me they banned nets (to a certain size) and promoted long liners. I'd being willing to help if you need some. Also Scaly you mentioned a Wild Steelhead Forum, do you have more information on it. When, Where, and time. Thanks