Sad indeed. Reminds me of a quote I have used before.

"A curious thing happens when fish stocks decline: People who aren't aware of the old levels accept the new ones as normal. Over generations, societies adjust their expectations downward to match prevailing conditions."....Flatfish.

When I was young I scoffed at my grandpas negative fishing stories because fishing was still what I thought was good. I realize now where he was coming from, but never would have guessed it could get this bad in my lifetime.