Originally Posted By: darth baiter
Other than obtaining hatchery vs wild proportions over time, I wonder what valuable data are obtained by the fishing part of the job.


I don't know for sure, but I would think useful data might include CPUE for different gear and method types by river. Possibly some CNR survival rate info, as there has been some co-manager concern and disagreement conveyed previously. Might also include expanded spawning escapement surveys. WDFW doesn't have a whole lot of good quality data to go on for recreational fishing when negotiating with tribal co-managers.