I went by the College st Market and inquired about the wild steelhead. The young man working behind the counter showed me some monsters that he just filleted. When asked where they came from his eyes got big and he said he wasn't sure. Then my 10 yr old son said something about the cowlitz and the counter boy mentioned that he and his family fishes the zoo at Blue Crk.

I am sure the kid knows that selling wild fish is not a popular thing amongst fishermen, and that is why he got antsy when I asked about them.

I am all for working with ya' all on a picket.
READ! A responsible, organized picket with releases sent to radio, print, and tv media.

I have a background in promoting, (musicians, benefits) and I know some of the ins and outs of PR.

I believe that if it is to be done, it should be done quickly (within a few weeks) and am willing to meet with anyone anyday of the week in Thurston County.

I think at least 3-4 people (more/merrier) should have at least one meeting to brainstorm and prepare info so we can pass it on to others in a fast and direct manner.

Obvioulsy this would not be a P.P. board action, but a concerned citizens action including anyone who wants to attend and will perform in a respectable manner.

To further the cause, maybe we could come up with a "picket day". A day that others could picket their local market/store/tribe that sells wild steelhead or salmon.

What would I hope to accomplish?
Positive info about the indiscriminate killing and damage that nets do. Bring awareness to the public about our declining stocks and ask the general public to purchase farmed fish (eeeww).

riverswild@hotmail.com

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