Like it or not, the tribes have a right to fish. For the rest of us, we only have the privilege.

The WSC was founded to make sure that sportsmen, sportswomen and the businesses that benefit from them gain a voice in deciding how the privilege to fish is managed. The tribes are only entitled to 50% of the runs. That will not change no matter how much people complain. What we do with the other 50% is an issue that can be influenced. To do so though, will require a coalition of all types of sport fishers: fly, gear, etc. We must put aside our differences and focus on what we all treasure; the fish.

The WSC believes that a wild steelhead is much too valuable a legacy to ever be harvested. If you agree with this, the WSC invites you to join us and start making a difference.

Duggan Harman
WSC Board President



[This message has been edited by Sinktip (edited 02-01-2001).]