Its a far cry from 'Bambi syndrome'...its not like I think they are cute or anything...

...nor can I bring a whole bunch of facts, figures or data analysis to the table supporting my decision...

It stems more from concern over the long term health of the fishery, not like the actions of a two to five fish per year angler will make the difference...

...unless other people that have had similar thoughts about the ultimate lack of distinction between a wild steelhead and a wild salmon. I seriously hope those that have no qualms about releasing native steelhead will lose whatever qualms remain about releasing wild salmon...

I have a feeling I'll be writing a bigger piece on this subject shortly examining the factors that have led me to this place...