STEELHEAD CURE
split the skein lengthwise
sprinkle a LITTLE bit of orange jello on them
let sit on counter for 15 minutes
pour borax on skein, rolling them over your
hand to get it into all the folds of all the
eggs
put in ziplock bag with more borax and fluff
put in fridge
fluff once or twice a day for 4 days
freeze or take fishing

PS, the film thing you are describing involves nitrites. Salmon love 'em, steelies don't.