Yes it seems like a silly definition Cowfisherman, but its not my words its the states, you know the law. Here it is, a direct quote on page 16 in the sportfishing rules pamphlet.

" Snagging- ATTEMPTING to take fish with a hook and line in such a way that the fish does not voluntarily take the hook(s) in the mouth."

Next page (17) under the heading "You may not", "Snag or attempt to snag fish."

With almost 12 years of active duty Air Force under my belt, one thing Ive learned is that rules/regulations need to be interpretted properly. It seems as though the flossing/snagging group refuses to do this.
Putting aside the law for a minute, yes I do think lining/flossing/snagging fish is unethical WHEN the fish being targeted actually are willing biters. An exception to this may be the paddle fish fishery in the midwest, they eat micro plankton.
How is flossing a fish at blue creek sporting? I thought the whole point was to "trick" the fish into thinking your bait/lure is food or a predator, not to smack them in the side of the face/belly/fins with your hook. Sure its fun to play a fish no matter were its hooked, but why intentionally try to foul hook it?

Cuttthroat to Steel,
The main reason I replied to this post is that I always enjoyed reading your posts and beleive you are an accomplished angler. Youve had a lot of good tips in the past and in no way do I doubt your angling skills. I do however, urge you to re-think your stance on flossing.

Lunch Time,

I fish Blue Creek from thank bank alot in the summer and also from my sled, so Ive already seen the things you pointed out. I have an older smokercraft (maroon stripe) with Yamaha 115 on the back, keep a look out for me and Id be glad to have beer with you and maybe share a laugh or too.

RL