Guys -
If we as a group we are unwilling to fish responsibly (cease targeting closed species) and establish an acceptable angling ethic then perhaps WDFW should solve the problem for us.

It would be quite simple - just close all anadromous waters at those times where it has been determined that fishing isn't appropriate for one or more species. This would be much like that on the smaller tributaries that are only open from June 1 to October 31. Of course it would mean that all Puget Sound streams save the Skagit, Snohomish, and Skykomish would be closed year-round - The closures needed becaused of closed seasons for ESA protected species (chinook and bull trout).

The Skagit might be open from November through the spring though closures in Janaury and February might be need some years to protect those late coho. The Snohomish and Skykomish could possibly be open November through February.

What could be simplier? Concise regulations, no gray areas (open or closed for all species) and we aren't force to accept responsibility for own fishing or ethics.

Could apply the same approach to marine waters - again very simple regulations just not much fishing.

Just a thought!

Tight lines
Smalma