CFM,

Yes, WDFW (WDF then) ended the sport-commercial license, partly in response to the US v Washington treaty fishing decision, as I understood it. Charter boat licenses and commercial ocean troll licenses were both different.

The sport-commercials may also have been restsricted to the 3 mile limit of Washington coastal waters. This may have been the same salmon troll group referred to as "kelpers." I just don't remember.

I was trying to inject some levity in a debate that I don't have the heart for, but Smalma's information is worth your consideration. Any action that increases recreational angline efficiency or increases mortality to ESA listed fish will result in a reduction in fishing time and opportunity for us recreational anglers.

Sincerely,

Salmo g.