I believe Todd and Bob already answered this question for you Cowlitz, right here:


Todd:

"it makes sense to not implement rules like this mid-season, when it's only a month to the end of the season".


Bob:

"I also know how last minute major reg changes can affect a guide... to allow those that had trips booked through this season to run as they were booked."

It appears to me that the Commission is being rather accomodating to both guides and sportfishers by having the rule take effect AFTER the 03/04 season is completed.