Bruce -
Have to disagree - while the average angler maybe ignorant about some of the habitat issues the reader of this and other sites can hardly make that claim. These issues has been discussed at great length - it is just that they are not very sexy. You are correct in that it does take considerable work for an individual to successful in lobbying for changes or protection. That is one reason why discussions on various web sites can be so important.

Todd -
Have not heard or see anything new on the bull trout report - not that I really expect to hear new information.

Tight lines
S malma