I really take exception to WDFW's 350,000 fish escapement rule. They selected this number 30 years ago and since that time have not modified it or adjusted it in any way. Is that lousy science or what??? Or did they just get it perfect right out of the gate???

My own analysis shows the computed parent/offspring correlation coefficient to be .25 out of a possible 1.0. This is a very weak correlation that in turn refutes the idea that 350,000 fish are needed to sustain this fishery.

Also, why are they so anal about a totally intoduced fishery?? I think WDFW likes the annual drama every summer.