Sure, let's net the snot out of them. Then when numbers are down the sporties can pay with reduce seasons and opportunities. Why should this fishery be any different than any other salmon in this state?

As far as biologist , well they kind of seem like statisticians.
They can find the data they need to back up any outcome they wish to achieve. So you get the tribes saying we have plenty of fish, we can net 5 days a week. The state saying there are plenty of fish, the tribes can net 5 days a week and the sporties well you guys catch too many fish you should only fish 3 days a week. When the runs are not meeting escapement the sportis get the shaft, we'll be the ones forced to curtail fishing. Oh sure the commericals will have to stop but the damage is done.

On the bycatch. If you think the numbers reports are correct and accurate (tribal or commercial), I have a bridge up for sale, CHEAP.

Tight Lines,

MJ