Originally Posted By: FishRanger

WN1A, does that mean that I need to get a special permit to fish the hatchery fish in the Skagit if there are also Nate's present, such as now?? (I know I can't get a permit, just trying to get my brain around your statement).


FishRanger, individuals fishing in state waters aren't required to get a permit. The state is required to get an incidental take permit to allow a fishery when a take of listed fish might occur. Before they can get a permit they must complete the 4(d) plan that I referenced earlier. Steelhead are only listed in Puget Sound in western Washington. What happens here is entirely different than what is happening on the OP. ESA listing was supported by many sports fishermen, now that it has happened I think many are having second thoughts. Now you know why loggers love spotted owls.