Originally Posted By: StinkingWaters


Doc I have more questions about the Tier system and who and how they come up with those numbers. Pre-run forecasts? Will or would there be mid-season adjustments if escapements are not what was expected?


The numbers for each Tier were determined by the GH Salmon Advisory, of which several forum members are active participants.

In-season management is something we have pushed for in the past 6 years.

Unfortunately, the co-manager agreement specifically states "there shall be NO in-season management".... no adjustments mid-run.... with the singular exception of makeup days for the tribe if conditions are deemed unfishable or they get skunked for the day.

Sadly the potential for funding in-season monitoring is not something that's likely to materialize given the pending cuts WDFW is likely to face in the next budget cycle.
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