as far as i remember, you cannot retain any cutts in any saltwater in the state... rivers are different...

i like using the large Dick Nites, and either troll, or cast for them.. if trolling, get into about 15-18 feet of water, 1/2 ounce sinker, 4 ft leader, and a large 50/50 Nite, and troll around Koke speed and slightly faster in some cases, 1.0 - 1.5 MPH... my largest was 20 years ago, 28 inches, and probably around 4-5 pounds, didnt have a digital camera back then, so no pics... brother did release one about 3.5 pounds 2 years ago, and i think he got a pic, not sure, ill ask him... deffinately will be going after them this summer...

i prefer high tides, with ZERO wind, and minimal movement on the water... the nice hot days in July and August, during lows the rocks heat up, and when it turns and goes to high tide, the water is nice and warm, and they will go crazy... Hood Canal area (not giving specifics), is probably the best in the state for them IMO, have caught them other places, but the size in the Canal are alot bigger than most... even on light fiberglass Steelhead rods, the bigger ones will give you a run for sure...

good luck..