does the state consider hatchery and native steelhead seperately? I don't think so. That would be a good point to push the state to do. It would force certain hatcheries into fin clipping.
I also would be in favor of a tag system if we can't go to C&R on natives.(Proceeds go into habitat enhancement.) Say $10.00 per native tag if you want to keep a native or you can C&R. That way if a fish is badly hooked and bleeding, whip the tag out and keep it. Go buy another tag.
I would rather have C&R for natives but this might make people think before harvesting a native. Any other ideas?

[This message has been edited by Bruce (edited 11-07-1999).]