I'm reading a lot of posts alleging that WDFW has managed WA steelhead fishing into the ground. I'm not a fan of every decision WDFW makes by a long shot. But I'm curious about exactly how WDFW has mis-managed steelhead, and exactly what actions WDFW could have taken that would have all the rivers full of steelhead today and keep all the steelhead fishermen satisfied. The reason I am curious about this is because I don't think it is possible. What would you have done differently?
Sg
SG...Some have already been answered.
1. Years ago, when the PS runs still had a chance, the WDFW could have negotiated/FORCED the Tribes less days per week to net, based on the first sign of decline! Instead, and it continues on the coast, let them net 5-7 days a week Feb., March, and April, the peak of the wild runs.
2. Years ago! Should have FORCED, even under sports opposition, CnR and selective gear rules to protect wild fish, STATE WIDE! BC did. Harvest continues to this day, on the coast.
3. Should have educated and enforced #2.
4. Should be continuing and expanding, at more locations, brood stock enhancement programs, not stopping them! ie. Sol Duc. IMO Sandy R. study not represenative to every location and should not be used as the guide.
How many more examples do you want? I'm sure I'm missing some.
I am no expert and mean no disrespect, for you provide much insight and expertese to this board. Many on this board have lost faith in the WDFW to manage Steelhead in the future, based on how it exist today. I know I am disgusted and have little faith. Sometimes a little common sense instead of politics or science could go a long way.
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