I agree! Seems like the norm on many rivers is to snag Salmon and even steelhead. I encountered snaggers on the Beginner's hole in July. They were "fishing" a big chunk of lead, a big hook (I couldn't tell if it was a treble) and a big wad of green yarn. They stood up by the road and cast to fish they could see, sometimes right over my line. I could get fish to go once and a while by using very light gear and finesse baits and jigs. The same applies to Salmon. I've even offered the snaggers the same gear I'm catching fish on and most have refused. I did have one convert on the Kalama however, and even though he didn't catch a fish, I think his snagging days are over. I'm afraid it is only going to get worse as more fish move into the rivers. I'd certainly like to hear some solutions to this snagging problem.