We all ***** about the lack of enforcement on our rivers, and then complain when they're actually out there doing their jobs?

Or do we only complain about enforcement not watching what's going on until they watch us?

If you're not doing anything wrong, then don't worry about the fishcops. Targeting salmon when it's not open is illegal. If you don't like the regulation, violating it is not the way to show it and get any respect from the lawmakers. There are reasons why those rivers are or are not open at given times. I think it's alright to complain about the reasons, or argue the science, or whatever. On the other hand, I don't think that it's alright to just go ahead and fish for the salmon in spite of the regulation.

I think that those actions make us all look bad and lose whatever credibility we have as sportsmen.

Sorry for the rant, it's very late and this hit a nerve.

Fish on...

Todd.