We gave BC the green light to take whatever they want when we took about half of their fish by damning the Columbia. I forget the exact number but it was based of the historical run size at that time which was pretty huge and it is a signed treaty.

As for Ak where else can Wa anglers spend their money and actually catch some fish. Or more importantly schedule vacation and book trips without having the season closed a week before your departure date.

It seems pretty obvious to me that the current situation is exactly what everyone, with the notable exception of sport anglers, want it. Especially if your a dumbass like me and buy a license so I can eat a couple of trout a year on alpine hikes.