Not surprised. During low water years when I've fished it I wouldn't consider the Queets a quality fishery. A few holes to fish, lots of darker Chinook that should be left alone but can't help themselves when the parade of egg clusters are floated through the few deep pools. Lots of competition, lots of rowing down in the dark to get your spot, lots of guides. In the past I've been part of the crew that has loved that river to death. The rush hour meat hooking crew has ruined it, and the park service doesn't want to be in that business. I don't blame them, but it is a shame that the opportunity is gone once again this year. I would be cool with the Park Service waiting until we have steady rain moving in so the fish stand a chance before it is opened.