There was a huge crash in escapement in 2015 and the subsequent outmigration for fry in 2016 for Pink Salmon throughout the sound. 2017 was HORRIBLE for returns and fisheries. It was a real struggle and I think the state should have really reined it in on fishing opportunities for pinks that year, but of course they never did. I think we can expect to see less than 50% of our average escapement numbers for Pinks to PS in 2019.... it's going to be another very slow Pink season. Coupled with Coho cuts existing and coming and I think even meaningful Pink fisheries are in trouble for 2019.
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When I grow up I want to be,
One of the harvesters of the sea.
I think before my days are done,
I want to be a fisherman.