Broodstock programs are just a harvest crutch, and not a recovery tool.

You are turning a blind eye if you believe broodstock programs do more good than harm in the long run of eventual "recovery" to wild steelhead.

OTOH, if it's between a well run hatchery and a well run broodstocking program, the lesser evil of the two would be the broodstocking program.

Originally Posted By: salmon bake
No guide in their right mind would promote their clients to bonk wilds, unless of course you go on a guided trip on the quinallt. elite


Funny you should mention the Quinault. One of the best examples of a once-quality river that has been completely tainted by it's broodstocking program. Good luck finding a true native steelhead on that river.
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