I got into this industry knowing exactly how it worked and I hope things don't change away from the derby style openers we have. The only thing I'd like to see looked it is a mechanism to slow down the catch rate (not cut it off) to keep us fishing in March/April. Perhaps going to 3 or 4 days a week once we hit a certain number before a certain date? And that would be fleet wide. Yes, Sitka takes a lot of the winter quota, but there is also a lot a fisherman fishing there too. The hatchery openings are great, and hope to get a few more in the Craig area to help relieve congestion on the Tranquil drag and to keep us fishing longer if have some fish around. Hopefully our hatchery starts getting some good returns.
Joel
F/V Glory