King Salmon fishing along Kenai River faces restrictions once again like it happened last year. The trend of restricting the sport was repeated after 50 years with the aim of retaining most of them within the ecosystem. Enthusiasts are advised to look for alternatives. The Fishery Department is confident that the measures will raise their numbers.
50 years after the first Kenai River Salmon fishing ban for two years in a row in 1964 and 1965, a slight change has been introduced. The runs take effect before the beginning of the season. This gives room for enthusiasts to look for alternatives and avoid disruptions when emergency orders are issued.
The rivers affected by the orders are Anchor, Kaslof, Sustina and Little Sustina. Activity is also banned along their tributaries. The dates for the ban run from 1st May, a Thursday, to 30th June. The rules are loosened from July 1st for anyone fishing beyond Slikok Creek as long as the salmon numbers are adequate. The restrictions resemble those put in place at the same time last year.
The closure is different since it comes before the season begins. According to the Department of Fish and Game, enthusiasts can make alternative plans to avoid disappointment. This move is bold and informed by years of observation.
Fishing enthusiasts were allowed to catch some fish and then release them. This privilege has been withdrawn this year. The authorities insist that the rivers do not have enough fish. Balance in the ecosystem can only be achieved if the current numbers are safeguarded. This explains the move.
Normal figures for the area range from 5,300 to 9,000 Kings during the early run. This year, they project a lower number of around 2,200. This means that strict measures must be taken if the survival of kings is to be guaranteed. Without such measures, their population will be depleted beyond help.
In 1965, the rivers were also closed before the season began. This trend will be repeated this year. The figures for the late run for Kenai River are also not clear. Authorities have refrained from issuing orders yet as they observe what happens.
Kasilof river offers an option if they are from hatcheries. There is a way to distinguish the two types of fish. Authorities have banned the use of single hooks and baits along this river. The hatchery bag has also been restricted.
Anchor River has a restriction of two salmons for the entire river. The catch has to be 20 inches or more. Sport fishing is not allowed on Wednesdays. The hooks must not be single in design and no hooks are allowed. Rivers draining in the area are also covered by these restrictions.
Last season, fishermen and the kings arrived later than expected because of weather dynamics. The ban takes effect on 1st and not 15th of May like last year. This is aimed at protecting the early run. As the season progresses, the ban is lifted or relaxed depending on the number of arriving kings. Sport enthusiast can make alternative plans since the restrictions have been announced earlier.
50 years after the first Kenai River Salmon fishing ban for two years in a row in 1964 and 1965, a slight change has been introduced. The runs take effect before the beginning of the season. This gives room for enthusiasts to look for alternatives and avoid disruptions when emergency orders are issued.
The rivers affected by the orders are Anchor, Kaslof, Sustina and Little Sustina. Activity is also banned along their tributaries. The dates for the ban run from 1st May, a Thursday, to 30th June. The rules are loosened from July 1st for anyone fishing beyond Slikok Creek as long as the salmon numbers are adequate. The restrictions resemble those put in place at the same time last year.
The closure is different since it comes before the season begins. According to the Department of Fish and Game, enthusiasts can make alternative plans to avoid disappointment. This move is bold and informed by years of observation.
Fishing enthusiasts were allowed to catch some fish and then release them. This privilege has been withdrawn this year. The authorities insist that the rivers do not have enough fish. Balance in the ecosystem can only be achieved if the current numbers are safeguarded. This explains the move.
Normal figures for the area range from 5,300 to 9,000 Kings during the early run. This year, they project a lower number of around 2,200. This means that strict measures must be taken if the survival of kings is to be guaranteed. Without such measures, their population will be depleted beyond help.
In 1965, the rivers were also closed before the season began. This trend will be repeated this year. The figures for the late run for Kenai River are also not clear. Authorities have refrained from issuing orders yet as they observe what happens.
Kasilof river offers an option if they are from hatcheries. There is a way to distinguish the two types of fish. Authorities have banned the use of single hooks and baits along this river. The hatchery bag has also been restricted.
Anchor River has a restriction of two salmons for the entire river. The catch has to be 20 inches or more. Sport fishing is not allowed on Wednesdays. The hooks must not be single in design and no hooks are allowed. Rivers draining in the area are also covered by these restrictions.
Last season, fishermen and the kings arrived later than expected because of weather dynamics. The ban takes effect on 1st and not 15th of May like last year. This is aimed at protecting the early run. As the season progresses, the ban is lifted or relaxed depending on the number of arriving kings. Sport enthusiast can make alternative plans since the restrictions have been announced earlier.
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