Kenai River Salmon Fishing Orders
Sunday, June 8, 2014
By Sally Delacruz
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.
There is a significant difference this year since the shutdown has been done before the summer season begins. This is a bold step by the Department of Fish and Game. It allows enthusiasts to find alternatives for the summer.
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 This privilege has been withdrawn this year.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.
The normal flow brings around 5,300 to 9,000 kings to the area during the early run. Authorities are not expecting the same number this year. They estimate that it will plummet around 2,200. The survival of the kings can only be assured through such measures. This will prevent depletion beyond a limit that would lead to extinction.
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.
The weather last year is blamed for late arrival of both the fish and fisher men. Pushing the date this year is meant to protect the early run and not necessarily restrict fishing activity. Bans in some regions may be lifted if the numbers are impressive. Biologists and outdoor lovers are impressed by the early ban instead of emergency measures midway through the season. It offers a chance for alternative plans.
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.
There is a significant difference this year since the shutdown has been done before the summer season begins. This is a bold step by the Department of Fish and Game. It allows enthusiasts to find alternatives for the summer.
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.
The normal flow brings around 5,300 to 9,000 kings to the area during the early run. Authorities are not expecting the same number this year. They estimate that it will plummet around 2,200. The survival of the kings can only be assured through such measures. This will prevent depletion beyond a limit that would lead to extinction.
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.
The weather last year is blamed for late arrival of both the fish and fisher men. Pushing the date this year is meant to protect the early run and not necessarily restrict fishing activity. Bans in some regions may be lifted if the numbers are impressive. Biologists and outdoor lovers are impressed by the early ban instead of emergency measures midway through the season. It offers a chance for alternative plans.
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