escapement

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That’s due to concerns over a Queets River coho return not expected to reach escapement goals that are set to ensure sustainable runs in the future.

From Seattle Times

If lake escapement appears to be in jeopardy, the lake fishery may be closed.

From Washington Times

The reopening comes as salmon returns to the Kuskokwim River are lower than projected and may meet the minimum bounds of the state’s escapement goals.

From Seattle Times

The return would be about 60% larger than last year’s escapement of just 12,780 fish, which failed to meet the department’s sustainable escapement goal of 13,500 to 27,000 fish.

From Seattle Times

The state Department of Fish and Game operates six weirs on Kuskokwim tributaries to monitor king salmon escapement, also tracking the five and 10 year averages for the species.

From Seattle Times