3 days for Kings

[CP]

Looks like a 3-day season again in MA 9&10, going to be a zoo.  I'm planning on sitting this one out, just not worth the hassle anymore.

Who all will be braving the crowds? 

[MADMAX]

Exactly why I sold my boat

[Mfowl]

I will fish the opener Thurs/Fri at Mid Channel but that's it. I expect area 10 will get days added as it usually does but 9 will stay closed. Rough go but I guess orcas gotta eat too!...Wish they would eat seals!

[KNOPHISH]

3 days is like a bad joke. When I read the regs I said that can’t be right. I don’t know how they justify raising license prices but keep cutting opportunities. I’ll pay it cuz I hunt and fish.

[Gentrys]

I'll be out there on the Saturday with the crowds.  At least Everett has a great boat launch.

[Stein]

I'll do at least one day, but can't wait for coho where you can spread out a bit.

I think it's going to be a great season, wouldn't be surprised an emergency close.  The shorter the season the more people are likely to go out it seems, kind of shooting ourselves in the foot.

[WAcoueshunter]

It’s gonna be fine. Take a deep breath. 10 will get at least another weekend, maybe two.

10 won’t be a zoo when 9 is open. Gets more crowded when 9 is closed.

There are kings in 10 beyond the south side of Jeff Head. Bigger issue is that there are few mature kings in 10 that early. Really hits its stride 2-3 weeks later.  It can be absolutely amazing the second week of August. The catch rate will be super low that first weekend, we’ll have plenty of quota to get more days.  Unfortunately probably not enough to last until it’s really good.

[Stein]

Afternoon tide change may be an option depending on the wind.