Fishermen alarmed by king salmon restrictions proposed for major Bristol Bay sockeye district

The Nushagak River is the largest king salmon producer in Bristol Bay, according to ADF&G. The department has submitted several proposals that could restrict commercial use of the fishing district.

Perry Broderick's crew hauling in salmon on the Nushagak in 2022. — Perry Broderick's crew hauling in salmon on the Nushagak in 2022.Photo: Perry Broderick

Rachel Sapin

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Published 30 November 2022, 22:36Updated 30 November 2022, 23:06