Wayne GustavesonI have managed Lake Powell fisheries for Utah Division of Wildlife Resources since 1975. Over that time I have learned a few things about sport fishing. When striped bass natural reproduction was discovered it soon became apparent that sport fishing harvest should be maximized to keep the fishery healthy. I started doing weekly fish reports to help anglers find striped bass. The fishing hotline was popular and I supplemented that with printed reports that were distributed at the marinas to tourists. The Aramark PR guy dubbed those printed fish reports Waynes Words playing on the title of a popular movie at the time. Since then the reports continue but now include a few more years experience and the Internet which allows much more information to be presented. The goal remains the same: Help anglers find striped bass so they can harvest fish and keep all Lake Powell fish populations healthy. The good news.... Its Working!
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