From Washington to California, the 2014 salmon season is officially open. Chinook and coho are the salmon species most targeted in the ocean fisheries, and this season's forecast looks to be as promising as last - welcome news for salmon fishermen. Scientists project that 3.2 million Chinook and 2.5 million coho salmon will return to the waters off Washington, Oregon, and California this year. The numbers add up to a 2014 season akin to 2013, with minor modifications in some areas. North of Cape Falcon, forecasts indicate stronger Chinook and coho returns than 2013. Hatchery stocks in the...
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