Skeena Salmon Test Fishery 1987

Information relating to the Skeena River gillnet test fishery program for 1987 and a summary for the years 1955 to 1976 is presented in this report. Daily catch of all salmon species (Oncorhynchus~) and steelhead trout (Salmo gairdneri) are detailed by set along with age, sex, and length data. Fishing dates, set times, actual fishing times and tide cycle information are presented. Daily index (catch per hour) calculations are tabulated for all salmon species and steelhead trout. Daily, weekly and cumulative escapement estimates for sockeye and pink salmon are also provided.