Yeng Moua
Salmon, Steelhead and Whales
Questions for Discussion, April 7, 2008

1. As part of a Native American tribe that has been successful in their struggle to keep what is rightfully theirs, how do you think other native groups have been impacted in this region compared to the Nisqually tribe with Judge Boldt’s decision?
2. The declination of fisheries had a profound impact with white settlers blaming the drop in numbers on native tribes. If the traditional Nisqually way of fishing was a factor in the decline in numbers of fish, what other factors may be included in the drop in numbers of fish?
3. Although the natives made up only 1 percent of the population of Washington at that time and perhaps maybe still today, is the 50-50 formula justified? Why? Why not?
4. Considering that people are transitioning from their traditional way of life into a more modern style of living, have rules changed to fit the needs of native groups? Or will rules continue to stay the same as long as there is a want for the traditional method to be practiced?
5. Are there any traditional methods that the native groups possess that you feel is unfair with the greater sport population? If so, what?
6. What options might you come up with to help equalize how you feel about one particular party’s practice in harvesting fish?

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