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One ,concern that was apparent among virtually all groups contacted was the issue of inter-basin transfers of salmonid stocks. Although most people were- aware of the biological implications, some felt that inter-basin transfers were necessary to attain their goals. Others expressed a need to end all inter-basin transfers of all life stages. Although CDFG has a formal policy against inter-basin transfer of stocks, this supplementation review indicated that the practice is common and widespread. The CDFG has transferred stocks for restoration purposes to establish and maintain runs., Some private programs have received both endemic and non-endemic eggs from CDFG, particularly in waters with depressed or extirpated stocks. The state's intent has been to supplement and expand dwindling or geographically extinct wild stocks. However, a formally organized statewide active program to increase wild stocks (through supplementation) was not apparent from the state personnel interviewed. Maintaining high production levels is the driving force within the hatchery management system. Many personnel from all sectors expressed concern about the proper levels (density) of stocking. Additionally, various measures to promote the survival and return of hatchery stocks (such as trucking juveniles downstream) have been successful. However, there is little done to aid natural production. Although private projects are also motivated to maximizing their production, they have not deviated from their grass-roots objectives of rebuilding local remnant stocks. The private projects are limited by economics; the materials, personnel, technology, and funding necessary to define the capability and nature of these projects. California's private sector ,has the potential to increase present levels of supplementation with additional funding. Guidelines among public agencies and private groups on the biologically appropriate levels of production and supplementation are lacking. This problem needs to be addressed to promote an organized and scientifically sound approach to rebuilding salmonid stocks. Alaska Background Alaska has two entities doing enhancement of salmon and steelhead, private non-profit (PNP) hatcheries and the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Fisheries Rehabilitation Enhancement and Development (FRED) Division hatcheries. PNP hatchery programs provide a structure for fishermen to be involved with the commercial fisheries programs. The PNP hatcheries are supported- by Regional Aquaculture Associations and produce fish ,for commercial harvest. There are seven regional aquaculture associations in Alaska. The PNP rear pink, chum, coho, Chinook and sockeye salmon at their hatcheries. In 1988, PNP hatcheries took more than 1 billion 21