"The problem is that DFG is not following the law. Fish and Game Code 711 states that hunting and fishing programs are to be funded out of hunting and fishing license revenues and these revenues shall not be used for non game programs".

Bingo, thats what I was getting at, and glad to see you you understand this as well.

As for "spawning" wild trout, well then you no longer have wild trout. Im absolutely am against salmon hatcheries. I could write a book on why, but wont. As for trout, thats a tough one. I think stocking trout for catch and release fisheries is fine, it has its utility, mostly for providing city folks and the "less hardcore" with some sort of fishing experience. However, I see no reason to put trout in waters that they are not native to, nor do I see a reason to put hatchery fish into systems that still retain native genes.

On the bright side, the only fish that really matters is bass. And since those stinky little puss belly hatchery trout contribute to growing huge bass, then I support stocking RESERVOIRS with hatchery fish.