Columbia River Commercial Fishing Advisory Group

The purpose of the Columbia River Commercial Fishing Advisory Group is to advise the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) on issues affecting commercial fisheries in the Columbia River. These issues include optimizing fisheries within Endangered Species Act (ESA) constraints, aiding in designing fishery regulations, and refining fishing gears and techniques.

  • Advisors will be selected to represent commercial fishing interests throughout the lower Columbia River, including and Select Areas in Washington and Oregon, and to reflect participation in all segments of the Columbia River commercial fishing sector.
  • It is anticipated that the Advisory Group will meet 2-4 times per year, including public meetings held as part of the North of Falcon season setting process. The Advisory Group will also be expected to provide guidance to the Columbia River Compact through attendance and testimony.

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At the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, we celebrate diverse individuals who bring a wide range of perspectives. All are welcome to participate in our processes regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability.

Contacts and member info

Members

Guidelines

Contacts

Meeting calendar

Agendas will be available approximately one week prior to the next meeting.