Columbia River Recreational Fishing Advisory Group

The purpose of the Advisory Group is to advise the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) on issues affecting recreational salmon, steelhead, and sturgeon fisheries in the Columbia River. These issues include creating stable and viable fishing opportunities through the development of management plans, refining fishing techniques, and developing strategies for maintaining diverse recreational fishing opportunities.

  • Advisors will be selected to represent recreational fishing interests throughout the mainstem Columbia and Snake rivers in Washington and Oregon, and to reflect participation in all segments of the recreational fishing sector, including private anglers, charters and guides, local and large-scale retailers, ports, and manufacturers.
  • 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 and Joint State Sport Hearings 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.