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Founded 1870, AFS is the leading source of fisheries science and management information worldwide: https://fisheries.org/.
In the latest issue of #Fisheries: Updating Angling Records to Advance Sport Fish Conservation: A Case Study of IGFA's Black Bass World Records, Ghost Fishing Threatens Biodiversity in African Great Lake, #AFS154 Annual Meeting Preview, & much more: afspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/15488446...
We're excited to offer a large selection of Continuing Education Courses this year at #AFS154 in Honolulu, such as this two-day course on data visualization and storytelling. Plan to come to Hawai'i a little early and browse all courses at: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/continuing-e... #fisheries
Aloha! May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. We have put together a brief #AFS154 guide on how we can honor and respect the rich culture of Kānaka Maoli (Native Hawaiians) and the natural beauty of the islands: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/a-guide-to-b....
It's here! TODAY is the last day to submit abstracts for #AFS154 in Honolulu. We're looking forward to a fantastic program with more than 120 sessions (afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/sessions/). Submit your abstract by 11:59 pm HST: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/call-for-abs... #fisheries
REMINDER: You have just one more day to submit your abstract for the #AFS154 Annual Meeting in Honolulu. See also the record number of continuing education course offerings now posted, if you don't mind coming to Hawai'i a little earlier: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/continuing-e...
This is the very last week to get your abstract in for the #AFS154 Annual Meeting in Honolulu. Browse the more than 120 sessions at afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/sessions/ and submit your abstract by Friday, May 3: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/call-for-abs....
In the latest issue of #Fisheries: Fish Diversity and Use of Nearshore and Open-Water Habitats in Terminal Lakes; eDNA as a Tool for Better Understanding the Distribution, Abundance, and Health of Salmon (open access); Studying Kelp Forests; and more: afspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/15488446...
📢 Ok, we hear you! Due to an inundation of requests, we are extending the abstract submission deadline for #AFS154 in Honolulu by one week to Friday, May 3. Submit your abstract: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/call-for-abs...
It's the final week for abstract submission for the #AFS154 Annual Meeting in Honolulu. Get your abstract in by Friday, April 26: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/call-for-abs...
⏰ We are down to just ONE WEEK left for you to submit your abstract for the Annual Meeting in Honolulu. Be sure to check out the huge selection of symposia at afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/sessions/ and submit our abstract by Friday, April 26: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/call-for-abs....
Just 10 days left to submit your abstract for the #AFS154 Annual Meeting in Honolulu! Submit your abstract by April 26: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/call-for-abs...
Important reminder: Award nominations are due this Friday, April 19. Don't miss this chance to recognize inspiring professionals in #fisheries! Learn more: fisheries.org/about/awards... #AFS154
After over 10 years at the helm, AFS Executive Director Doug Austen has announced his retirement this year. AFS has launched a nationwide search for a new Executive Director to lead our staff and operations and the Search Committee is now accepting applications. Learn more: fisheries.org/edsearch
In the latest #Fisheries: The Great Lakes Future Fishers Initiative: Supporting the Next Generation of Commercial Fishing (open access), The Incredible HALK: Borrowing Data for Age Assignment (open access), 2nd VP Candidate Statements, and much more: afspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/15488446...
Abstract submission is now open for #AFS154 in Honolulu, Hawai'i, September 15-19. See the descriptions for more than 100 symposia here: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/sessions/ and then submit your abstract by April 26: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/call-for-abs...
In response to several requests, we're extending the nomination deadline for AFS awards until April 19. Give some recognition to deserving fisheries professionals or apply for travel awards for the #AFS154 Annual Meeting in Hawai'i: fisheries.org/about/awards...
Today is #NationalRenewableEnergyDay! To better understand the implications and interactions between #windenergy and marine #fisheries, read the open access papers in this themed issue from Marine and Coastal Fisheries (open access): bit.ly/49ZhKn2 #offshorewind
Register now for next week's Fisheries Management Section webinar on statistics, Tuesday, March 19 at 2:00 pm EDT. For more information and to register: register.gotowebinar.com/register/824... #fisheries
REMINDER: Award nominations for 2024 are due on April 1, including awards for conservation, science, and service, as well as #AFS154 Annual Meeting travel. Bring some recognition to your heroes in the fisheries profession! Learn more: fisheries.org/about/awards...
On International Women's Day, we congratulate Dr. Ana Parma of the Argentine National Scientific and Technological Research Council (CONICET), recipient of the International Fisheries Science Prize at the World Fisheries Congress this week. More: fisheries.org/2024/02/inte... #fisheries #wfc2024
In the latest issue of #Fisheries: Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout Recovery in Yellowstone Lake (open access), Caspian Tern Management to Increase Survival of Juvenile Salmonids in the Columbia River Basin, and much more: afspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/.../154.../2... 🐠🐟🧪
Last chance for session proposals for the #AFS154 Annual Meeting in Honolulu in September! Submit your ideas for symposia, innovative sessions, and continuing education workshops by Friday, February 23: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org. #fisheries
Just 3 days left to submit symposium, innovative session, and continuing education course proposals for #AFS154 this September in Honolulu, Hawai'i. All session proposals are due Friday, February 23. Submit now: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/call-for-ses... #fisheries 🐠🐟🦑
Do you 🩷 freshwater mussels? There's still time to register for today's webinar, "USGS Science Vision for Native Freshwater Mussel Research in the United States," at 2 pm EST. Register now: fisheries.org/2024/01/webi... #fisheries
Just 10 days left to submit session proposals for the 2024 Annual Meeting in Honolulu, Hawai'i, September 15-19. All proposals for symposia, innovative sessions, and continuing education courses are due on Friday, February 23. Learn more: afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org #fisheries
Congratulations to 2024 International Fisheries Science Prize recipient, Ana Parma, Argentine National Scientific and Technological Research Council (CONICET). Dr. Parma will be presented the prize at #WFC2024, where she will also be a plenary speaker. Learn more: fisheries.org/2024/02/inte... 🐠🐟🦑🧪
Find out what's in store at the upcoming World Fisheries Congress in our new "AFS Beneath the Surface" podcast episode, featuring interviews with World Council of Fisheries Societies President Donna Parrish and #WFC2024 Program Co-chair Abby Lynch: www.podbean.com/ew/pb-psrmj-... #fisheries
New in Marine & Coastal #Fisheries (open access): Shark depredation in US recreational fisheries is an increasing source of human–wildlife conflict. Authors quantified shark depredation in the Tarpon fishery and characterized spatial ecology of Great Hammerheads & Tarpon in FL Keys: bit.ly/3Oeaxqg
New in Transactions: Artificial light at night is one of the most pervasive and rapidly expanding sources of anthropogenic pollution. Light pollution may interfere with the foraging behavior of an ecologically and economically important sport fish. Read more: bit.ly/3Snb1M7 #fisheries
New in Transactions: Artificial light at night is one of the most pervasive and rapidly expanding sources of anthropogenic pollution. Light pollution may interfere with the foraging behavior of an ecologically and economically important sport fish. Read more: bit.ly/3Snb1M7
Today, January 31, is the FINAL DAY to register for the World Fisheries Congress with our discounted Early Bird Registration rate. Register now: wfc2024.fisheries.org/registration #fisheries #WFC2024
In the latest #Fisheries: Why Aren't Salmon Responding to Habitat Restoration in the Pacific Northwest?, Managing Expectations from Intensively Monitored Watershed Studies, Fish Sounds as an Effective Tool in Marine Science Communication, and more: afspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/15488446...
Just two days left to save on early registration rates for the World Fisheries Congress! Early registration ends Weds 1/31. Don't forget to also book your room at our host hotel & main conference site, the Hyatt Regency Seattle, or at our other great lodging options: wfc2024.fisheries.org #WFC2024
FIVE! Just five days remain to register for the World Fisheries Congress #WFC2024 with the discounted early bird registration rate. Register now at: wfc2024.fisheries.org/registration
Nominations for 2024 AFS awards are now open! Recognize those doing inspiring work in conservation, science, or service. Annual Meeting travel award applications are also now open. Most nominations are due April 1: fisheries.org/about/awards...
Nominations for 2024 AFS awards are now open! Recognize those doing inspiring work in conservation, science, or service. Annual Meeting travel award applications are also now open. Most nominations are due April 1: fisheries.org/about/awards... #fisheries
New special section in the North American Journal of Fisheries Management: Native Lampreys - Research and Conservation of Ancient Fishes. Read now: afspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/15488675... 🧪🐟🐠 #fisheries
Join fisheries professionals from around the world in Seattle this March at the 9th World Fisheries Congress! This event occurs only once every four years and this is the first ever Congress in the USA. Early registration rates end next week - register at wfc2024.fisheries.org/registration/ #wfc2024
Join fisheries professionals from around the world in Seattle this March at the 9th World Fisheries Congress! This event occurs only once every four years and this is the first ever Congress in the USA. Early registration rates end next week - register at wfc2024.fisheries.org/registration/
New AFS podcast! Just launched this month, "AFS Beneath the Surface" takes a deep dive into the programs and people of AFS. Catch up on AFS news and enjoy interviews with AFS members. Now available on PodBean (americanfisheriessociety.podbean.com) and other major platforms. #fisheries
Just two weeks left to save on registration with the early rate for the 9th World Fisheries Congress, Seattle, Washington, USA, March 3-7. Register now at wfc2024.fisheries.org/registration/ #fisheries #wfc2024
Just two weeks left to save on registration with the early rate for the 9th World Fisheries Congress, Seattle, Washington, USA, March 3-7. Register now at wfc2024.fisheries.org/registration/ #fisheries #wfc2024
Just two weeks left to save on registration with the early rate for the 9th World Fisheries Congress, Seattle, Washington, USA, March 3-7. Register now at wfc2024.fisheries.org/registration/ #fisheries #wfc2024
Join us for our next webinar at 2 pm EST on Feb 14 on the "USGS Science Vision for Native Freshwater Mussel Research in the United States," with David Hu, Nathan Johnson, and Teresa Newton of the U.S. Geological Survey. Free for AFS members and $25 for non-members: fisheries.org/2024/01/webi...
AFS seeks a scientist to serve as an editor of the North American Journal of #Fisheries Management. Editor must be committed to fast-paced deadlines, and would be appointed for a 3-year renewable term. Join our team or nominate a highly qualified colleague! Learn more: fisheries.org/2024/01/afs-...
Next semester is almost here! Get the #fisheries books you need for the lowest price possible during the AFS book sale, now thru January 15. Over 100 titles between $6–11, with $1 from each purchase donated to the AFS Publications Endowment Fund. What a catch! fisheries.org/bookstore/
New in JAAH: Nervous necrosis virus (NNV) threatens marine fish, making surveillance crucial. This study provides new data on the epidemiological status of NNV, detected in wild-caught fish in natural shoals off the northwestern Atlantic coast of Spain. Open access: bit.ly/3tJC8sl
New in Transactions: Big Hole River, Montana, contains the only remaining native population of Arctic Grayling in the lower 48 states. How will ongoing elevated river water temperatures from changes in land use and climate change affect this species? bit.ly/48kzJmV #fisheries 🧪🐟🐠
