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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is asking for public input on management strategies for salmon and steelhead in Lower Columbia River tributary fisheries through an online survey.
Your feedback will help shape potential updates to the Lower Columbia River Tributary Fishery Management and Evaluation Plan (FMEP). The online survey is open through April 30.
“This is an opportunity for individuals to weigh in on how we approach fisheries management in Lower Columbia River tributaries,” said Bryce Glaser, WDFW’s Southwest Region Fish Program Manager. “Through public input and the latest scientific modeling, we can make informed decisions that support both fish populations and fishing opportunities for years to come.”
Don’t miss your chance to have a say in the future of these fisheries.
The FMEP, last updated in 2003, plays a critical role in setting fishing seasons for salmon and steelhead under the U.S. Endangered Species Act. The FMEP sets fishery targets, such as how many fish should escape to spawn or how many fish can be harvested. The plan also assesses conservation risks, outlines how fisheries and fish populations are regulated, monitored, and enforced, and includes performance measures to track progress toward management objectives.
WDFW held a virtual public meeting April 1 to discuss harvest management options under consideration and answer questions about the evaluation process. You can refer to the survey webpage for the meeting recording or to review presentation materials. For more details, visit the meeting webpage or refer to our blog post.
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