Salmon recovery leaders needed

[Washington Hunter]

Not too many from Washington on here, but just in case: (how about you Hunterman?)

NEWS RELEASE
WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE
600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, WA 98501-1091

March 19, 2007
Contact: Dianne Ludwig, (360) 902-2252
or Heather Bartlett, (360) 902-2662



Salmon recovery leaders needed


The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is now accepting applications from citizens interested in salmon recovery to serve on a board that oversees the state’s Regional Fisheries Enhancement Group (RFEG) program.

Two volunteer board positions – one representing commercial fishing and one at-large – are currently open on the eight-member advisory board. The department encourages candidates from eastern Washington to apply to ensure the board represents broad geographic interests.

“Serving on the board is a great opportunity to build a stronger relationship between watershed-based citizen groups and the department in our shared mission of rebuilding salmon runs throughout our great state,” said WDFW Deputy Director Larry Peck.

The RFEG program was created by the state Legislature in 1990 to involve local communities, citizen volunteers, and landowners in the state’s salmon recovery efforts. Fourteen groups, 11 in western Washington and three in eastern Washington, are dedicated to restoring salmon and steelhead populations by working with state and federal agencies, Native American tribes, and local businesses and landowners.

The advisory board meets quarterly throughout the state to review and approve projects for salmon recovery proposed by the RFEGs. Travel reimbursement and per diem expenses are available, but board members do not receive direct compensation.

The three-year terms begin when filled. The commercial-fishing position ends December 31, 2008. The at-large position expires December 31, 2009.

Applicants should submit a letter of interest and a resume by April 13 to: Heather Bartlett, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, Regional Fisheries Enhancement Group Program, 600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, Washington 98501-1091.




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[cjcj]

Jose??? step up! you been crying for years about them fish....Step up!

 

[BuzzH]

He might if he lived in Washington.

 

[Washington Hunter]

cjcj, you know I am not sure if they would accept a non-resident or not. I kind of doubt it. But seeing how Washington salmon and Idaho salmon are the same fish, I don't see why they shouldn't let an Idaho resident on the board.

 

[cjcj]

He could at least cut loose with some cash,, or fly people around in his 1952 piper cub.

 

[Washington Hunter]

Buzz could volunteer some of his time/money as well.

 

[BuzzH]

If I lived in Washington I'd be on that board.

It did say this: "Travel reimbursement and per diem expenses are available"

I doubt they'd cover 1300 miles each way or pay for a plane ticket though. Sure sounds to me like the WDFW is looking for residents...but thats just a hunch.

 

[Washington Hunter]

I'd even nominate you for that position Buzz. You'd have the Snake free flowing in no time, I am sure.

 

[Hunterman]

I've given this some good thought Washington Hunter hump Infact I've even called them too to get more info...But I don't think I'll be able to get much time off work to do it after my heart sugery...Plus seeing that I work for the state they might not want me...A conflick(?sp) of intrest kind of thing...

Hunterman(Tony)