The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking input from recreational anglers to help shape the 2017 Pacific halibut and 2018 and 2019-2020 bottomfish seasons. Anglers are encouraged to participate in the season-setting process by attending one of four public meetings in late July. “It is important that we hear from a wide range of anglers before making decisions,” said ODFW Recreational Halibut and Bottomfish Project Leader Lynn Mattes. The meetings are: Tuesday, July 25, 6-8 p.m. in Newport at the Marine Resources Program office, 2040 SE Marine Science Dr. This meeting will also be webcast; see details below. Wednesday, July 26, 6-8 p.m. in Salem at ODFW Headquarters (4034 Fairview Industrial Drive SE) in the Commission Room. Monday, July 31, 7-9 p.m. in Brookings at the Best Western Beachfront Inn (note time is different than the other meetings). Tuesday, Aug. 1, 6-8 p.m. in North Bend at the Public Library. Anglers who wish to provide input but cannot attend a meeting in person or via webcast can contact Lynn Mattes at (541) 867-4741 ext. 237, or lynn.mattes@state.or.us or Maggie Sommer at (541) 867-4741 ext. 227 or Maggie.sommer@state.or.us. Background information will be posted on the ODFW sport bottomfish and sport halibut webpages early next week. July 25 Webcast Details – You can join the Newport meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/715579621 Use your computer speakers or you can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (312) 757-3121 Access Code: 715-579-621
Audio pin: Shown in the GoTo Meeting dialogue box on your computer screen after joining the meeting. (First GoToMeeting? Try a test session: https://care.citrixonline.com/g2m/getready)
