ODFW hosts public meeting to discuss hatchery resiliency, June 27

ODFW release – SALEM, Ore.–ODFW is looking ahead to chart a sustainable future for Oregon’s hatcheries. The public is invited to a meeting June 27 to learn more about the process ODFW is using to thoroughly review the state’s hatcheries and plan for the future. The review was directed by the 2023 Oregon Legislature and is being conducted by third-party contractors. The June 27 meeting runs from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the ODFW Salem Headquarters’ Commission Room. However, due to space limitations, the public is encouraged to join the online Teams meeting or call in to 1-503-446-4951 (conference ID 294-092-605#). Use the information below to join online: Join the meeting now, Meeting ID: 215 125 168 707, Passcode: bcTYnD This public kick off meeting will be followed by a series of recorded, informational webinars in August on the third-party assessments of the operations, sustainability, and climate vulnerability of state-owned hatcheries. Dates for these webinars and other information will be coming soon. For more information, check the ODFW Hatchery Resiliency webpage and sign up for updates.