NEWPORT, Ore – ODFW is holding a virtual public meeting to discuss the commercial market squid fishery on Friday, June 3 from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. ODFW will discuss the current fishery, monitoring results, and management measures adopted in February by the Oregon Fish and Wildlife. The Commission also directed ODFW to develop a proposal to prohibit use of independent light boats prior to the start of the 2023 fishery. Industry and public input are needed on these and other topics such as gear conflicts, bycatch of other species, and squid harvest sustainability. Join online from your computer, tablet, or smartphone: https://tinyurl.com/ybkktt9e The meeting will be held using Microsoft Teams. Depending on your web browser, you may need to download the free Teams app to your device to join the meeting. Join by teleconference using your phone: Dial 503-446-4951, Access code: 772 577 057# For more information, check the market squid fishery website. Questions and comments can be directed to Troy Buell, State Fishery Management Program Leader, at 541-961-8135 or troy.v.buell@odfw.oregon.gov.
