ODFW seeks candidates for an ocean and inland recreational fishing representative position on the Fish Restoration and Enhancement Program Board

SALEM, Ore. – ODFW is seeking qualified applicants to fill an ocean and inland recreational fishing position on the Restoration and Enhancement (R&E) Program Board. Interested individuals must apply by Oct. 16, 2026.

Board members meet two to four times each year in various communities throughout the state to review project funding applications, hear public testimony, act as liaisons between the program and the public, and conduct other program business. Board members are appointed to four-year terms by the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission.

The ideal ocean and inland recreational fishing candidate will be a resident of Oregon that is able to effectively represent sport anglers. Desirable attributes include involvement with local fishing groups or fish management, previous experience with boards or commissions, and knowledge of, or involvement with, the diverse sport fisheries across Oregon.

The R&E Program was created by the Oregon Legislature in 1989 to help fund fish restoration and enhancement projects throughout the state. The program is funded by a surcharge on sport and commercial fishing licenses and commercial poundage fees. It is overseen by a seven-member citizen board made up of three ocean and inland recreational sport fishing representatives, three representatives from the commercial salmon industry (troll, gillnet and seafood processing) and one public-at-large representative. The Board reviews grant proposals from various organizations and agencies and recommends projects for funding.

For more information and to obtain an application, go to the R&E Program website or by contacting Marty Olson, at (503) 947-6232 or mailto:Martin.P.Olson@odfw.oregon.gov.