Pacific Northwest Aquatic Monitoring Partnership

WaterWatch’s 40th Anniversary Celebration and Annual Auction
2025-11-01 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Unite with WaterWatch’s community of supporters, conservationists, and river-lovers for hors d’oeuvres, dinner, and drinks along with silent and live auctions.
This year’s event will be held at The Castaway Portland on Saturday, November 1st.
Doors open and the silent auction begins at 5:00 pm, so please arrive promptly. Visit the event website to register, explore the auction catalog, and learn more about sponsorship and donation opportunities. There is a reserved, 120 space parking lot one block from the venue between NW Thurman and NW 17th Ave. that is free for attendees. Look for the WaterWatch signage!
Any additional questions? Please email WaterWatch’s Development Director, Jesse Robbins at jesse@waterwatch.org
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Mission: WaterWatch of Oregon’s mission is to protect and restore streamflows in Oregon’s rivers for native fish, wildlife and the people who depend on healthy rivers. We work to fight for free-flowing rivers, remove obsolete dams, advocate for sustainable groundwater management, and secure balanced and equitable water policies and investments in a climate-changed world.

Society for Freshwater Science Pacific Northwest Chapter 2025 Annual Meeting
2025-11-03 - 2025-11-04 | The Riverside Hotel, 2900 W Chinden Blvd, Garden City, Idaho, 83714
The SFS PNW Chapter annual meeting will be held November 3-4, 2025, in Boise, Idaho.
This meeting will be an in-person and hybrid format. If interested, you are also invited to submit an abstract for an individual presentation. Presentations should inform our understanding and management of freshwater aquatic ecosystems including rivers, streams, lakes, and wetlands in the Pacific Northwest. We are currently planning to facilitate sessions on “Big Data,” intermittent streams, and eDNA, but presentations on any other aspect of freshwater ecosystems are welcome. On Monday night we will hold a social at the Barbarian Brewery that will include a poster session. In addition, on Tuesday November 4th there will be a macroinvertebrate identification workshop provided by our good friends at EcoAnalysts.
Conference registration is $50 for non-students and $25 for students. Please register by October 15th. We encourage everyone to pay via card through Eventbrite, however, if you need to pay via check, please contact Oliver Miler (omiler@nwifc.org).
EventBrite 2025 meeting registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sfs-pnw-chapter-annual-meeting-tickets-1414430191779?aff=oddtdtcreator (active July 1-Oct 31, 2025)
Hotel rooms have been blocked out at the Riverside Hotel under group code “PNW SFS” for $167/night + taxes Please call the hotel (208 343-1871) to reserve your room, or book here: Riverside Hotel Reservations. Reservations must be made by 10/21/25 to get the group rate.
Oral presentations are limited to 15 minutes followed by 5 minutes for audience questions and next speaker transition. Please send abstracts to David Wooster (david.wooster@oregonstate.edu) no later than Thursday September 11th. Abstracts should be <500 words and labeled as “[Last name]_[First 5 words of presentation title]”. Please include all authors and their affiliations, with the name of the presenting/corresponding author in bold type. Indicate if it will be an oral or poster presentation and if you plan to present in-person or virtually. Abstracts are to be submitted as an attachment in Word, not in the body of an e-mail. We hope to notify authors by September 20th of the acceptance of their abstract.
We are pleased to offer two student awards to cover hotel lodging (2 nights) and registration. Contact Shannon Claeson for the scholarship form; forms are due to Shannon by September 15th (shannon.claeson@usda.gov).
Our sponsors and your registration fees make scholarships available, thank you! For donations, advertising or sponsorship opportunities at this year’s conference please contact Oliver Miler (Treasurer; omiler@nwifc.org) for more information.
Contact David Wooster (david.wooster@oregonstate.edu) or Shannon Claeson (shannon.claeson@usda.gov) with any concerns or questions.
Pacific Northwest Chapter | Society for Freshwater Science

2025 NAISMA Annual Conference
2025-11-03 - 2025-11-06
The 2025 North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) Annual Conference is headed to the breathtaking shores of Lake Tahoe! Mark your calendars for November 3–6, 2025, and join them at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe in Stateline, Nevada, for an inspiring and impactful event.

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Conference Details

Dates: November 3–6, 2025
Location: Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, 15 Hwy 50, Stateline, NV 89449
Special Room Rate: $59 per night (plus resort fees and applicable taxes)

Why Attend?
The NAISMA Annual Conference is your opportunity to connect with leading professionals, discover the latest innovations in invasive species management, and contribute to shaping the future of our field. From engaging keynotes to hands-on workshops, this event offers a rich program for attendees from diverse backgrounds.
Accommodations
The conference itself will take place at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, where a discounted room block ($59 per night) is available for attendees. Just across the street, the Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe will also offer a special group rate, giving you flexibility and convenience no matter your preference. Click here to learn more.
Explore Lake Tahoe
While you’re here, take time to enjoy the beauty of Lake Tahoe. From outdoor adventures to world-class dining, there’s plenty to explore before or after the conference.

Pacific Northwest Tribal Clean Water Act Training
2025-11-17 - 2025-11-20 | Tulalip Resort Casino, 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd., Tulalip, Washington
Tribal water quality and water resource staff are invited to join us and learn how to enhance your program’s capability to implement Clean Water Act (CWA) programs. The training will address CWA programs including Section 106, Section 319, Section 303(d), water quality standards, and wetlands and will be useful to Tribes who work on these programs or are interested in pursuing Treatment in a similar manner as a State (TAS) status for one or more programs. The training workshop will be targeted to Tribes who conduct water quality monitoring, issue water quality certifications, and address water quality issues, nonpoint source pollution, and impaired waters/TMDLs. Tribal staff from across the country are invited, although there will be a focus on examples and applications for Tribes in the Pacific Northwest.
The Pacific Northwest Tribal Clean Water Act Training is being organized by the National Association of Wetland Managers (NAWM) and Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota GeoSpatial Services (SMUMN GSS), in partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Training Workshop Dates and Location
When: November 17-20, 2025
Where: Tulalip, WA
Venue: Tulalip Resort Casino
10200 Quil Ceda Blvd.
Tulalip, WA 98271
Go here for additional information about the workshop, including how to register.

A Reverence for Rivers: Imagining an Ethic for Running Waters
2025-11-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
A Reverence for Rivers: Imagining an Ethic for Running Waters by Kurt Fausch, Professor Emeritus at Colorado State University.
Monday, November 17th at 10 am Pacific
A Reverence for Rivers: Imagining an Ethic for Running Waters
Zoom link: Oregon State University Stream Team Seminar Series – Fall 2025
https://oregonstate.zoom.us/j/91524892326?pwd=[REDACTED]
Now available: A Reverence for Rivers: Imagining an Ethic for Running Waters
https://osupress.oregonstate.edu/book/reverence-for-rivers
Book trailer video: https://vimeo.com/wemayfly/areverenceforrivers?share=copy

Grande Ronde Model Watershed - State of the Science 2025
2025-11-18 - 2025-11-19
Please save the dates: November 18-19, 2025 for Grande Ronde Model Watershed – State of the Science 2025.
The Grande Ronde Model Watershed will host a two-day meeting on November 18–19, in La Grande, OR, featuring presentations and discussions focused on restoration science, watershed management, and regional project updates. The agenda includes keynote and technical talks from experts across the basin, a poster session, and opportunities for collaboration and networking, including a social hour at Side A Brewing. While there will not be a virtual attendance option, recordings of the presentations will be made available following the event.
Please reach out to Amanda Coffman after the event if you would like access to the recordings.
Visit the website at: GRMW Home or send an email to Amanda Coffman, amanda@grmw.org.

Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meeting (November 2025)
2025-11-18 - 2025-11-19 | Portland, Oregon
Agenda, meeting time, and other materials will be posted at the NPCC website the week before the meeting here: Council Meeting | Northwest Power and Conservation Council

Connecting the Dots from Forest and Estuary Management to Climate-Resilient Salmon - free webinar
2025-11-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Northwest Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change Network

Upcoming Webinar: Connecting the dots from forest and estuary management to climate-resilient salmon

When: Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 11 AM–12 PM (Pacific)
What: In this Northwest RISCC paired researcher-practicioner webinar, Michele Buonanduci will present the findings of recent research into the impacts of forest and estuary management on the climate resilience of salmon in Washington’s Willapa basin, including the impacts of Spartina eradication. Chad Phillips will then provide details about Washington State Department of Agriculture’s Spartina management efforts.
Register here!
Talk descriptions:
“Willapa basin salmon responses to land management in the context of climate change” — Michele Buonanduci
As climate change alters freshwater, estuarine, and marine habitats, Pacific salmon need increasing levels of conservation action to maintain population health. Restoration is implemented within the broad-scale context of changing ocean conditions, yet we lack an understanding of the relative extent to which land-based actions can contribute to the resilience of salmon populations under climate change. We addressed this challenge using an integrated population model of chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta) in the Willapa basin (southwest Washington, USA). We evaluated how chum population dynamics have varied with watershed-scale forest management, estuarine invasive species control efforts, and changing ocean conditions from 1984 to 2022. Overall, our findings illustrate the capacity for multiple conservation actions to contribute to salmon population health and suggest that watershed-scale forest management has the potential to bolster the persistence of salmon populations under climate change.
“Washington State’s Invasive Spartina Eradication Effort” — Chad Phillips
Spartina, commonly known as cordgrass, can disrupt the ecosystems of native saltwater estuaries. If left unchecked, Spartina outcompetes native vegetation and converts ecologically healthy mudflats and estuaries into solid Spartina meadows. As a result, important habitat for salmon, forage fish, invertebrates, shorebirds and waterfowl are lost, the threat of flooding is increased, and the state’s shellfish industry is negatively impacted. Since 1995, The Washington State Department of Agriculture has served as the lead state agency facilitating the cooperation of local, state, federal and tribal governments; universities; interested groups; and private landowners. The Spartina eradication effort has been highly effective — reducing infestations from a high of more than 9,000 solid acres in 2003 to 6.7 solid acres in 2024. 76 sites infested with Spartina have been successfully eradicated; however, significant work remains. The remaining infestations are distributed over 126 separate sites, meaning 62 percent of Washington’s 202 infestations are not yet eradicated. An emerging challenge is Spartina quickly spreading into and negatively impacting important salmon restoration projects in the North Puget Sound.

2025 Puget Sound Day on the Sound
2025-11-24 13:00 - 15:00
Mark your calendars for this year’s Puget Sound Day on the Sound event, taking place on Monday, November 24, from 1:00pm – 3:00pm at Titlow Lodge, 8425 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98465.
Hosted by the Puget Sound Partnership and the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission, this in-person event will feature a moderated discussion with Puget Sound leaders in Congress.
This is an opportunity to hear directly from your representatives in “the other Washington” about federal efforts to advance Puget Sound recovery, uphold tribal treaty rights, and ensure critical investment reaches priority projects on the ground.
Please register here to attend.
If you have any questions, please contact Ahren Stroming at ahren.stroming@psp.wa.gov.

About the Puget Sound Partnership
The Puget Sound Partnership is the state agency formed to lead the region’s collective effort to restore and protect Puget Sound. Working with hundreds of government agencies, Tribes, scientists, businesses, and nonprofits, the Partnership mobilizes partner action around a common agenda, advances Sound investments, and tracks progress to optimize recovery.
For more information, go to www.psp.wa.gov.
About the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission
The Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC) is a natural resources management support service organization for 20 treaty Indian tribes in western Washington. Headquartered in Olympia, the NWIFC employs approximately 80 people with satellite offices in Burlington and Forks.
For more information, go to https://nwifc.org/.

Oregon Invasive Species Council Business Meeting
2025-12-02
Oregon Invasive Species Council Business Meeting | Location: Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife Classroom – 4034 Fairview Industrial Dr. SE, Salem, OR
The calendar link below shows upcoming opportunities to connect with Oregon Invasive Species Council (OISC) partners and advance invasive species efforts in Oregon and around the Pacific Northwest region. Learn about public OISC Council Meetings here.

Our Willamette Waters: Science, Policy, and Stewardship for Our Willamette Waters
2025-12-02 08:00 - 2025-12-03 15:00
Our Willamette Waters: Science, Policy, and Stewardship for Our Willamette Waters
December 2-3, 2025
La Sells Stewart Center, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR
Registration

Early Bird Registration (until November 6): $100
Late Bird Registration (after November 6): $150
Scholarships available to college-registered students.
Our Willamette is an annual gathering of people engaged in the study and care of the Willamette River. This symposium will include a mix of speakers, discussion sessions, posters, and general networking. It is a forum for sharing research findings, management lessons, and ideas.
The first day will comprise a series of plenary presentations and an evening poster session related to the topic areas listed below. The morning of the second day will consist of discussion sessions.
This is a call for proposals for discussion sessions (call for poster abstracts coming in November).
Topics that will be addressed during the Symposium include:
Land/water policy and management

Flooding, floodplain management, and land use
Implications of state and federal plans (IWRS, BiOp, SWAP, etc.)

Urban and rural water challenges and opportunities

Drinking water supplies, source water protection, and wastewater discharges
Water quality and quantity (e.g., TMDLs, integrated water resource planning)

People and biota

Habitat restoration
Aquatic biodiversity (native/non-native fish, freshwater mussels, etc.)

Call for Posters
Poster Abstract Submissions Due: Nov. 10, 2025
Include: Title, Authors, Affiliations, Abstract (250 words)
View Poster Submission Flyer
There will be a poster session at the end of Tuesday Dec. 2nd.
This call invites posters on topics such as :

Management and policy updates
Research studies or restoration efforts
Funding programs or opportunities
Organization or program changes

Submit poster abstracts to:
Stan Gregory: stanley.gregory@oregonstate.edu
Ken Bierly: bierlykenneth@gmail.com

Sponsorship Opportunities
Our Willamette Waters is an annual two day gathering of people engaged in the study and care of the Willamette River. It builds on work carried out previously under the Willamette River Initiative and Nesika Wilamut. With a mix of guest speakers, small group round table discussions, and general networking, the gathering serves as a forum for research findings, management lessons learned, and new ideas for collaborative stewardship relevant to the river, its floodplain, and the communities who depend on both. We appreciate sponsorship at the following levels to help defray costs of venue rental and food. Sponsors will receive shout-outs during plenary sessions and will be noted on written materials and website.

Heart of the River: $5,000 (+ 8 admission tickets)
Cottonwood Gallery: $1,500 (+ 4 tickets)
River Keepers: $200 (+1 ticket)

Become an Our Willamette Waters Sponsor
Vendors
There will be space available for your agency or company to have a booth for $1,500 (including 4 tickets).
For more information, contact ourwillamette@gmail.com.
Please note that all funds net of expenses are carried over into the next year’s gathering.

Conference Sponsors
Cottonwood Gallery Circle
Bierly and Associates
Environmental Science Associates (ESA)
SWCA
Stillwater Sciences
Riverkeepers Circle
Zucker Engineering and Design
GSI Water Solutions, Inc.

Conference Organizing Committee
Email: ourwillamette@gmail.com
If you are interested in conference sponsorship, please contact Guillermo.Giannico@oregonstate.edu

Pulling Together to Prevent and Stop Noxious Weeds in Washington - free webinar
2025-12-02 13:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
Washington Invasive Species Council – Pulling Together to Prevent and Stop Noxious Weeds in Washington webinar
Join the fourth annual Pulling Together to Prevent and Stop Noxious Weeds in Washington webinar on December 2 from 1 – 4 p.m. to learn all about noxious weeds, identification, management, and reporting. There are three approved Washington State Department of Agriculture pesticide recertification credits for those who attend the entirety of this free event. For agenda and registration, please visit: https://invasivespecies.wa.gov/event/pulling-together-to-prevent-and-stop-noxious-weeds-in-washington/
Hope to see you there! Please share widely with anyone else who may be interested. Questions can be directed to maria.marlin@rco.wa.gov.

Washington Invasive Species Council Meeting
2025-12-04 09:00 - 15:00
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
Meeting information: WISC – Washington Invasive Species Council
Online Zoom Registration
Phone Option: (669)900-6833 – Meeting ID: 891 8302 3304
Physical Location:
Room 172, Natural Resources Building, 1111 Washington Street, SE, Olympia, WA 98501

WA Salmon Recovery Funding Board Meeting
2025-12-09 - 2025-12-10 | Olympia, WA
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
Meeting information: Meetings – RCO
Webinar Registration – Zoom
Phone Option: (669)900-6833 – Meeting ID: 849 9510 9483
Physical Location: Room 172, Natural Resources Building, 1111 Washington Street, SE, Olympia, WA 98501

9th Annual Lamprey Information Exchange
2025-12-09 - 2025-12-11 | Portland, Oregon
Join the Pacific Lamprey Conservation Initiative (PLCI) on December 9-11, 2025, in the Portland, Oregon area to explore the science and restoration of Pacific Lamprey and other Pacific West Coast lampreys.
Ecotrust’s Irving Street Studio: 907 NW Irving Street, Portland, Oregon

Registration is now open!

Please register for each event you plan to attend. Register HERE

Draft agenda available! View agenda HERE

Rockstar Award Nominations

Nomination deadline is November 28, 2025. Nomination Form

Tuesday, December 9:
Lamprey 101 Workshop, 8:00am – 11:30am
Cost: Free
About: Learn from national and local researchers about lamprey ecology, restoration, passage, and the Pacific Lamprey Conservation Initiative prior to the Lamprey Symposium.
Virtual or In Person
Field Trip to Willamette Falls, 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Cost: Free
About: Join us for a walking tour of the Portland General Electric (PGE) west side facilities. The tour will provide the opportunity to learn about PGE’s facilities and operations, including the powerhouse, fish ladder, and a view of the falls. Afterwards, we will travel to the West Linn Library for presentations and discussion on traditional ecological knowledge and the cultural significance of the Willamette Falls to the regional tribes’.
In Person, limited to 25 participants
Wednesday, December 10 – Thursday, December 11:
Lamprey Symposium
Cost: $35 for early bird, $45 after November 8
Lunch and an afternoon snack will be provided
Virtual or In Person
Virtual attendees will join the Lamprey 101 Workshop and Lamprey Symposium via the Zoom platform. Log in details will be provided prior to the event.
If you have any questions, would like to request a registration waiver, or need to change your registration, please contact PLCI’s Coordinator, Grace Adams (gadams@nrccorp.com).

Northwest Fish Culture Concepts 74th Annual Meeting
2025-12-09 - 2025-12-11
The 2025 Northwest Fish Culture Concepts Meeting will be held in Pendleton, Oregon, on December 9-11 at the Wildhorse Resort and Casino Rivers Event Center. This meeting is being hosted by the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation and the Nez Perce Tribe and supported by the Fish Culture Section of The American Fisheries Society.
Registration is now open for participants and vendors.
If you have questions about the meeting, please email Mike McLean (MikeMcLean@ctuir.org) or Jen Krajcik (JenKrajcik@ctuir.org).
Vendor information & registration is available here; General meeting & presentation information is available here

2025 Pacific Coast Steelhead Management Meeting
2025-12-09 - 2025-12-11
The 2025 Pacific Coast Steelhead Management Meeting will be held at the Riverside Hotel from December 9-11 in Boise, Idaho.
This is a small conference attended primarily by state Fish & Wildlife and Tribal staff from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, California, Alaska and British Columbia, and is a great opportunity for one-on-one interactions with biologists and managers from around the region.
Focus: The 2025 conference will have sessions focused on collaboration and co-management, freshwater conditions, ocean migration, managing sensitive populations, management tools, and human dimensions in fisheries, as well as an invited papers session and a poster session. They hope to finalize the agenda by the end of October.
Format: Hybrid, both in-person and virtual registration is available. The in-person registration fee is $250 for all 3 days, including meals. Virtual registration is $50.
Hotel Block: $165/night (federal per diem rate) for a limited number of attendees. The block closes November 21.
Reserve a room here.
Agenda questions can be directed to the 2025 Meeting Chair, Stephen Phillips.
Registration questions should be directed to Amy Stark.
See you in Boise!
Meeting materials from previous gatherings.

2nd International Invasive Species and Climate Change Conference
2025-12-09 10:00 - 2025-12-10 14:00 | Virtual
THE SECOND INTERNATIONAL INVASIVE SPECIES AND CLIMATE CHANGE CONFERENCE
December 9-10, 2025
10am – 2pm (Pacific)
The second International Invasive Species and Climate Change Conference is being organized by the Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change (RISCC) Network and hosted by the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA). The 1st IISCCC (January 2024) was a smashing success with nearly 1300 attendees from >20 countries and 6 continents.
This conference is VIRTUAL allowing for more international attendance while reducing our carbon footprint. Please click on the link below to register for both days of this event (a single registration link will be used for the duration of the event).

FREE REGISTRATION

Conference registration is free and features topics including sessions on:

Management success stories
Understanding and managing pathways
Restoring to the future
Early career research
And more!

Because biological invasions and climate change are global issues that know no boundaries, the IISCCC strives to create space to share research and management practices, expand networks, and promote translational experiences.

Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meeting (December 2025)
2025-12-16 - 2025-12-17 | Virtual

Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meeting (January 2026)
2026-01-13 08:00 - 2026-01-15 17:00 | Portland, Oregon

100th Meridian Columbia River Basin Aquatic Invasive Species Team Meeting
2026-01-13 10:00 - 2026-01-14 15:00 | Vancouver, WA
Join the 100th Meridian Columbia River Basin Aquatic Invasive Species Team Meeting in January!
Registration is now open for the next meeting of the 100th Meridian Columbia River Basin (CRB) Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Team; scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, January 13 & 14, 2026 at the AC Hotel – Vancouver Waterfront in Vancouver, WA.
Click Here to Register
They anticipate starting at 10am on January 13 and ending ~ 3pm on January 14.
HOTEL – Room Block Link: AC Hotel – Vancouver Waterfront $155/night per diem rate.
Reservation Deadline: December 31, 2025
LUNCH: Lunches will not be provided for this meeting, however there are quite a few restaurants within walking distance of the hotel.
AGENDA: A draft agenda will be on the registration website and also on Westernais.org. Please contact Leah Elwell for agenda questions at: leah@conservationcollaborations.com.
LOGISTICS: This will be a hybrid meeting. Meeting materials such as minutes and presentations will be made available post-meeting.
QUESTIONS: You may contact Amy Stark at (astark@psmfc.org) or call her at (503) 595-3112.

2026 Upper Columbia Science Summit
2026-01-21 08:00 - 2026-01-22 17:00 | Leavenworth, WA
2026 Upper Columbia Science Summit
Date: January 21-22, 2026
Location: Leavenworth, WA
Theme: “Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future”
The Upper Columbia Salmon Recovery Board (UCSRB) is actively planning the upcoming 2026 Upper Columbia Science Summit. This summit is an opportunity to forge and strengthen relationships through the exchange of information and discussion of key issues. The summit focuses on adaptive management and is based on the theme of “Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future” to reflect our region’s acknowledgment of where we’ve come from and how to adapt our continuing efforts to support salmon recovery and benefit listed species. The summit is intended for a variety of active participants including monitoring and research professionals, project sponsors, contractors, regional technical team members, elected officials, agency representatives, academics, and the public.
Registration
Registration is open! Currently early bird registration is at $60 and will go up to $80 on December 1st. Payment of registration fees is encouraged to assist with the summit costs. However, to support maximum participation should you or your agency be impacted by the current funding challenges, please enter a zero in the fee field before submitting the registration form and contact Leslie Selgestad (leslie.selgestad@ucsrb.org) with your justification.

Click Here to Register!

Program
The Upper Columbia Science Summit Steering Committee is actively generating the sessions and plenary speakers. Past sessions during the summit included status of species, ocean and estuary conditions, adult migration, juvenile migration, predation, watersheds, habitat, floodplains, and restoration. Final sessions will be decided on by the Science Summit Steering Committee and based on abstracts submitted. Please see past meetings for past programs. Abstracts are due November 15th (extended from Oct 31st due to government shutdown) at midnight.

Click Here to Submit an Abstract

Lodging
We have reserved a 20 room block at Hampton Inn and Suites in Leavenworth at government per diem lodging rate ($110). Please contact them at 509-470-9798 to reserve a room. Let them know you are reserving a room in the “UCSRB Science Summit”.
Additionally, we have confirmed that FairBridge Inn & Suites, Icicle Resort, and Howard Johnson – all in Leavenworth – have rooms available at government per diem lodging rates ($110).
Venue
This summit will be held at the Leavenworth Festhalle in Leavenworth, WA.

Contact
If you have any additional questions or comments, please reach out to Ryan Niemeyer at ryan.niemeyer@ucsrb.org.

Sucker Technical Symposium
2026-01-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Klamath Falls, OR
The Sucker Technical Symposium Coordination team will host the Sucker Technical Symposium on Thursday, January 22nd 2026. The symposium will be at the Oregon Institute of Technology in Klamath Falls, Oregon with in-person and virtual options available. A Teams link and call in number will be provided. A detailed email with the Symposium’s agenda, directions, and related information will be sent in early January. If there are others who wish to attend and have not been sent this invite, please reach out to McKenzie Wasley, mckenzie_wasley@fws.gov.
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS – For those interested in presenting – please provide a title and abstract by COB on Friday December 12th, sent to McKenzie Wasley, Josh Gondek, Rodger G, and Jane Spangler (mckenzie_wasley@fws.gov, Joshua_gondek@fws.gov, Rodger_gwiazdowski@fws.gov, sarah_spangler@fws.gov). Time slots range from 5 to 15 minutes. We welcome a diversity of voices, and know many projects are starting, or in-progress. If you have information to share under 15 minutes, please indicate this on the abstract you submit so we can incorporate it in the symposium’s last session as Lightning Talks.
Please RSVP (if possible) by COB on January 12th so we can plan accordingly for in-person/hybrid participation.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to anyone on the coordination team, McKenzie Wasley, Josh Gondek, Rodger G, and Jane Spangler (mckenzie_wasley@fws.gov, Joshua_gondek@fws.gov, Rodger_gwiazdowski@fws.gov, sarah_spangler@fws.gov) if you have questions, concerns, or have thoughts to share.

Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Meeting (January 2026)
2026-01-27 08:00 - 2026-01-28 17:00 | Virtual
Documents and pages for future meetings will be posted as they become available. Visit the OWEB calendar for more information.

2026 River Restoration Symposium
2026-02-02 08:00 - 2026-02-06 17:00 | Stevenson, WA
2026 River Restoration Symposium:
When: February 2nd – 6th, 2026

Short Courses on Monday, February 2
3-Day Plenary Sessions on Tuesday–Thursday, February 3-5
Field Trip on Friday, February 6

Where: Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, WA

For more information or to register: Symposium Information 2026 – River Restoration NW
Excited About River Restoration?
Get ready for the 2026 River Restoration Northwest (RRNW) Symposium—an essential gathering for professionals dedicated to the science and practice of river restoration. Following the successful 2025 event, the 2026 symposium will take place in early February at Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, Washington. This annual event brings together engineers, scientists, planners, policymakers, and community leaders to share knowledge, explore innovative solutions, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration in river restoration efforts.
Why Attend the Symposium?

Engage with Experts: Connect with leading professionals in river restoration, including engineers, biologists, and policymakers.
Interdisciplinary Learning: Participate in sessions that emphasize a holistic approach to river restoration, integrating science, policy, and community engagement.
Networking Opportunities: Build relationships with peers and leaders in the field through structured and informal networking events.
Scenic Venue: Experience the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest at Skamania Lodge, providing an inspiring backdrop for discussions and learning.

✅ Registration Opening Dates

Member Registration for in-person attendance opens Monday, November 3 at 10:00am Pacific Time. Learn more about RRNW membership at Become a Member.
General Registration for both in-person attendance and virtual livestream attendance options will open on Monday, November 17.

Stay Informed

All attendance options and registration opening dates for the 2026 symposium have been posted on the Symposium Logistics and FAQs page.

Sign up for the Newsletter for the latest updates on the symposium program and registration details.
Mark your calendar for February 2–6, 2026 and prepare to contribute to meaningful conversations and collaborations at the RRNW Symposium.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a dynamic community committed to advancing river restoration practices.

Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meeting (February 2026)
2026-02-10 08:00 - 2026-02-12 17:00 | Portland, Oregon

"Implications of extreme flooding events for dispersal of Reynoutria spp. (knotweeds) in the wake of climate change" Webinar - Free
2026-02-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Of potential interest from Invasives Canada:

Free webinar next week with David Clements on “Implications of extreme flooding events for dispersal of Reynoutria spp. (knotweeds) in the wake of climate change“.

Date: Feb 24, 2026 9:00 AM Pacific Time

Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cM4fkpJiRLWmQ7lS-P909g

Leave it to Beaver? Beaver-Based Considerations for Restoration Workshop
2026-03-05 08:30 - 17:00
Leave it to Beaver? Beaver-Based Considerations for Restoration Workshop
Overview

Experienced wildlife practitioners share their guidance on the opportunities and challenges of beaver-modified landscape restoration.

When:
March 5th | 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (8-hour Lecture/Lab with 30 min. lunch)
*Alternate adverse weather date: March 12th. In the event of adverse weather conditions, the field surveying portion of class may need to be rescheduled.
Locations:
Morning Lecture: Lakeside Hall at Environmental Learning Center, Clackamas Community College, Oregon City Campus, 19600 Molalla Avenue, Oregon City, OR 97045
Afternoon Field Sites: (TBD) Transportation Provided.
Professional Credit:
Clackamas Community College, .8 CEU, Award of Completion will be provided.

Cost: $150-200 Leave it To Beaver? Beaver-Based Considerations for Restoration Workshop Tickets, Thu, Mar 5, 2026 at 8:30 AM | Eventbrite
Workshop Description:
1-Day lecture/field experience
Are you interested in learning more about beaver ecology and behavior? Are you planning and designing beaver-related restoration projects to improve habitat for native fish, with the hope of naturally recruiting beaver to your project area? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then this workshop is for you. In this workshop, we’re inviting experienced wildlife biologists and practitioners to share their guidance on the opportunities and challenges of advancing beaver habitat and beaver-modified landscape restoration in Oregon. Attendees will learn about Beaver Ecology and Behavior 101, Oregon’s priorities and resources for beaver-modified landscape restoration, lessons from the field on natural beaver recruitment, and recommendations for pragmatic restoration outcomes in terms of habitat for beaver and by beaver, including considerations for Oregon’s species of greatest conservation need (Oregon State Wildlife Action Plan Species) that may co-occur with beaver.
Instructors:
Adrienne Averett, Interdivisional Beaver Coordinator, ODFW
Susan Barnes, Regional Wildlife Conservation Biologist, ODFW
Conrad Ely, North Coast Beaver Conservation Biologist, ODFW
Samantha Fino, Carnivore-Furbearer Coordinator, ODFW
Noa Meiri, Mid-Coast Beaver Conservation Biologist, ODFW
Steve Niemela, North Willamette Watershed District Manager, ODFW
Reese Mercer, founder Western Beavers Cooperative; Beaver Corps Wetlands Professional; Board Director of the Beaver Institute; founder of the Beaver Works program
Vanessa Petro, Lead Wildlife Biologist, ODF; Lead author of the American Beaver Activity Survey Protocol for the Pacific Northwest (OSU 2020)

Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this workshop, students should be able to:
· incorporate beaver ecology, biology, and best practices in habitat restoration planning
· identify non-damming and damming beaver activity in the field
· use Oregon’s priorities and resources for beaver-modified landscape restoration
· develop restoration plans that account for beaver and Oregon State Wildlife Action Plan Species
Major Topics:
· Beaver ecology and behavior
· Beaver sign and surveying
· Beaver recruitment and best practices in restoration
· State of Oregon beaver priorities, policies, and resources
· Opportunities and challenges for advancing habitat for beaver
· Restoration considerations for Oregon State Wildlife Action Plan Species

Please contact bethany.wray@clackamas.edu if the cancellation is due to illness or family emergency.

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