Society for Freshwater Science 2026 Annual Meeting
2026-05-17 - 2026-05-21
The Society for Freshwater Science 2026 Annual Meeting will be held May 17–21 in Spokane, Washington.
For more information or to register, visit: SFS Annual Meeting | Society for Freshwater Science

Gathering to build resilient watersheds and communities.

We are in a time of rapid and often unpredictable change. Freshwater ecosystems and the organisms that rely on them are threatened by a multitude of interacting stressors. Simultaneously, human communities that depend upon freshwater ecosystems are struggling to adapt to environmental, social, and economic stressors. Members of the Society for Freshwater Science work tirelessly to understand these environmental changes and the associated benefits provided by freshwaters. Meeting these challenges requires the entire freshwater science community and an understanding of what maintains the resilience of freshwater ecosystems, and how to strengthen ties with the people that live near and depend upon freshwater ecosystems.
The 2026 meeting will be held in Spokane, Washington, near Spokane Falls, a historic gathering place since well before European colonization. The theme is “Gathering to build resilient watersheds and communities”. Attendees are encouraged to tell their stories of the wonders of freshwater ecosystems as well as how their work contributes to ecosystem resilience. They also want to challenge attendees to reflect on how we can support the resilience of ourselves and our own scientific and regional communities. The foundation for this goal is set by hosting plenaries that weave together stories of the interdependence of freshwater ecosystems and humans, and the responses and resilience of both to issues such as pollution, dams, and climate change.

PSP's Swimming Upriver: Learning from Our Setbacks to Adapt and Move Forward Forum
2026-05-19 08:30 - 2026-05-20 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Please save the date for Swimming Upriver: Learning from Our Setbacks to Adapt and Move Forward, a two-day, virtual forum hosted by the Puget Sound Partnership for practitioners, planners, decision-makers, scientists, and implementers working in Puget Sound watersheds.
Date: Tuesday, May 19 and Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. PDT
Location: Virtual on Zoom
Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/e9DVYjoQRomCGvqif2zebw
This collaborative forum will be an opportunity to connect with the broader Puget Sound salmon recovery network, share lessons learned, and explore how adaptive management can strengthen our work and recovery efforts across the region. Through case studies, emerging science, and facilitated discussion, they will reflect on challenges, share on-the-ground experiences, and identify ideas and tools to support more effective action moving forward.
Please mark your calendar and register today!

2026 Effective Estuary Restoration Virtual Workshop Series
2026-05-20 09:00 - 2026-05-21 12:00 | Virtual
Pacific Marine and Estuarine Fish Habitat Partnership (PMEP)
2026 Effective Estuary Restoration Virtual Workshop Series Symposium
May 20 & 21, 2026 – 9AM to noon
Restoring ecological functions for multi-species benefits & Jump-starting process-based restoration
This will be the 4th of PMEP’s symposiums exploring West Coast estuary restoration guidance and tools for restoration practitioners. This 2-day symposium will be held on consecutive mornings and will feature:

Guidance on integrating multiple species benefits into your projects
New research on estuary restoration and beavers and birds, oh my!
Process-based design guidance for estuary restoration
Restoring unique habitats (swamps, anyone?)
Case studies illustrating the practical examples from Washington, Oregon, and California

Feel free to attend both days or just one. There is no cost to attend but you must register to receive the symposium link.
REGISTER HERE FOR MAY 20 & 21 SYMPOSIUM

Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Class
2026-05-21 08:00 - 2026-05-22 17:00
The Washington Invasive Species Council is pleased to announce an upcoming in-person training class, offered by United States Fish and Wildlife Service.
WHAT: Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Class
WHEN: Two days, May 21-22, 2026, 8am to 5pm
WHERE: Natural Resources Building, 1111 Washington Street SE, Room 172 Olympia, WA 98501. This class is only offered in-person with no virtual option.
WHO: This course is meant for natural resource management staff. The course is offered by instructors from the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.
REGISTER: https://forms.office.com/g/xUgbJbHEDg Registration will be limited to only 25 participants and closes May 15.
MORE: HACCP training is a tool for analyzing activities for risk in natural resources management. Class participants will develop real-life plans specifically tailored identify and control non-target species that may become a threat to natural resources. Upon completion, participants will be able to:

Implement HACCP to prevent unintentional introductions of non-target species
Identify critical control points and measures for prevention
Specify if corrective actions meet management objective to prevent introductions.

Questions? Reach out to Jan Fore, Executive Coordinator | Washington Invasive Species Council -Washington Recreation and Conservation Office, Email: jan.fore@rco.wa.gov

Columbia Basin Collaborative Integration/Recommendations Group Meeting
2026-05-27 08:00 - 2026-05-28 17:00
Columbia Basin Collaborative
Integration/Recommendations Group Meeting
May 27-28, 2026 | Spokane, Washington
Background
The Integration/Recommendations Group (I/RG) is comprised of representatives from the Columbia Basin Tribes, Federal partners, States, and stakeholders. The role of the I/RG is to develop consensus recommendations to achieve the Columbia Basin Partnership Task Force (CBPTF) goals. During this meeting, the I/RG will hear updates from around the region, discuss a whole of government approach, align on funding priorities and strategy, and plan future work for the Columbia Basin Collaborative (CBC).
How to Participate
This meeting is intended for members of the I/RG and is open to the public. I/RG members are encouraged to attend this meeting in person at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Spokane City Center (322 N Spokane Falls Ct, Spokane, WA 99201). The public is invited to attend this meeting in person or online to observe in listening mode; there will not be an opportunity to offer public comment, feedback, or input during the meeting. If you’d like to share input, please reach out to the I/RG member (see roster here) who represents your sector or geography.
Registration
Registration is required, and we ask that interested observers RSVP by close of business Wednesday, May 13, 2026 via this Microsoft Form or by using the Register link to help us with planning and logistics. The agenda for the meeting will be available on the CBC website in the coming weeks. Please note that a summary of the meeting will be posted on the website, but the meeting will not be recorded or livestreamed.
For more information on the Columbia Basin Collaborative, please visit the Idaho hosted webpage.

Lamprey Biology and Field Surveys Workshop (free)
2026-05-28 08:00 - 2026-05-29 17:00
This free, two-day workshop from Clackamas Community College – Environmental Learning Center with help from Greater Oregon City Watershed Council is scheduled for May 28th and 29th, 2026. Workshop content is geared towards environmental professionals including watershed councils, Tribal members, restoration practitioners, City/County planners, recent graduates, and AmeriCorp members. Free Lamprey Biology and Field Survey Course! – Greater Oregon City Watershed Council
Major Workshop topics include:

Cultural significance and history of Pacific Lamprey
Lamprey distribution & genetics
Lamprey biology & vocabulary
Habitat threats & restorative management
Adult and Larval ID
Sampling gear and methods

Reach out to Tom Gaskill: tom.gaskill@gocwc.org for more information.

WA Salmon Recovery Funding Board (June 2026)
2026-06-09 08:00 - 2026-06-10 17:00 | Olympia, WA
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
Meeting information: Meetings – RCO
Online Zoom Registration Phone Option: 669-900-6833 – Meeting ID: 814 8334 1478 Physical Location: Room 172, Natural Resources Building, 1111 Washington Street, SE, Olympia, WA 98501.

Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meeting (June 2026)
2026-06-16 08:00 - 2026-06-18 17:00 | 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

2026 Knowledge Exchange Workshop Series: Cumulative Threats, Collaborative Solutions: Shaping Salmon and Watershed Futures (free virtual workshop)
2026-06-16 09:00 - 15:30 | Virtual
2026 Knowledge Exchange Workshop Series: Cumulative Threats, Collaborative Solutions: Shaping Salmon and Watershed Futures
June 16th 2026
9am – 3:30pm (PST)
This free virtual workshop explores the challenges of addressing cumulative threats in salmon watersheds and paths toward recovery in a rapidly changing environment. It will feature interdisciplinary research from Simon Fraser University’s Watershed Futures Initiative, along with case studies where collaborative approaches are supporting the path toward healthier watersheds and salmon runs. The workshop includes expert presentations and panel discussions.
Register here: Webinar Registration – Zoom
The Knowledge Exchange Workshop Series is co-presented by Fisheries & Oceans Canada (DFO), the Pacific Salmon Foundation (PSF), and Washington Governor’s Salmon Recovery Office (GSRO). DFO, PSF, and GSRO are pleased to provide an opportunity to share knowledge on some of the latest restoration practices and research from researchers, scientists, and field professionals working in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
To learn more about the series or for previous workshops or presentations, head to: Knowledge Exchange Workshop Series | Pacific Salmon Foundation

Cumulative Threats, Collaborative Solutions: Shaping Salmon and Watershed Futures (free virtual workshop)
2026-06-16 09:00 - 15:30 | Virtual
Announcing the next virtual workshop in the Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)-Pacific Salmon Foundation (PSF)-Washington State Governor’s Salmon Recovery Office (GSRO) Knowledge Exchange series:
Cumulative Threats, Collaborative Solutions: Shaping Salmon and Watershed Futures
June 16th, 2026
9am – 3:30pm PST on Zoom
REGISTER HERE: Webinar Registration – Zoom
This virtual workshop explores the challenges of addressing cumulative threats in salmon watersheds and paths toward recovery in a rapidly changing environment. It will feature interdisciplinary research from Simon Fraser University’s Watershed Futures Initiative, along with case studies where collaborative approaches are supporting the path toward healthier watersheds and salmon runs. The workshop includes expert presentations and panel discussions.

100th Merdian Initiative Columbia River Basin AIS Meeting
2026-06-23 08:00 - 2026-06-24 17:00
Registration for the next 100th Merdian Columbia River Basin (CRB) Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Team Meeting is Open!
The meeting will be held at the Residence Inn Downtown in Missoula, Montana, June 23-24, 2026.
Registration: Register online here.
Last day to register: June 22, 2026
Agenda: The draft agenda will be available soon. Once available it will be posted in the AIS Newsletter and at the Westernais.org website here: Regional | westernais. Contact Leah Elwellwith comments or questions about the agenda.
Hotel: Residence Inn by Marriott Missoula Downtown. $195.00/night
Last Day to Book: Friday, May 22, 2026
Book your group rate for 100th Meridian CRB AIS Team Meeting

Genomic Surveillance of Zebra Mussel Populations Using Genotyping by Sequencing (free webinar)
2026-07-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Webinar Series
Webinar: Genomic Surveillance of Zebra Mussel Populations Using Genotyping by Sequencing
Date: Jul 8, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Register here: Webinar Registration – Zoom
Zebra mussels have expanded to at least 32 states in the USA, and the cost of prevention and mitigation of zebra mussel infestations continues to grow. Timely information on sources of spread is critical for advising prevention efforts. Previous research carried out by our group utilized population genomics to characterize zebra mussels in >60 waterbodies to infer infestation scenarios and source waters among MN lakes. We are expanding this analysis to include newly infested lakes in Minnesota and throughout the Upper Mississippi River Basin, making this information accessible through an online web app to help inform AIS management strategies.

Oregon Invasive Species Council Summer Business Meeting & Field Tour (July 2026)
2026-07-14 08:00 - 2026-07-15 17:00
Oregon Invasive Species Council Summer Business Meeting & Field Tour
Date: July 14th – 15th, 2026
Location: Grants Pass, Rogue Community College, Redwood Campus [map] 3345 Redwood Hwy, Grants Pass, OR 97527
Field Tour: Along the Rogue River with RAIN
For the most current information, visit: Meetings & Minutes — Oregon Invasive Species Council

Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meeting (July 2026)
2026-07-14 08:00 - 2026-07-16 17:00 | Portland, Oregon

Washington Invasive Species Council Meeting (July 2026)
2026-07-16 08:00 - 17:00
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
Meeting information: WISC – Washington Invasive Species Council
Online Zoom Registration
Phone Option: 669-900-6833 – Meeting ID: 893 6180 2291

Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Meeting (July 2026)
2026-07-28 08:00 - 2026-07-29 17:00 | The Dalles
Documents and pages for future meetings will be posted as they become available. Visit the OWEB calendar for more information.

WA Salmon Recovery Funding Board (August 2026)
2026-08-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Olympia, WA
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
Meeting information: Meetings – RCO
Online Zoom Registration Phone Option: 669-900-6833 – Meeting ID: 829 3998 0603 Physical Location: Room 172, Natural Resources Building, 1111 Washington Street, SE, Olympia, WA 98501

Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meeting (August 2026)
2026-08-11 08:00 - 2026-08-12 17:00 | Seattle, WA

Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meeting (September 2026)
2026-09-09 08:00 - 2026-09-10 17:00 | Portland, Oregon

WA Salmon Recovery Funding Board (September 2026)
2026-09-15 08:00 - 2026-09-16 17:00 | Olympia, WA
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
Meeting information: Meetings – RCO
Online Zoom Registration Phone Option: 669-900-6833 – Meeting ID: 860 1999 6276 Physical Location: Room 172, Natural Resources Building, 1111 Washington Street, SE, Olympia, WA 98501.

Washington Invasive Species Council Meeting (September 2026)
2026-09-24 08:00 - 17:00
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
Meeting information: WISC – Washington Invasive Species Council
Online Zoom Registration
Phone Option: 669-900-6833 – Meeting ID: 852 2889 9784

Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meeting (October 2026)
2026-10-14 08:00 - 2026-10-15 17:00 | Idaho

PNAMP Fish Monitoring Work Group (October 2026)
2026-10-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
Join us at 10:00 am (PDT) on Thursday, October 15th for the next meeting of the PNAMP Fish Monitoring Work Group (FMWG). During the meeting, we will update participants on current tasks, hear a presentation about innovative fish monitoring, and provide you with opportunities to engage regional managers and experts. These meetings are an opportune time to discuss tasks and get input from members on where they see importance or could use facilitated support.
Tech Talk: TBD
Agenda

10:00 – Welcome and Introductions
10:05 – Task Updates
10:20 – Tech Talk
11:10 – Q&A
11:30 – Adjourn

Click link below to join on October 15th

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Never been to a FMWG meeting? This meeting is a perfect time to learn about the project, join in, and help guide future work.
Missed a previous FMWG meeting? Check out our YouTube page for presentations or task meetings.

The PNAMP Fish Monitoring Work Group (FMWG), meets quarterly to discuss task progress, share expertise through guest presentations, and support collaboration, communication, and coordination among fish monitoring practitioners for effective monitoring and efficient data sharing. The FMWG is also interested in your work; if you would like to present your innovative fish monitoring ideas or any recent publications at a future meeting please contact Meg Dethloff, mdethloff@psmfc.org

2026 Emerging Technologies Information Sessions
2026-10-26 08:00 - 2026-10-28 17:00 | Skamania Lodge, 1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson, WA, 98648, United States
The Emerging Technologies Information Sessions (ETIS) Project brings together monitoring professionals, project managers, data collectors, data managers, and data consumers from all over the world to showcase the latest technologies and innovative techniques in ecological monitoring.
Details

Who: Monitoring Professionals, Project Managers, Data Collectors, Data Managers, and Data Consumers

What: The Emerging Technologies Information Sessions (ETIS) is a bi-annual event that promotes the latest technologies and best practices in ecological monitoring and data discovery.

Where: Skamania Lodge – Stevenson, Washington, USA

When: October 26-28, 2026

Specifics: You can track this event through the ETIS Project Page and from regular updates in the PNAMP Newsletter.

Abstract Submission Period is Open: Submission Form

Abstract Deadline: May 31, 2026

Lodging: Rooms at the GSA Rate of $155/night plus taxes and fees. There will be a room block at Skamania Lodge for this event, and it is first come/first serve. When the room block is full no other discounted rooms are available.

Reservations for the room block can be made HERE or by calling 844-432-4748.

Sponsorship an Exhibitor Commitment: March 31, 2026
Registration Opens: TBD

Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Meeting (October 2026)
2026-10-27 08:00 - 2026-10-28 17:00 | Burns, OR

2026 Global eDNA Conference
2026-10-28 08:00 - 2026-10-30 17:00
DATES | REGISTRATION | EXHIBIT | ABSTRACTS | SPONSOR | TRAVEL
Hosted in partnership with the MTS eDNA Committee and the University of Washington’s eDNA Collaborative, the conference will convene a global community of eDNA enthusiasts from across economic sectors to build connections, learn from one another, and further advance eDNA science.
About
The global conference will feature three days of concurrent sessions, focusing on a diverse array of eDNA-related topics (e.g., conservation applications, quantitative analysis, community engagement, policy-relevant communication, technological development, and many others), as well as a set of plenary speakers, a call for abstracts, a poster session, and unstructured time for networking. Contact MTSevents@mtsociety.org for questions.
Dates: October 28-30, 2026
Location: Bell Harbor International Conference Center (2211 Alaskan Wy, Seattle, WA 98121)
Flyer: Click here >>
Important Dates
Abstract Submission and Registration Opens: January 28, 2026
Abstract Deadline: May 29, 2026
Abstract Notifications: by July 13, 2026
Early Bird Registration Ends: July 31, 2026
Registration
Registration includes refreshments, breakfast, and lunch on all three days.
Early Bird (MTS Member): $590 USD
Early Bird (Non-Member): $665 USD (includes 1-yr MTS membership)
Non-Early Bird (MTS Member): $650 USD
Non-Early Bird (Non-Member): $725 USD (includes 1-yr MTS membership)
Low and Middle Income Country: $450 USD**
Student: $460 USD (Must be an MTS member to receive student price. If you are not a member, you can sign up here for $25)
One Day Registration: $250 USD (Student: $160)
**If you are traveling from a country listed as low income or lower middle income on World Bank, email MTSevents@mtsociety.org to receive a discount code bringing the registration fee to $450.
By registering for this event, all attendees, regardless of MTS membership status, agree to adhere to the Marine Technology Society’s Code of Conduct.
Exhibit

Exhibit Table | $1850 USD: Receive one (1) exhibit table, recognition on the event website and materials, and direct access to attendees. Registration must be purchased separately.

REGISTER HERE
Abstracts

Abstracts are due by May 29, 2026 and will be accepted upon submission. Following submission, the Steering Committee will review abstracts and assign the appropriate session format (poster, lightning talk, or placement within a larger session). Session type notifications will be shared by July 13, 2026.
Abstract Categories

Sampling Methods & Field Operations – sampling design and strategies, technologies for the field
Data Science & Analytic – data science and analytics, metabarcoding-specific statistical obstacles and solutions, AI and machine learning applications
Molecular Tools & Techniques – primers, new and emerging tools, beyond eDNA: omics, microbiome, diet analysis
Ecology & Environmental Processes – DNA degradation, transport, ecological considerations
Standardization & Data Management – standardization, FAIR data standards, global data repositories and large-scale efforts
Conservation Applications – endangered species, invasive species, early warning systems, restoration
Community Engagement & Equity – community/citizen science, global south/access and capacity building
Policy & Governance – policy and law, scaling eDNA into global policy frameworks, biosecurity
Implementation & Adoption – adoption and widespread uptake, private-sector actors, novel applications and management applications
Indigenous Partnerships & Knowledge Systems – Indigenous knowledge integration, data sovereignty, partnerships

46th International Symposium for the North American Lake Management Society (NALMS)
2026-11-03 08:00 - 2026-11-06 17:00
46th International Symposium for the North American Lake Management Society (NALMS)
Swimming Upstream: Tackling Environmental: Challenges through Partnership, Innovation, & Science
November 2-6, 2026
Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
For more information or to register: NALMS 2026 – Kelowna, British Columbia – North American Lake Management Society (NALMS)
Kelowna appears to have abundant water, but this city is in the most water-scarce region of Canada. The water resources in this semi-arid setting are under increasing pressure, compounded by watershed-scale disturbance and a warming climate. Warmer, drier conditions in the growing season means agricultural needs, urban use, and environmental flow needs frequently exceed the available water resources.
To discuss these, and other, issues, NALMS is pleased to return to Canada (after ten years) for NALMS 2026! The program will feature the below topics (and more), workshops, field trips, presentations, networking events, and vendor displays.
Potential topics include:

Aquatic Invasive Species Climate Change
Paleolimnology Harmful Algal Blooms
Community-Based Science
Emerging Technologies & Methods
Eutrophication & Nutrient Management
Indigenous-Led Monitoring & Stewardship
Managing Impacts of Extreme Events
Mining & Resource Extraction Impacts
Science & Management of Salmon Lakes
Urban Lakes & Stormwater Ponds

For sponsorship or general information, visit www/nalms.org/nalms2026 or contact nalms2026@nalms.org. For other details, contact Conference Coordinator, Sara Peel (speel@arionconsultants.com) or Conference Chairs, Hamish Kassa (hamishkassa@gmail.com) and Lucie Thomson (lucie.thomson@gov.bc.ca).

Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meeting (November 2026)
2026-11-17 08:00 - 2026-11-18 17:00 | Portland, Oregon

Oregon Invasive Species Council Meeting (Dec 2026)
2026-12-01 08:00 - 17:00
Oregon Invasive Species Council Meeting
Date: December 1st, 2026
Location: Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife Classroom – 4034 Fairview Industrial Dr. SE, Salem, OR
For the most current information, visit: Meetings & Minutes — Oregon Invasive Species Council

Washington Invasive Species Council Meeting (December 2026)
2026-12-03 08:00 - 17:00
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
Meeting information: WISC – Washington Invasive Species Council
Online Zoom Registration
Phone Option: 669-900-6833 – Meeting ID: 878 6007 4063
