Pacific Northwest Aquatic Monitoring Partnership

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.

2026 Effective Estuary Restoration Virtual Workshop Series
2026-05-20 09:00 - 2026-05-21 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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

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

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

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

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

WA Salmon Recovery Funding Board (December 2026)
2026-12-08 08:00 - 2026-12-09 17:00 | Olympia, WA
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
Meeting information: Meetings – RCO
Online Zoom Registration Phone Option: 669-900-6833 – Meeting ID: 858 8962 7031 Physical Location: Room 172, Natural Resources Building, 1111 Washington Street, SE, Olympia, WA 98501.

Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meeting (December 2026)
2026-12-15 08:00 - 2026-12-16 17:00 | Virtual
