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

2026 ALASKA GEOSUMMIT
2026-09-21 08:00 - 2026-09-23 17:00
2026 ALASKA GEOSUMMIT

When: September 21–23, 2026
Where: Alyeska Resort — Girdwood, Alaska
The 2026 Alaska GeoSummit will be held at Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, Alaska, one of the state’s iconic destinations, located just 40 miles south of Anchorage and surrounded by the Chugach Mountains, glaciers, and coastal rainforest. This year, the GeoSummit moves to Alyeska Resort to provide a more immersive setting that reflects Alaska’s scale, complexity, and opportunity as a proving ground for next-generation geospatial technologies.
This year’s venue is deliberately smaller in scale and richer in character, designed to foster focused exchange, spontaneous collaboration, and meaningful connection among attendees.
REGISTER NOW

Full refunds are available for cancellations made more than 60 days before the event. Ticket transfers anytime prior to the event.

Please note: Your confirmation email contains a direct link to book your hotel room at Alyeska Resort at the discounted rate of $229/night. If you don’t receive the email or can’t find the link, please contact Sue at akgeosummit@gmail.com.
Visit the 2026 Alaska GeoSummit website for more information.

Navigating the Paradigm Shift in Geospatial

AI and autonomous systems are rapidly transforming how we understand, interact with, and make decisions about the world. At the core of these advances are location-based technologies and geospatial data, which provide the critical context that makes these systems actionable. Earth observation, cloud-native infrastructure, Geo/AI, and emerging agentic systems are converging at an unprecedented pace.
The 2026 Alaska GeoSummit focuses on what this convergence means in practice—organizational readiness, workforce implications, and how these technologies reshape decision-making across sectors.
The technology is here, and innovation is accelerating. Yet many organizations remain caught between recognizing the need to adopt and lacking the operational, technical, or governance readiness to do so. This conference is designed to close that gap—moving beyond awareness to actionable pathways for implementation.
Join us for keynotes from global technology leaders—Dr. Nadine Alameh (founder of LunateAI and former CEO of the Open Geospatial Consortium) and Dr. Amy Rose (CTO of the Overture Maps Foundation)—alongside Alaska explorer and wilderness safety expert Luc Mehl, who will frame how he uses geospatial technologies to enables safe adventuring and discovery in remote Alaska. Conference sessions and strategic discussions will move past talking about innovation to tackling real readiness gaps.

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
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.

Registration Opens: TBD
Sponsors and Exhibitors: Want to be a sponsor or exhibitor of this event? Contact Sam Cimino (scimino@psmfc.org)

Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Meeting (October 2026)
2026-10-27 08:00 - 2026-10-28 17:00 | Burns, OR
Documents and pages for future meetings will be posted as they become available. Visit the OWEB calendar for more information.

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

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

RRNW 25th Annual River Restoration Symposium
2027-02-01 08:00 - 2027-02-05 17:00 | Skamania Lodge, 1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson, WA, 98648, United States
Mark your calendars for the 25th Annual River Restoration Symposium, happening February 1–5!
Join for an inspiring week of knowledge sharing, learning, and time with colleagues and community.
Calls for abstracts and sessions will begin in June — stay tuned!
Symposium Information 2027 – River Restoration NW
Schedule
Join for the full week! February 1–5, 2027
• Short Courses on Monday, February 1
• 3-Day Plenary Sessions on Tuesday–Thursday, February 2–4
• Field Trip on Friday, February 5
Attendance Options
In-person: Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, WA
Virtual Livestream: Full 3-Day Plenary Sessions
Symposium Themes
Project Failures: Lessons Learned – Failure is an inherent part of innovation, yet it is often underreported. Projects that fall short of expectations can provide some of the most valuable insights for improving future work. What unexpected outcomes have forced you to rethink your approach? Were there overlooked processes, site conditions, or assumptions that altered project trajectories? How can we create space within our field to openly share failures and integrate those lessons into better design, monitoring, and adaptive management practices
Creative Funding Sources & Solutions – Funding remains one of the greatest barriers to implementing and monitoring restoration efforts. As funding opportunities become more scarce and competition increases, practitioners are called upon to find innovative ways to finance restoration implementation and monitoring. What unconventional funding mechanisms have you leveraged? How can partnerships, community investment, or cross-sector collaboration unlock new opportunities? Are there models that successfully integrate restoration funding with broader social, economic, or climate resilience goals?
Estuary Restoration – Estuaries are among the most productive yet heavily altered ecosystems, serving as critical transition zones for fish, wildlife, and human communities. How do we design projects that align with natural water level fluctuations and sediment regimes? What can we learn from historical estuary extents to guide present-day recovery? Where are the priority habitats and emerging hotspots for restoration activity across the region? We want to hear about your spruce swamps!
Water Management and Irrigation as a Restoration Tool – Drought and climate variability make water a less reliable resource year-after-year. Water management and agricultural production can be used to support ecological function. Where and how can we effectively apply managed aquifer recharge? Are there projects where irrigation system improvements have increased in-stream flows?
Restoration under Invasion: Adapting to Invasive Species – Invasive species are a major concern in many restoration projects and one of the leading threats to juvenile salmonids. What strategies have proven effective in managing persistent invaders like reed canary grass? How do invasive aquatic species, from mussels to predatory fish, influence restoration success? Can restoration design itself be used as a tool to resist or outcompete aquatic invasive species like small mouth bass and brook trout?
Restoration for Risk Management: Wildfire & Flood Risk – As climate change intensifies disturbance regimes, restoration is increasingly being called upon to reduce risk to both ecosystems and human communities. Wildfires and floods are reshaping river systems in ways that challenge conventional design and management approaches. How do post-wildfire changes in sediment supply, hydrology, and wood dynamics affect restoration priorities? In what ways can restoration projects align with flood risk reduction frameworks such as FEMA Public Assistance or mitigation programs? What regulatory or policy shifts are needed to better integrate restoration into risk management strategies?
