2013 Conference
The conference agenda, papers, and other materials prepared prior to the conference are available here. (Papers are also included in the Proceedings).
2013 Conference
The third Managing Our Nation's Fisheries conference was held May 7-9, 2013 in Washington, D.C. The conference was convened by the eight Regional Fishery Management Councils and hosted by the Pacific Fishery Management Council.
Managing Our Nation's Fisheries 3 focused on how concepts, policies, and practice of fishery sustainability can be advanced to a higher level. The discussion addressed Magnuson-Stevens Act reauthorization issues, as well as adjustments to current management that do not require legislation to implement.
Conference Proceedings
Front matter and plenary session
Session 1: Improving Fishery Management Essentials
Session 2: Advancing Ecosystem-Based Decision-Making
Session 3: Providing for Fishing Community Stability
Conference findings, poster session, photo credits and acronyms
Entire proceedings (41 megs)