Fisheries Work Groups
Fisheries work groups advise the DNR about important fisheries and wildlife topics. This year, the following work group have openings:
Catfish Fisheries Work Group
The Catfish Fisheries Work Group discusses catfish-related management and research topics to learn about and contribute to understanding of catfish management and advise DNR staff on management issues and research.
The group is seeking applicants who represent a broad range of interests and viewpoints.
Terms: Two or three years. Members can reapply but can serve no more than two consecutive terms.
Meets: Several times a year, with at least two in-person meetings annually.
Esocid Fisheries Work Group
The Esocid Fisheries Work Group discusses northern pike and muskellunge-related management and research topics to learn about and contribute to understanding of pike and muskie management and advise DNR staff on management issues and research.
At this time, the group is seeking applicants who are specifically interested in northern pike.
Terms: Three years with the option to renew for a second term.
Meets: Typically four times annually, with up to two in-person meetings.
Panfish Fisheries Work Group
The Panfish Fisheries Work Group discusses panfish-related management and research topics to expand understanding of panfish management and advise DNR staff on management issues and research.
Terms: Three years with the option to renew for a second term.
Meets: Typically twice per year, once in person.
