December 2025
Washington Fishermen’s Convention
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 15, 2025 Westport — The Washington Fishermen’s Convention aims to unify and celebrate our state’s fishing industry, with something to offer everyone in the community. The Convention will be an up-to five-day learning and networking opportunity for both new and experienced fishermen. It starts with a two-day, hands-on, U.S. Coast Guard-approved Drill Instructor and Fishermen’s First Aid at Sea training (participants will earn a certificate). Then, a two-day conference filled with networking opportunities and educational sessions as…
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The keystone of the Washington Fishermen's Convention is a multi-track educational and networking conference and community meals for both new and experienced commercial fishermen. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 15, 2025 Agenda Saturday, December 6, 2025 7:30-8:30: Breakfast and registration 8:30-9:30: Welcome address — the state of Washington seafood 9:30-10:30: Washington fisheries and co-management 10:30-11:00: Coffee break 11:00-11:45: Daily life of a fisherman 11:45-12:15 Facilitated networking 12:15-1:30 Lunch and roundtables 1:30-2:30 Crew contracts 2:30-3:30 Commercial fisheries research update 3:30-4:00 Coffee break 4:00-5:00 Making your…
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