November 2021

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2021 Contact: Beth Beard [email protected] FISHERIES CONSERVATION FOUNDATION PRESENTED WITH CARL R. SULLIVAN FISHERY CONSERVATION AWARD (Baltimore, Md.) November 7, 2021 – The Fisheries Conservation Foundation (FCF) received the prestigious Carl R. Sullivan Fishery Conservation Award (“the Sully”) at the 2021 American Fisheries Society (AFS) 151st Annual Meeting. AFS Past President Brian Murphy presented the award at one of the meeting’s plenary sessions. The Sully is presented to an individual or organization for outstanding contributions to the conservation of fishery resources that may be political, legal, educational, scientific, or managerial in scope. “The Fisheries Conservation Foundation is the direct brainchild of a few AFS members who wanted to take their efforts beyond fisheries science into the conservation realm in an effort to try to make a real difference using a different model,” said AFS Past President Murphy. “Partnering with individuals outside the scientific community was a key step in that process, and FCF has been successful at that from its beginning.” The Fisheries Conservation Foundation (https://www.fishconserve.org/) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that promotes the work and knowledge of aquatic scientists, resource managers, and environmental professionals. FCF strives to highlight objective, peer-reviewed scientific information about fisheries and aquatic resources to ensure that decisions made on the management and use of our freshwater and marine ecosystems are logical, informed, and based on the principles of sustainability. FCF was founded in 2003 as an outreach arm of AFS and became an independent foundation in 2007. The FCF model is based on direct collaboration and support from anglers, conservationists, angler groups, local communities, governments, partner organizations, and other scientists to create solutions for vulnerable recreational fisheries, and the aquatic habitats necessary to sustain healthy populations. Since its inception, FCF has supported projects in Bhutan, Bahamas, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Nepal, Mexico, Canada, and the United States, working closely with regional partners to bring science-based information into management decisions, both through educational efforts and by instigating the research needed to generate the data needed to drive action. # # # Editor’s Notes: Founded in 1870, the American Fisheries Society (AFS) is the world’s oldest and largest fisheries science society. The mission of AFS is to improve the conservation and sustainability of fishery resources and aquatic ecosystems by advancing fisheries and aquatic science and promoting the development of fisheries professionals. With five journals and numerous books and conferences, AFS is the leading source of fisheries science and management information in North America and around the world. AF website: fisheries.org AFS Annual Meeting: https://afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/ High resolution award photo link: https://flic.kr/p/2mJF4y6

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 8, 2021 Contact: Beth Beard [email protected] Twelve AFS Members Honored as Fellows of the Society Baltimore, Md. (November 8, 2021) – At the American Fisheries Society (AFS) 151st Annual Meeting in Baltimore, AFS Past President Brian Murphy recognized 12 fisheries professionals named as AFS Fellows in 2021. AFS designates as Fellows of the Society certain members who have made outstanding or meritorious contributions to the diversity of fields that are included in the American Fisheries Society. Contributions can include, but are not restricted to, efforts in leadership, research, teaching and mentoring, resource management and/or conservation, and outreach/interaction with the public. Only living AFS members who have been in the Society for at least five years are eligible. The designation of an AFS member as an AFS Fellow is an honorific title. Fellows are listed on the AFS website. The 12 newly elected Fellows are: Stephanie Carlson, Ph.D., A.S. Leopold Chair in Wildlife Biology at the University of California Berkeley, has made major contributions to understanding of human impacts on the evolution and population of fishes, especially salmonids. She is active in efforts to diversify the fisheries profession and has mentored numerous undergraduate and graduate students. Carlson also received the J Frances Allen Scholarship Award from AFS in 2006. Villy Christensen, Ph.D., Professor, University of British Columbia, is the core developer of the world’s most widely used ecosystem modelling approach, Ecopath with Ecosim. His research activities focus on evaluating the impact of climate change on life in the oceans, and with that, assessments of future marine biodiversity and ecosystem services. He received the AFS Award of Excellence in 2020. Margaret Docker, Ph.D., Professor, University of Manitoba, has advanced the field of genetics and contributes to many aspects of fisheries management, including freshwater and saltwater species, exploited species, invasive species, and species at risk.  She has emphasized the high-impact training of new researchers, and has exhibited leadership in the global lamprey research/control/conservation community. Marlis Douglas, Ph.D., endowed professor in Biological Sciences at the University of Arkansas, is a conservation geneticist focused on the diversification of species, populations, or communities within a landscape perspective, and how such knowledge can be translated into real-world applications. She has worked tirelessly to advance capacity for best practices in fisheries science in countries around the world and is the current president of the AFS Genetics Section. Michael Douglas, Ph.D., Professor and Endowed Chair at the University of Arkansas, is a molecular ecologist focused on the genetic variation found in communities, populations, and species and how such variation is affected by historical and contemporary habitat fragmentation.  His work has advanced molecular techniques and creatively applied them to fisheries management in domestic and global partnerships. Timothy Essington, Ph.D., Professor at the School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences and Director of the Center for Quantitative Sciences as well as the QERM Graduate Program at the University of Washington, made contributions to fisheries science that have advanced understanding of the interconnections between marine ecosystems and human society. He is among the vanguard of scientists who translate knowledge into practice through development of sophisticated yet readily applicable decision-support models. Don Gabelhouse, FP-C, Fisheries Division Administrator for the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (retired), is a recognized leader in fisheries techniques and their standardization, communicating sport fish population size distributions, and developing visionary fishery management and outreach programs. His widely cited sport fish population research is taught widely in fisheries management courses across the country.  As Chief of Fisheries in Nebraska, he created the first aquatic habitat improvement program. He previously received the AFS Distinguished Service Award and was president of the Fisheries Administration Section. Stanley Gregory, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus at Oregon State University, is known internationally for his research and is recognized as an excellent teacher, but his most significant legacy may be his leadership and mentoring of fisheries biologists. His efforts have emphasized the importance of including women and people of color in the fisheries profession. Ellen Marsden, Ph.D., Professor, University of Vermont, is a highly respected fisheries scientist whose commitment to excellence in science and to the use of scientific information in natural resource decision-making has had enormous positive impact for fisheries science and management in the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain basins. Throughout her career she has exhibited a strong commitment to communicating science, including with journalists and policymakers, and to mentoring students. (Photo available) Gary Matlock, Ph.D., FP-C, Deputy Assistant Administrator for Science for Oceanic and Atmospheric Research at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has throughout his career linked science to resource conservation and management to eliminate overfishing through US estuarine and marine waters and in international waters. He has been recognized by NOAA for his accomplishments on scientific integrity as well as his significant contributions to diversity initiatives. He previously received the William E. Ricker Resource Conservation Award from AFS in 2002. Daniel Schindler, Ph.D., Professor at the School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences at the University of Washington, has made outstanding contributions to understanding of aquatic systems and the fisheries they support, especially how connectivity at different scales affects ecosystem dynamics and ecosystem services through the portfolio effect. He has been a vocal advocate for conservation of pristine ecosystems that support fisheries. Randall Schultz, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, is a tireless volunteer for AFS, a strong advocate for the profession, and a leader in fisheries techniques investigations. He is a servant-leader in the fisheries profession, and has demonstrated excellence in research, communication, administration, leadership, and service to the Society. Schultz currently serves as the AFS Constitutional Consultant and previously served as president of the North Central Division and the Fisheries Management Section. He received the AFS Distinguished Service Award in 2003. # # # Editor’s notes: About AFS: Founded in 1870, the American Fisheries Society (AFS) is the world’s oldest and largest fisheries science society. The mission of AFS is to improve the conservation and sustainability of fishery resources and aquatic ecosystems by advancing fisheries and aquatic science and promoting the development of fisheries professionals. With five journals and

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 8, 2021 Contact: Beth Beard [email protected] CHRISTOPHER ESTES RECEIVES STANLEY A. MOBERLY AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS IN FISH HABITAT CONSERVATION FROM THE AMERICAN FISHERIES SOCIETY (Baltimore, Md.) November 8, 2021 – Christopher Estes received the Stanley A. Moberly Award for Outstanding Lifetime Achievements and Contributions to Fish Habitat Conservation. American Fisheries Society (AFS) Past President Brian Murphy and AFS Fish Habitat Section President Gary Whelan presented the award at a Plenary Session at the AFS 151st Annual Meeting in Baltimore, Maryland. The Stanley A. Moberly Award was established in 2019 and is presented annually to an individual who has achieved significant success in a fish habitat career related to research, policy, management, education, project implementation, communications and outreach, or another endeavor. The award covers freshwater, coastal, and marine habitats, and was developed by the AFS Fish Habitat Section in partnership with NOAA Fisheries and the National Fish Habitat Partnership. “We applaud the distinguished contributions of Christopher Estes and thank him for his continuous efforts to further the conservation of fish habitats,” said AFS Past President Brian Murphy. Estes’ pursuit of habitat conservation is best characterized by his exceptional knowledge and tireless advocacy for seizing every opportunity to lead, implement, and support science-based legal, institutional, and public involvement actions and solutions to successfully conserve adequate amounts of instream flows and water levels in rivers, lakes, and reservoirs to sustain fish, wildlife, and habitat conditions on a global basis. Estes’ exceptional 46+ year professional career began in 1975 as a fish and wildlife biologist with the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks contributing to water quality, instream flow, and water level conservation studies. Estes next joined the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) in 1977 and worked there until retiring in 2010. His notable achievements included development and leadership of the department’s initial formal statewide instream flow and water level conservation program in 1986, later referred to as the Statewide Aquatic Resources and Coordination Unit. Estes coordinated all fish and wildlife scientific and related technical and policy actions, including outreach, pertaining to securing reservations of water (water rights for instream flows and water levels) on behalf of the ADF&G under AS 46.15.145.  He also participated in the development of state legislation, regulations, and policies relating to AS 46.15, including representation of Alaska’s interests pertaining to proposed federal laws. ADF&G supported Estes’ participation in international and national habitat conservation initiatives benefiting the department. As a result, Estes cofounded the National Instream Flow Program Assessment (NIFPA) project in collaboration with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to further improve the abilities of state fish and wildlife agencies, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regions, and Tribes to successfully secure adequate amounts of water for fish and wildlife in rivers, lakes, and reservoirs, and to better address other water related regional and national conservation issues. The NIFPA project led to the 1998 formation of the Instream Flow Council (IFC) in which Estes was a contributing founder. The IFC is composed of the 50 state fish and wildlife agencies representing the United States and its territories and their Canadian provincial/territorial counterparts. Estes serves as one of its Directors at Large. Estes also served in a national leadership and coordination role providing significant contributions facilitating the development of the 2006 National Fish Habitat Action Plan (NFHAP). Approval of NFHAP by leadership of state and federal agencies resulted in the formation of the National Fish Habitat Board and National Fish Habitat Partnership (NFHP). Estes also served as a staff member to the original board and contributed to formation and operation of Fish Habitat Partnerships. Estes continues to serve on the NFHP national Science and Data Committee. Collectively, these actions contributed to success of the NFHP, and in 2020, its codification under federal law (Title II of PL 116-188). Estes formed Chalk Board Enterprises, LLC in 2011 to provide instream flow and water level conservation services as an Aquatic Resources and Habitat Scientist. He continues to serve on national and international advisory panels and actively participates in professional organizations. Estes has been an AFS member since 1976 and spearheaded the development of its first instream flow and water level related conservation policy. In 2020, Estes was inducted into the AFS Fisheries Management Section Hall of Excellence. # # # Editor’s Notes: Founded in 1870, the American Fisheries Society (AFS) is the world’s oldest and largest fisheries science society. The mission of AFS is to improve the conservation and sustainability of fishery resources and aquatic ecosystems by advancing fisheries and aquatic science and promoting the development of fisheries professionals. With five journals and numerous books and conferences, AFS is the leading source of fisheries science and management information in North America and around the world. AFS general link: fisheries.org High resolution award photo link: https://flic.kr/p/2mLJ2dX

(Baltimore, Md.) November 8, 2021 – Andy Danylchuk, Professor of Fish Conservation at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, received the Excellence in Fisheries Education Award at the 2021 American Fisheries Society (AFS) Annual Meeting in Baltimore, Maryland. AFS Past President Brian Murphy presented the award at the day’s plenary session. The Excellence in Fisheries Education Award recognizes excellence in organized teaching and advising in the field of fisheries. “Throughout his life, Dr. Danylchuk has been on a personal crusade to ensure that fish are around for future generations to enjoy, whether on the end of a fishing line, on a dinner plate, or simply to watch in wonder,” said Past President Murphy. His passion for fish started at a young age, as did his desire to share whatever he had learned to just about anyone who would listen.  This passion helped guide his academic history, with undergraduate and Master’s degrees from Trent University, and a Ph.D. from University of Alberta.  During his Ph.D. work, he received several awards for research and teaching, including the prestigious Peter Larkin Award from the Canadian Aquatic Resources Section of the American Fisheries Society. Following graduate school, Dr. Danylchuk worked for several organizations that were founded on models of experiential education and hands-on, placed-based learning.  This allowed him to expand his teaching skills, as well as develop a deeper understanding about creative ways to enhance learning, regardless of academic level and setting.  Danylchuk is a strong believer that learning through experience, in combination with general concepts taught in traditional classroom settings, can help stimulate the acquisition of knowledge and skills via multiple senses and thus cater to a range of learning styles. Now at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Danylchuk teaches several of the fundamental courses in the Fisheries Ecology and Conservation concentration, offering students the right tools and experiences to stimulate a sense of wonder and creative thinking when it comes to fish, aquatic ecosystems, conservation and management.  He is also a cherished mentor by his graduate students, as he provides them with opportunities to be productive, creative, and think outside the box.  Collectively, his teaching performance, and excellent rapport with his students resulted in being awarded a Distinguished Teaching Award from UMass Amherst in 2014, and it is now no surprise that we further acknowledge his passion for learning and sharing by selecting him for the Excellence in Fisheries Education Award from AFS. # # # Editor’s Notes:  Founded in 1870, the American Fisheries Society (AFS) is the world’s oldest and largest fisheries science society. The mission of AFS is to improve the conservation and sustainability of fishery resources and aquatic ecosystems by advancing fisheries and aquatic science and promoting the development of fisheries professionals. With five journals and numerous books and conferences, AFS is the leading source of fisheries science and management information in North America and around the world. AF website: fisheries.org AFS Annual Meeting: https://afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/ High resolution award photo link: https://flic.kr/p/2mJF3nt