The lineup for the Wednesday, May 17 seminar titled "Future of Marine Sportfishing" has not changed. The speakers are (in order of appearance):

Pat Patillo, WDFW
Larry Carpenter, NW Marine Trade Assoc, WA St Sportfish Advisory Bd, Pacific Salmon Comm
Gary Krein, Guide, Charter Boat Assoc of Puget Sound
Jim Bain, Guide, WA Anglers Alliance

Again, the seminar is from 4-6 at the NW Fisheries Science Center. Among the issues that are sure to be addressed are the economic impacts of sportfishing, marine C&R opportunities, future of sportfishing in the political realm, fin clipping chinook, and many others. This is a great opportunity to educate yourself on these issues, or raise your own concerns over the future of sportfishing in Wa State during the Q&A phase. This seminar is free and open to all members of the community.