Social Events
Student-Mentor Mixer
Building on the momentum of past years, this event will be extended to allow for deeper conversations and follow-thru. One goal is to help connect students with job-shadowing opportunities among our diverse professionals. For information contact Christy Fellas (christy.fellas@yahoo.com, 503-231-2307).
Poster Social
A traditional opportunity to converse with the presenters of up to 32 poster
displays while also renewing and creating professional acquaintances. Fisheries
networking at its finest! For information contact Michele Weaver (michele.h.weaver@state.or.us,971-676-6062).
Awards Lunch
More opportunities to network with colleagues while recognizing the
award-winning efforts and accomplishments of our members. Not to mention a free
lunch.
Business Meeting
To maximize convenience for everyone to attend, the annual Oregon Chapter AFS
Business Meeting will occupy an uncontested slot late Thursday afternoon, and
just prior to the Banquet. This is the best opportunity to see and participate
in chapter activities that occur throughout the year.
Banquet
Cap off your Thursday with another AFS tradition and opportunity for enjoyable
networking. The banquet begins with a social, allows a choice of menu
selections (see registration form), and is immediately followed by the raffle,
auction, and other festivities.
Menu for Awards lunch and Banquet
Raffle and Auction
Score some great deals on equipment, artwork, and adventures while supporting
the chapter. To contribute or assist, contact Terry Smith (tasmith@fs.fed.us,
541-883-6785).
Texas-Hold’em “Fun-raiser”
Join the growing group of card-sharks that risk it all (well, a $25 donation to
the chapter, anyways) for a shot at some winning cards, wiley strategy, and
friendly competition. Starts with a brief lesson on how to play, experience
helpful but not necessary. Thanks to Dave Ward (dave.ward@cbfwa.org)
and Tom Iverson for organizing this friendly fundraiser.
Jam Session
At the risk of starting a new tradition,
we'll again offer a stage and mic to our musically-inclined members and see what
kind of Fishhead Jam Session ensues. After an unplugged practice session
Wednesday night, we'll have a stage and sound system for the real show following
the banquet and auction Thursday night (9-midnight). Word is Ray Troll's "Spawntaneous
Ratfish Wranglers" may swim into town, and you can bet on some "Red-Eye Gravy
String Band" tunes since leader Mike Faler (micheal_faler@fws.gov)
is organizing this event.