Four Reasons to Attend this Conference:

Prominent Speakers Professionals in fisheries management; government officials and citizen advisors responsible for ocean and coastal policy; professors of oceanic sciences, marine biology, and ocean wave technology.

Audience-Speaker Interaction The Conference will appeal to all those interested in Oregon's Ocean-civic officials, educators, business leaders, fishery people, members of advocacy groups and the general public. In workshops and discussion groups, members of the audience will be able to address questions to panelists and express their opinions on ocean policy.

Attractive Coastal Location Located equidistant between Astoria and Brookings, Florence is a convenient location for a gathering devoted to learning about recent scientific advances and current policy developments in our ocean. The Florence Events Center provides a 450-seat theater and a main hall for exhibits, meetings and luncheons.

Low Cost The Registration Fee includes a full day of panel discussions, workshop, luncheon and a post-conference reception. Students receive a $10 discount. New this year, our Supporter category for $150. A supporter fee includes Conference passes for 5 attendees and acknowledgement in the Conference program and other publicity.