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Human Dimensions Research & Applications within WAFWA
Posted by WAFWA on March 6, 2025
WAFWA's Human Dimensions (HD) Committee has developed this go-to resource for WAFWA agencies (and beyond) to facilitate access to and demystify the world of HD.
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WNTI Supports Mural Honoring Trout Conservation
Posted by WAFWA on November 14, 2024
Artist Chris Peterson with cutthroat trout mural in Logan City, Utah. Image credit: Chris Peterson Studio On Oct 30, 2024 Logan City, Utah unveiled the beautiful masterpiece of Utah’s native Chris Peterson to the public at Merlin Olsen Park. Peterson painted a 70-foot vibrant Bear River cutthroat trout on the…
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2024 WAFWA Award Recipients
Posted by WAFWA on June 20, 2024
WAFWA honored conservation professionals during the award ceremony at the 2024 WAFWA Summer Conference.
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Student Engagement Program 2024 Fellows Prepare for Summer Meeting
Posted by WAFWA on April 25, 2024
The inaugural cohort for WAFWA's Student Engagement Program has been selected. Congratulations to our 2024 cohort:
Jade Collins, Kennedy Funa, Terra Martinez, Lily Olmo, Elizabeth Painter, Sierra Williams.
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Join the Northern Wild Sheep and Goat Council for their symposium in Alaska this Spring
Posted by WAFWA on April 11, 2024
The Northern Wild Sheep and Goat Council invite you to join their symposium in Anchorage, Alaska from April 29 through May 3, 2024.
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WAFWA Accepting 2024 Award Nominations
Posted by WAFWA on February 13, 2024
WAFWA will continue the tradition of honoring outstanding acts of conservation during the award ceremony on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at our Summer Meeting in Stevenson, Washington. If you know of someone who has shown exemplary commitment to conservation, consider nominating them for one of our prestigious awards. For award…
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WAFWA Introduces New Student Engagement Program
Posted by WAFWA on January 12, 2024
The WAFWA is proud to host the Student Engagement Program to encourage college students from western states and provinces to gain professional skills and interact with fish and wildlife professionals at our 2024 Summer Meeting.
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WAFWA Welcomes Brian Nesvik as New President
Posted by WAFWA on November 16, 2023
At our July Summer Meeting, the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies elected Brian Nesvik Director of Wyoming Fish and Game as President. Brian served two terms as WAFWA Vice President and a member of the Executive Committee for two years prior to stepping up to the President’s role.
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