The New England Fishery Management Council is seeking applicants to serve on its Advisory Panels (APs) for a three-year term from January 2014 through December 2016. The Council relies on AP members provide knowledgeable insight and guidance to various oversight committees and the Council in the development of fishery management plan amendments and framework adjustments.
The council is seeking members for the following APs: Groundfish, Recreational Fishing (meets with the Groundfish Committee), Scallop, Herring, Monkfish, Habitat, Skate, Whiting, Red Crab, and Enforcement.

For more information and how to apply, see the attached document and visit the Council’s website at www.nefmc.org. The application deadline is August 30, 2013.

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I think they move the meetings around. I would suggest going to their website, get the phone number and calling them. This is the first time I've seen this notice looking for members. It's a good way for recreational anglers to get their voices heard by having someone on the committee.