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We have to protect our industry and our fishing opportunities in Oregon & Washington.

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Recreational anglers are super important to the Pacific Northwest fishery opportunities. There was a time when sport anglers came from all over the world to fish in the Pacific Northwest for 80+ lb salmon.

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Representing Guides, Charters, and Anglers In Oregon & Washington

Washington and Oregon are the heart of Pacific Northwest fishing. We must be organized to ensure we continue to have fishing opportunities now and for the future.

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Welcome

Welcome, the Northwest Guide’s and Anglers Association (NWGAA) is seeking members to fulfill its’ mission and vision. Professional Sport Fishing Guides, Charter Captains and Recreational Anglers participation is critical for the success of NWGAA. If all you do is buy membership, we welcome you. You have helped more than…

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Professional Guide Membership

Professional Guide Membership is available in one of two options.  Now is the time to join and be a…

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Angler Membership

Angler Membership is available to all sport fishing anglers in Washington and Oregon who fish on their own, or…

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Business Affiliate Member

A Business, which depends on and are affected by the sport fishing industry need to have a voice in…

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Areas of Concern

Unfair Fishery Allocations

Fisheries must be allowed to perform that best meets the needs of our region’s economies. While sport and commercial fisheries must co-exist together, it is important that the proper attention is given to the user group that gives the greatest return on our investment.

Unfair and Unnecessary Regulation

While recognizing the necessity for restrictions that promote conservation, it is important that we aren’t regulated out of our workplace. We support conservation measures that are backed by credible science with fair public and professional input.

Environmental Factors

Which limit the production of wild fish. The operation of other industry often affects water quality that limit fish production in our streams and rivers. Excessive water temperatures, improper flow and spill for outmigration and barriers to fish are just some of the problems wild fish face.

Environmental Impacts that Jeopardize our Industry

Toxic contamination is becoming a factor that is affecting our fisheries. Combined Sewer Overflows (CSO’s) on the Willamette River, nuclear waste leakage from the Hanford site on the Columbia River, dioxin discharges from paper mills and mercury contamination are just a few of the factors that jeopardize our fisheries.

Pacific Northwest Sport Fishing Destination

The Pacific Northwest is still a relatively untapped resource as a sport fishing destination. With the sport fishing options available to us and the possibility of working collaboratively as a group, we can make the Northwest a destination location for anglers worldwide.

Cooperation Between Guides and Sport Anglers

Enhance the relationship between industry professionals and the general fishing public. It is important that we are good stewards of the resource and cordial participants in the sport. We will always have to work towards a positive relationship with our fellow anglers and engage them in our quest for better opportunities for all of us.

 

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NWGAA Comments on Section 120 Permit
Posted By NWG@@webmaster October 10, 2019

To: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Re: Comments regarding implementation of Section 120 permit Docket ID: NOAA-NMFS-2019-0073 October 4, 2019 To Whom it…

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WDFW Moves Forward With Logbooks
Posted By NWG@@webmaster August 6, 2019

I attended the WDFW Commission meeting in Olympia on Friday. The commission voted unanimously for logbooks for guides. The department provided 3 options for…

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WA State Licensed Guides Can Comment on Logbooks
Posted By NWG@@webmaster December 13, 2018

Folks, 3 meetings have been held so far, regarding the implementation of logbooks. If you have not or will not be able to attend…

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Snohomish River System Closure Update Part 2
Posted By NWG@@webmaster December 1, 2018

Often we see closures on a river and we never get an update regarding whether the closure yielded anything to benefit the anglers.  The…

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Who We Represent

872
Professional Guides
60,000
Angler Trips Annually
300
Recreational Angler Members
65
Business Members

Why Choose Us

Oregon State Fishing Issue

  • We stay current on Oregon legislative issues which affect Oregon State Fisheries
  • Open lines of communication with the Oregon Marine Board
  • We work with ODFW to improve sustainable fisheries for all anglers

Washington State Fishing Issues

  • We stay current on Washington legislative issues which affect Washington State Fisheries
  • Open lines of communication with the WDFW liasons
  • We work with WDFW to improve sustainable fisheries for all anglers

Professional Accountability

  • We provide professional services for guides, such as drug testing consortium
  • Improve communication and relationships with all recreational anglers
  • Set the example as good stewards of our natural resources

Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To protect, enhance, and promote healthy sport fisheries and the ecosystems, which we all depend on in the Pacific Northwest.

While recognizing the necessity for restrictions that promote conservation, it is important that we aren’t regulated out of our workplace and fisheries.

Our Vision

Work towards a positive relationship with fellow anglers, and fishery managers in the quest for better fishing opportunities for everyone.

Secure our experiences on Pacific Northwest waters by ensuring healthy and viable fisheries for our future.



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