About Us
The AFS Pacific Islands Chapter provides a forum for the discussion, debate, and resolution of aquatic resource issues within the political boundaries of the State of Hawai’i; the U.S. Flag Territories of Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa; the three Freely Associated States of the Republic of Palau, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Federated States of Micronesia (Pohnpei, Kosrae, Chuuk, and Yap); and the atolls and islands constituting the U.S. Remote Pacific Islands Area (PRIA).
Annual Chapter Meeting
The 2nd annual Chapter Meeting will be May 20 – May 22, 2026. Please see the events page for more information! *The abstract deadline has been extended to April 15*
Other AFS News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 1, 2026 Contact:Lauren TannerAmerican Fisheries Societyltanner@fisheries.org American Fisheries Society Announces Partnership with Optic Nerve Eyewear to Support Member Safety and Performance The American Fisheries Society is proud to announce a new partnership with Optic Nerve Eyewear, an independently owned company making protective, polarized eyewear for the outdoors. Whether you’re a professional or recreational outdoor enthusiast, you rely on durable, dependable gear. This partnership underscores our shared commitment to empowering those who protect...Read more
Verbal Judo: A Method to Improve Your Ability to Talk to Those Hostile to Conservation April 28, 202612 pm Eastern Time Registration Presenter:Scott Bonar Successfully conversing with people who do not see the value in protecting the environment is critical to those interested in conservation, especially in today’s society. Here we discuss conversational techniques you can use to defuse conflict and improve the odds that the other side will listen to your point of view....Read more
Voting is now open in the 2026 AFS Officer Election! Read the candidate statements for Jim Bowker and Steve Lochmann and then check your email for voting instructions. Voting closes on March 31.Read more