New England Fishery Management Council Seeks Applicants for Advisory Panels

The New England Fishery Management Council is seeking commercial and recreational fishermen and stakeholders to serve on all its advisory panels. The deadline to apply is October 3, 2025.

Advisory panels (APs) support the Council’s Fishery Management Plans. APs provide guidance during the development of federal fishery management plans, actions, and measures. Terms run for three years, from January 2026 through December 2028, and individuals may serve on more than one panel.

Existing AP members who wish to continue must reapply for consideration for the 2026–2028 term.

NEFMC seeks a diverse mix of members, and values applicants’ unique perspectives on commercial or recreational sectors, different fisheries and gear types, geographic ranges, and social and economic backgrounds.

How To Apply

Download and complete this application form and submit it to Sherie Goutier via email (sgoutier@nefmc.org) or by mail: New England Fishery Management Council, 50 Water Street, Mill 2, Newburyport, MA 01950.

Paper copies are available by calling the NEFMC office at (978) 465-0492. The deadline is October 3, 2025.