PURPOSE
The Alabama Fisheries Association, Inc. (AFA) is an
organization of individuals from various fisheries and water resource-related
groups dedicated to the development, conservation, and management of
commercial and recreational fisheries in Alabama and the wise utilization
and protection of fisheries and aquatic habitats. The AFA is incorporated as a non-profit educational organization
and has tax-exempt status with the Internal Revenue Service. Donations
are tax deductible.
GOALS
- Support the exchange of ideas, programs, and experience of
the members concerning fisheries science, aquaculture, and water resources.
- Organize and support technical forums relating to fisheries and aquatic
resources.
- Collect and disseminate fisheries-related information to the membership
and other interested parties.
- Develop public awareness regarding fisheries and aquatic resource
issues.
- Promote professional advancement of outstanding students with financial
assistance through a scholarship fund.
WHO
SHOULD BE A MEMBER OF THE ALABAMA FISHERIES ASSOCIATION?
Membership is open to all persons, including corporations, who are
interested in the fisheries, aquatic habitats and water resources
of Alabama.
WHY
JOIN THE ALABAMA FISHERIES ASSOCIATION?
- Access to current information in fisheries research through meetings
and newsletters.
- Access to resource agency , academic, and industry-related technical
information and updates.
- Network with individuals having similar interests in fisheries and
the water resources of Alabama.
- If you or your organization has an interest in fisheries, aquatic
habitats and water resources of Alabama, the Alabama Fisheries Association
is of value to you. Annual meetings provide a forum for the exchange
of information and ideas on relevant issues related to commercial
and recreational fisheries and the aquatic resources of Alabama.
Don't hesitate- join today!
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