Columbia River Indian Fishers Expo

JULY 28, 2023

10AM to 3PM
SKAMANIA LODGE
STEVENSON, WASHINGTON

A one-day event for Columbia River treaty fishers to get information, resources, and training that will help them improve river safety, fish quality, and equipment maintenance. The event and lunch are free for all Yakama, Umatilla, Warm Springs, and Nez Perce tribal members. The Columbia River Indian Fishers Expo is hosted by the Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission.

Click the button below to reserve your free ticket and to register for one of the food handling classes if you need to get a food handlers card or renew an expired one. (Note: there are only 30 slots for the food handling classes, so register early to guarantee a spot.)

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Raffle items

The Expo will include a raffle for attendees. Raffle items are still being collected. Some of the prizes so far include:

Traeger grill
300′ 45 mesh deep 8″ fall webbing
Electronic commercial scales
Coolers
Life jackets
Beacon lights
Gift cards
Rope and net materials

Agenda

10am Tradeshow Opens
10am Food Handlers Safety Class, Danita Macy, OSU Extension
Noon: Lunch (provided)
Lunchtime panel: “From Waters to Markets: Empowering Tribal Fishers in Public Sales and Farmers Markets”*
3pm Expo Ends

Lunch panel

The lunch presentation “From Waters to Markets: Empowering Tribal Fishermen in Public Sales and Farmers Markets” will feature panelists who will discuss the thriving world of selling tribal fish directly to the public and through farmers markets. The panel will explore the unique opportunities, challenges, and successes that arise when tribal fishers engage in direct sales, connecting their catch with enthusiastic consumers. The panelists will share their experiences and insights of selling tribal fish in public markets. They will delve into topics such as sustainable fishing practices, community engagement, economic empowerment, marketing strategies, and regulatory considerations.