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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Join our #AFS156 innovative session taking place tomorrow, 9/3, at 10:15 in Delaware B. All are invited to attend! This session is a mix of presentations and interactive skill-building (and usually laugh-inducing) activities. @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social

Seeing is believing visual approaches to effectively communicate habitat transformation. An innovative session at the 156th American fisheries Society annual meeting in Columbus Ohio. This session will be held on Thursday, September 3 at 10:15 AM in room, Delaware B. The schedule: 1015 to 1020 introduction. 1020 to 1015 lightning talks with speakers Shaun Donovan from the San Antonio River Authority, John Kocik, an independent fisheries scientist, and Tanner Scholten from Tanner Scholten photography and Omniris. 1050 to 1110 choosing impactful visuals for SciComm (presentation and activity). 1110 to 1140 comparing and contrasting effectiveness of visuals across audiences (interactive activity). 1140 to 12 open discussion

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Happening Tuesday at #AFS156 Strong Science, Weak Signals: How the Status Quo in How We Communicate is Undermining Our Goals. Location: Fayetteville. 3:30-5:00pm. @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Next stop - #AFS156 in Columbus! This year’s SciComm x Climate Adaptation Committee session focuses on using effective images in scicomm products, with a focus on impactful imagery related to changing habitats. Join us on Thursday, September 3 at 10:15 for a fun, interactive session.

Innovative session at the 2026 AFS annual meeting in Columbus OH. Seeing is Believing: visual approaches to effectively communicate habitat transformation. Thursday September 3 at 10:15 to 12:00pm in room Delaware B.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

The deadline to submit an abstract for this year’s @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social Annual Meeting in Columbus is TOMORROW, May 01!

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American Fisheries Society @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

❗EXTENDED❗ You have an extra week to submit your abstract for the #AFS156th Annual Meeting in Columbus, Ohio! Browse through sessions and then submit your abstract by Friday, May 1st. afsannualmeeting.fisheries.org/symposium-se...

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American Fisheries Society @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

1 week left to register for our upcoming webinar, "Verbal Judo: A Method to Improve Your Ability to Talk to Those Hostile to Conservation" Register today--> www.xcdsystem.com/afs/attendee...

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

One of the perks of being an @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social member? You have the opportunity to shape the future of the society! Be sure to cast your vote in the AFS Officer Election by March 31.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

The next webinar in our “Make ‘Em Give A Carp” series will be held on Monday, 3/23 at 8pm ET. Tune in to learn tips and tricks to improve your “print” (actual print and digital) scicomm techniques from 3 wonderful experts. Webinar access info was sent to all members on 3/12. Check your inbox!

AFS science communication section members only webinar. Make ‘Em Give A Carp - a series on effective science communication across a variety of platforms. Topic: “print” media. Monday, March 23 at 8:00pm ET/ 5:00pm PT. Meeting access information sent to all section members via email. Panelists: Matthew miller (cool green science), Dr Dana Sackett (the fisheries blog), Steve Quinn (in-fisherman)

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Nominate a person/team/yourself for the AFS Excellence in Public Outreach Award, administered by the AFS Science Communication Section. Deadline for nomination submission is April 1. Additional information can be found at fisheries.org/about/awards...

Submit your nomination for the excellence in public outreach award. submission deadline is April 1, 2026.

What is the award for excellence in public outreach? The award for excellence in public outreach was established in 1998 and is presented to a current AFS member who goes the extra mile and connecting the value of fishery science to the general public through various communication channels. This award is administered by the AFS science communication section executive committee.

Who is the ideal candidate for the excellence in public outreach award? Recognizing that many positions in the fisheries field can have aspects of science communication and outreach is part of their job. We are seeking exceptional candidates who have demonstrated a strong commitment to effectively sharing fisheries science, in ways that have advanced the public understanding of our aquatic natural resources. The nomination can be either yourself an individual or a collaborative team.

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Dr. Solomon David @solomonrdavid.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Empathetic Bowfin asks “How are you doing?”

A bowfin (fish) closeup in an aquarium. It appears to have a concerned expression on its face. Probably because Minnesota is currently occupied and there’s a lot of other crazy stuff happening.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

REMINDER - Today is the final day to submit a session proposal for this years @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social Annual Meeting in Columbus, OH.

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ICES - International Council for the Exploration of the Sea @icesmarine.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

🚀 Upskill in 2026 with one of our training courses! 🔵Mapping & spatial analysis with R 🟠Stock assessment 🟢Ecopath with Ecosim 🔵Reimagining complex data-intensive reports 🟠Writing bespoke assessment models in RTMB 🟢Environmental Impact Assessments Registration is open www.ices.dk/events/Train...

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

“This stuff [fisheries science] works on podcasts. People love this stuff on podcasts… We are willing and ready to help the scientists communicate their science to our angler audiences!” “Networking with AFS members is one of the best ways to find guests for [our] podcasts.”

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

We are LIVE with tonight’s webinar! There is still time to join to learn all you need to know about starting and succeeding at your own #fishscicomm podcast.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Why not grab a big ol’ mug of hot cocoa and join us TONIGHT for some #fishscicomm fun?

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Join the AFS Science Communication Section on Tuesday, Jan. 27 at 8:15pm as we kick off our new “Members Only” webinar series - Make ‘Em Give A Carp! Tuesday’s webinar will focus on podcasts and will feature a panel of podcast hosts. Webinar link was sent via email to all section members on 1/23.

Advertising flyer with a blue water color background and a small line image of a carp. Text reads: Members only Science Communication Section Webinar. Make ‘Em Give A Carp - a series on effective science communication across a variety of platforms. The topic of the webinar is podcasts. Date: Tuesday January 27. Time: 8:15pm ET, 5:15pm PT. Meeting access information sent to SciComm Section members via email. List of panelists: Andrew Hayes (Tackle Talk podcast), Katrina Liebich (Fish of the Week podcast), Liam Whetter (Doc Talks Fishing podcast).

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

❄️ ‘Tis the Season! ❄️ Renew your @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social membership for 2026 today! Be sure to ✅ the box to renew your AFS Science Communication Section membership too (psst, it’s free for students!) Renew before 2026 to avoid a service fee when you pay by card.

Text: ‘Tis the season to renew your membership. Renew your AFS membership today and be sure to “check the box” to enroll in the Science Communication Section. Registration for the Science Communication section is now free for students.
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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

The AFS Climate Committee and the Science Communication Section will be hosting an encore presentation of our lightning talks and a summary of our session from this summer’s annual meeting! The webinar will be held on Wed , Nov 19 at 3pm ET. Registration required - fisheries.org/2025/10/webi...

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Text: AFS Webinar - Science Communication Through Emotionally Charged Extreme Events, supported by the AFS Climate Committee and the AFS science Communication Section. Presentations by Corinne Burns (Leading Solutions LLC in support of NOAA Fisheries), Jeff Jolley (Michigan Dept of Natural Resources), Sara Thompson (San Antonio River Authority), and Kerry Flaherty-Walia (Tampa Bay Estuary Program).

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

Thank you to everyone who made our session at #AFS155 a huge success - our speakers, our organizers, and our active and energetic audience! You can find more photos from our session on our Instagram page! Follow us @afs_scicomm See you next year in Columbus?!

Group picture of session participants from the Science Communication Through Emotionally Charged Extreme Events symposium at AFS155 in San Antonio.

Session participants around a small table review prompts to engage in an improvisation exercise to improve effective messaging, active listening, and empathy skills.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

Happening TODAY after the lunch break. Starting at 1:30pm in Rivercenter Conf Rm 9. #AFS155

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Say Cheese! Be sure to take advantage of the free professional headshots at Booth 107 in the Rivercenter Salon E. Stop by the booth during tonight’s Poster and Tradeshow Networking Event! #AFS155

Say cheese! Free, professional headshots will be available this week at Booth 107 in Rivercenter Salon E. A great time to take advantage of this service is during the Poster and Tradeshow Networking event tonight.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Content With Purpose (CWP) and @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social debuting “Tomorrow’s Catch: Securing our Future Fisheries” at #AFS155. Through storytelling, this movie series connects data with emotion to educate audiences about issues for our freshwater and marine ecosystems across the US and Canada.

Text: Tomorrows catch: securing our future fisheries. Image: A shadow of an angler against a sunset background.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Meet Jeff! Jeff is slated to present a 5-minute Lightning Talk during our session TOMORROW !! at @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social #AFS155 in San Antonio. Jeff will present on the consequences of poor science communication with the public during a dam removal project.

Flyer advertising lightning talks for the session “Science Communication Through Emotionally Charged Extreme Events”. Talks will be held from 1:35-1:50 on Tuesday August 12 in Rivercenter Conf Rm 9. Speaker Jeff Jolley from Michigan Department of Natural Resources will present “When the Dam Breaks: The Cost of Poor Communication on Controversial Issues” Abstract: communicating in conflict with the public requires clarity, consistency, and empathy - especially when emotions run high and trust is fragile. Poor communication in these situations can fuel misinformation, deepen mistrust, ans erode support for necessary actions, making recovery or resolution significantly more difficult.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

Meet Sara! She is one of three fabulous speakers lined up to present a 5-minute Lightning Talk during our session next Tuesday at @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social #AFS155 in San Antonio. Sara will talk about local efforts being made in and around central TX to prepare and respond to flooding events.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Meet Kerry! She is one of three wonderful speakers lined up to present a 5-minute Lightning Talks during our session next Tuesday at #AFS155 in San Antonio. Kerry will present her experiences communicating about water quality in the aftermath of two major hurricanes that hit Tampa Bay.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

What can you expect from our session next week at the @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social Annual Meeting? Check out our session schedule below! This session is open to EVERYONE! Come and go as you need/please. Stop in, make a friend, maybe learn something! #AFS155

A schedule for the innovative session titled “Science Communication Through Emotionally Charged Extreme Events”. 1:30-1:35 Introduction to the session. 1:35-1:50 Lightning talks by Jeff Jolley, Kerry Flaherty-Walia, and Sara Thompson. 1:50-2:05 Q and A with presenters. 2:05-2:35 Skill building exercise - put yourself in the shoes of a scientist who is tasked with communicating after a natural disaster. 2:35-3:00 Open Discussion. Session will be held on Tuesday August 12 from 1:30-3:00pm in the Rivercenter Conference Room 9

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

We are less than one week away from the 2025 @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social Annual Meeting in San Antonio! Stay tuned to our socials for information on the AFS Climate x AFS SciComm session on “Science Communication Through Emotionally Charged Extreme Events” taking place on Tuesday 8/12 at 1:30.

Calendar page of August 2025. “X”es cross out the days of the month that have already passed. AFS Annual Meeting logos are present on the dates of August 10 through 14.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

Happening tonight! T minus 2 hours! A reminder email with meeting link information was sent to all section members this afternoon.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

Planning your work week on this beautiful Sunday? Dont forget to pencil in our student feedback session this Thursday, 7/31 at 7pm CT. Students attending the @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social Annual Meeting can present their oral or poster presentations, and attendees can provide feedback.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

We will be hosting another student feedback session on Thursday, July 31 at 7pm CT. Students can receive feedback on how to improve their #fishscicomm ahead of their big days at the @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social Annual Meeting in the Lonestar State.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Your AFS SciComm Section will be hosting another student feedback session on Thursday, July 31 at 7:00pm CT. We encourage student members to attend and present their presentation or poster for the upcoming @americanfisheries Annual Meeting in San Antonio, TX! Students will receive feedback from other AFS SciComm Section members on how to improve their presentations ahead of their big days in the Lonestar State.

Members can find a link to access the 7/31 feedback session in their email.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

Check out these open graduate positions ⬇️⬇️⬇️

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

Heading to the @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social Annual Meeting in San Antonio? Got plans on Tuesday, 8/12? No? Not yet? Wanna hang out? You do? Come hang out with us in our session on 8/12 from 1:30-3 😎 Learn some new #scicomm skills. Listen to some cool lightning talks. Make some new friends!

Screenshot of the preliminary American Fisheries Society Annual Meeting schedule for Tuesday, August 12. The innovative session “Science Communication Through Emotionally Charged Extreme Events” will be held on August 12 from 1:30-3:00pm Central time in Rivercenter Conference Room 9.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

Some members of the AFS Science Communication Section are on Capitol Hill in Washington DC today for the first ever AFS Fly-In! We are meeting with members of Congress to tell them who we are as a society and discuss topics important to AFS members.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT! Join us tonight at 7:30pm ET for another drop-in feedback session. We will have 3 Early Life History Section students presenting their work for the upcoming Larval Fish Conference in Quebec City. Meeting link was sent to all section members via email.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

⏰ Tomorrow is the last day to register for the @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social Annual Meeting at the discounted Early Bird Registration rate! ⏰

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Anotha one 😎 The AFS #SciComm Section will be hosting another drop-in session on 6/11 for student presentation feedback. This session will be for members of the Early Life History section to prepare for this year’s Larval Fish Conference in Quebec City. Check email for meeting link.

Early Life History Section Members - Do you want feedback on your presentation for the upcoming Larval Fish Conference? The AFS science Communication Section will be hosting a drop-in session for student presentation feedback. All Early Life History and Science Comminication Section members are welcome to attend and provide feedback. The virtual meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 11 at 7:30pm Eastern Time. Meeting link will be distributed via email to members of both sections.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Heading to San Antonio this August? ☀️ 🐟 🤠 Be sure to register now for this year’s @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social Annual Meeting to enjoy the discounted Early Bird registration rate. Early Bird registration ends in ONE WEEK on Wednesday, June 4.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Happening this afternoon at 2pm ET! 👇👇👇

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

⏰ Tomorrow is the last day to submit an abstract for this year’s @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social Annual Meeting in San Antonio! Do you have experience communicating science during extreme events? We want to hear your story! #SciComm training will be available for those who attend the session :)

AFS symposium - science communication through emotionally charged extreme events. Supported by AFS climate committee and AFS science communication section. Presenting successes, challenges, and lessons learned when communicating science during extreme events. Training will be provided to improve communication skills. Background image is of a wildfire in a forest.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Have you submitted an abstract for this year’s @amfisheriessoc.bsky.social Annual Meeting in San Antonio? Do you have experience communicating science during extreme events? We want to hear your story! Abstracts accepted until 4/22.

Science Communication Through Emotionally Charged Extreme Events supported by AFS Climate Committee and the AFS Science Communicatkon Section.
Presenting successes, challenges, and lessons learned when communicating science during extreme events. Training will be provided to improve communication skills.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

We are looking for presenters to speak during our co-sponsored session at this year’s Annual Meeting! If you have experience communicating science during extreme events, we want to hear your story! Our session will also include #scicomm training for all attendees! Abstracts are due April 15!

Photo of dry, drought-effected land with overlayed words: AFS Symposium - Science through emotionally charged extreme events. Supported by the AFS Climate Committee and the AFS Science Communication section. Presenting successes, challenges, and lessons learned when communicating science through extreme events. Training will be provided to improve communication skills.

Photo of wildfires in forest with overlayed words: AFS Symposium - Science through emotionally charged extreme events. Supported by the AFS Climate Committee and the AFS Science Communication section. Presenting successes, challenges, and lessons learned when communicating science through extreme events. Training will be provided to improve communication skills.

Photo of satellite image of a hurricane with overlayed words: AFS Symposium - Science through emotionally charged extreme events. Supported by the AFS Climate Committee and the AFS Science Communication section. Presenting successes, challenges, and lessons learned when communicating science through extreme events. Training will be provided to improve communication skills.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Less than 1 week remains to get your nominations in for the Award for Excellence in Public Outreach! Nomination deadline is Tuesday, April 1 (not a joke! We are for realsies!)

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

The deadline to nominate someone for the Award for Excellence in Public Outreach is April 1.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Communication isnt only the delivery of facts, its also the act of listening. Reach out to someone to ask if theyre okay. Listen to their fears and concerns. Empathize. Let them know you’re there for them. There is hope and optimism in community. In OUR community ❤️ We are here for each other.

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AFS Science Communication Section @afs-scicomm.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Upcoming AFS webinar: Employment Insecurity - Planning for Next Steps Thursday, February 27 at 2pm ET Registration information can be found in an email sent to all AFS members on 2/24.

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