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Greetings!
The Washington Fish & Wildlife Commission will meet August 13–15 in Long Beach, and if you've been thinking about speaking up for wildlife, we'd love to help you prepare.
Please join Washington Wildlife First and the Northwest Animal Rights Network (NARN) for a free virtual workshop on Monday, August 10, from 6:00–7:00 p.m., where we'll cover everything you need to know to participate in the Commission meeting (registration required). Whether you plan to testify in person or via Zoom—or are simply curious about how the process works—we'll explain how to register, offer practical tips for delivering effective testimony, and answer any questions you may have.
One of the biggest challenges facing wildlife at Commission meetings isn't simply disagreement—it's that the Commission often hears repeatedly from the same interests demanding more exploitation of wildlife, while the many Washingtonians who value wildlife protection remain underrepresented. Public testimony helps ensure the Commission hears from people who care about coexistence, conservation, and responsible wildlife stewardship. Every new voice helps paint a more complete picture of the values Washingtonians want reflected in wildlife policy.
Fish & Wildlife Commission Testimony Prep Workshop
Monday, August 10, 6:00–7:00 p.m. (Zoom)
Register HERE
This month's Commission meeting is expected to include discussion of proposed changes to the rule governing the killing of wolves attacking domestic animals and Washington's endangered, threatened, and sensitive species classifications; as well as a commission decision on the protected classification for the state-endangered streaked horned lark. We'll discuss these and other topics during the workshop and provide attendees with talking points to help prepare their testimony.
If you've testified before, we hope you'll consider joining us as well. Your experience and advice can be incredibly valuable to people preparing to testify for the first time. And if you're still undecided about speaking at the August meeting, the workshop is a great opportunity to learn more about the Commission, connect with fellow wildlife advocates, and discover new ways to get involved.
We'll also send another email this Friday, when we expect the Commission agenda to be released, with additional information about the meeting, our talking points, and opportunities to participate.
We hope you'll join us on August 10 and help ensure wildlife has a stronger voice at the Commission table.
For wild lives,
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