The N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission is looking for commercial and recreational fishermen, scientists and others to advise them on various fisheries issues. Four regional advisory committees – Northeast, Central, Southeast and Inland – and four standing advisory committees – Crustacean, Shellfish, Finfish, and Habitat and Water Quality – review matters referred to them by the commission, such as draft fishery management plans, and then recommend management strategies.

Committees may also bring issues pertaining to their region or subject matter to the commission’s attention. Individuals interested in serving as advisers should be willing to attend meetings at least once every two months and actively participate in the committee process. Advisers are eligible to be reimbursed for travel and other expenses incurred in relation to their official duties.

The Marine Fisheries Commission chairman appoints members for three-year terms. Several terms will expire in January. Adviser applications are available online at http://www.ncfisheries.net/mfc/advisorforms.html, at Division of Marine Fisheries’ offices or by calling (252) 808-8022 or (800) 682-2632.

Applications should be returned by Nov. 1 to the N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries, P.O. Box 769, Morehead City, NC 28557, Attention: Lauren Morris.