The American Fisheries Society (AFS), founded in 1870, is the oldest and largest professional society representing fisheries scientists. AFS promotes scientific research and enlightened management of resources for optimum use and enjoyment by the public. It also encourages a comprehensive education for fisheries scientists and continuing on-the-job training. The AFS publishes some of the world's leading fisheries research journals:



Transactions of the American Fisheries Society

North American Journal of Fisheries Management

North American Journal of Aquaculture (formerly The Progressive Fish Culturist)

The Journal of Aquatic Animal Health

Fisheries

AFS organizes scientific meetings where new results are reported and discussed. In addition to these primary functions, the Society has many other programs in areas such as professional certification, international affairs, public affairs and public information.



More than 100 chapters, divisions, student subunits, and sections carry out the mission of the society at the local, regional, and special interest level.



Chapters

The mission of Chapters within the American Fisheries Society is to advance Society goals by coordinating member activities related to information exchange, outreach, and aquatic stewardship within their geographic region, including coordinating with appropriate local, provincial, and state-level government and nongovernment agencies and organizations. Chapters serve member needs in local and provincial/state areas and represent those needs to the Division leadership.



The Texas Chapter of the American Fisheries Society was founded in 1975. Our present membership totals 216 individuals, including university professors and students, government agency personnel, and individuals from private enterprise and special interest groups. Membership is open to anyone interested in the progress of fisheries science and education, and the conservation and management of fisheries resources.