Oregon Anglers Research Society (OARS) is an all-volunteer group founded to bring together the most recent scientific fisheries research and the general public. 

Many positive scientific studies are being considered, or have been published in journals that only fisheries researchers read.  These studies remain unexplored, with only the negative reaching the media. 

Our main objective is to make fishing and conservation work together in harmony.  All the citizens of Oregon will benefit.

OARS is a non-profit corporation registered in the state of Oregon.

OARS MISSION

We promote sustainable fisheries through education and scientific research.

OARS GOALS

• OARS will gather scientific research reports that promote recovery , conservation, and mitigation of both game fish and other aquatic and marine species.
• OARS will disseminate this information through its web site, published articles, group meetings, public workshops, etc.
• OARS will also publicize new fishing techniques, identification of species, and equipment that can reduce mortality of released species, particularly those listed as threatened or endangered.
• OARS will participate in research that can aid recovery and conservation of sport fish species.
• OARS will award grants that can further sport fishing and the recovery of depleted stocks through research and education.