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OU’S MATTHEWS HONORED BY FISHERIES SOCIETY

Dr. William Matthews, Univer- Much of his research has focused on stream fishes in the
sity of Oklahoma professor emer- central U.S. that are heavily impacted by land use, fragmen-
itus of biology, received the Carl tation and climate change. His early work described the key
R. Sullivan Fishery Conservation factors, such as physiological tolerances, of prairie fishes that
Award at the 2018 American Fish- are critical for their survival in those harsh environments. This
eries Society (AFS) Annual Meet- work provided a foundation from which to assess how species
ing in Atlantic City, New Jersey. respond to water extraction and deterioration of water quality
The award, also known as the associated with the growing human population.
“Sully,” is presented to a person Matthews’ seminal article published in 1990 in Fisheries
or group for outstanding contribu- described how fishes in the Great Plains are at risk from
tions to the conservation of fishery increasing temperature. This work paved a way for thinking
resources that may be political, about how stream fishes are influenced by a warming environ-
legal, educational, scientific or ment. Equally important, he established long-term records of
managerial in scope. fish communities that continue to be used to assess temporal
“We applaud the distinguished contributions of Dr. Mat- changes in species abundance and distribution.
thews and thank him for his continuous efforts to further His legacy extends to the numerous students and profes-
the conservation of fishery resources,” AFS President Steve sionals who impact the field of fisheries conservation. He has
L. McMullin said. served as president of the American Society of Ichthyologists
Matthews’ influence on the conservation of stream fishes and was recently recognized for his service with the Joseph
through dedicated research, service and mentoring of students S. Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award. Additionally, his
has a span of over 40 years. His research, which has been dissem- conservation impact was recognized by the Southwestern
inated in numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and books, has Association of Naturalists with the George M. Sutton Con-
profoundly influenced many aspects of fisheries science. servation Award.

Outdoor Calendar FOR NEW UPDATES TO THE OUTDOOR CALENDAR,
PLEASE VISIT THE DEPARTMENT’S
WEBSITE: WILDLIFEDEPARTMENT.COM/CALENDAR.HTM

JANUARY 2019 FEBRUARY 2019
1 Entry period opens for 2019 Readers’ Photography Showcase, 2 Oklahoma City free fishing day, no city permit required.
click “Outdoor Oklahoma” at wildlifedepartment.com. 3 “Outdoor Oklahoma” TV, Timberland Quail Hunt, 8 a.m., OETA.
New Years Day, state offices closed. 4 Okla. Wildlife Conservation Commission meeting,
3 Public hearings on Title 800 rule change proposals, 7 p.m., 9 a.m., Oklahoma City.
Oklahoma City and McAlester, wildlifedepartment.com/ 10 “Outdoor Oklahoma” TV, Using Fire With Jack Waymire,
public-meeting. 8 a.m., OETA.
5 Oklahoma City free fishing day, no city permit required. 12 Sportsman’s Day, Oklahoma State Capitol.
6 “Outdoor Oklahoma” TV, Cross Timbers WMA prescribed fire, 13–14 OKNASP West State Shoots, State Fair Park, Oklahoma City.
8 a.m., OETA.
13 “Outdoor Oklahoma” TV, Fishing With Nate, 8 a.m., OETA. 17 “Outdoor Oklahoma” TV, Taxidermy, 8 a.m., OETA.
14 Okla. Wildlife Conservation Commission meeting, 9 a.m., 18 President’s Day, state offices closed.
Oklahoma City. 19 Okla. Striped Bass Assn. meeting, 7 p.m., Zebco, Tulsa,
Public Grand Opening Event, Wildlife Department Headquarters, (918) 639-8114
3-5 p.m., 1801 N. Lincoln, Oklahoma City. 20–21 OKNASP East State Shoots, Expo Square, Tulsa.
15 Noble Research Institute Class: “How to Use Prescribed Fire for 22–23 Illinois River Fly Fishing School by Patton Fly Fishing, Tenkiller
Wildlife and Livestock,” Coffey Ranch, Marietta, (580) 223-5810. State Park, enroll at (405) 613-6520.
16 Okla. Striped Bass Assn. meeting, 7 p.m., Zebco, Tulsa, 24 “Outdoor Oklahoma” TV, Lake Elmer Thomas/Trout,
(918) 639-8114. 8 a.m., OETA.
20 “Outdoor Oklahoma” TV, Goose Hunt/Duck Hunt, 8 a.m., OETA. 28 Oklahoma City trout season ends.
21 Martin Luther King Jr. Day, state offices closed. • Friends of NRA events info: www.FriendsOfNRA.org.
27 “Outdoor Oklahoma” TV, American Burying Beatle/Alligator Gar, • Ducks Unlimited events set in Edmond, Feb. 2; Mustang, Feb. 21;
8 a.m., OETA. Enid, Feb. 23. Info: www.ducks.org/events.
• Ducks Unlimited events set in Chandler Jan. 5; Kingfisher, Jan. 26. • National Wild Turkey Federation events set in Enid, Feb. 2; Arcadia,
Info: www.ducks.org/events. Feb. 9; Miami, Feb. 21; Elk City, Feb. 22; Talihina, Feb. 22; Atoka, Feb.
• Friends of NRA events info: www.FriendsOfNRA.org. 23; Hydro, Feb. 23; Norman, Feb. 28. Info: www.nwtf.org/events.
• National Wild Turkey Federation events set in Shawnee, Jan. 12; ** FOR HUNTING SEASON DATES, GO TO
Tulsa, Jan. 25; Wilburton, Jan. 26. Info: www.nwtf.org/events. WILDLIFEDEPARTMENT.COM/HUNTING/SEASONS **

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