One of the oldest and most-cherished conservation and sport fishing advocacy organizations in the Pacific Northwest, the Association of Northwest Steelheaders was founded in 1960. The Steelheaders mission is “anglers dedicated to enhancing and protecting fisheries and their habitats for today, and our vision is “responsible and enjoyable sport angling with good access to healthy, abundant and sustainable fisheries in Northwest’s healthy watersheds.” ANWS serves all residents of the Pacific Northwest who value strong salmon and steelhead runs, clean water, and the sport of angling.
