SALEM — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is accepting applications to fill an open position on its Restoration and Enhancement Board.

The opening is for a representative of the public at large.

The deadline to apply is May 15. Application forms are available online at dfw.state.or.us/fish/RE/board.asp.

Candidates should be able to represent the public on a variety of fisheries issues. Knowledge of hatcheries, fishing access, fish habitat and water conservation is desirable.

Board members are appointed to four-year terms by the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission. The board meets two to four times a year at various locations around the state to review project funding requests, hear public testimony and conduct other business.