GLSC technicians Olivia Mitchinson and Jacob Bulich (Oswego, NY) were recently invited to share their expertise on spring prey fish research at the Lake Ontario Fisheries Biology for Anglers Workshop on March 22, 2025, hosted by NY Sea Grant at State University of New York at Oswego (SUNY Oswego).Mitchinson and Bulich led hands-on demonstrations of aging alewife through otolith extraction, offering local professional and recreational anglers a unique opportunity to engage with essential fishery research practices. Their presentation highlighted key techniques used during the annual Spring Prey Fish Cruise, a critical survey conducted by the Lake Ontario Biological Station and partner agencies. This survey provides vital data on the life history and age structure of prey fish populations—information that directly informs sustainable fisheries management.The workshop also featured a presentation by Dr. Nick Sard (SUNY Oswego), who shared his groundbreaking genetic research on Chinook Salmon and Coregonines, conducted in partnership with USGS, partner agencies and Lake Ontario charter captains.By collaborating with NY Sea Grant and SUNY Oswego, GLSC continues to play a vital role in advancing fisheries science and fostering connections with the angling community.