About Us
The Oregon Coalition for Educating ANglers (OCEAN) began in 2003 when a group of anglers called the Salty Dogs met in the Rogue Pub in Newport Oregon to talk about ways they might help the fishing industry.
Our first “trade shows” were held at the Elks Lodge in Newport. We then graduated to the Coast Guard Armory and in 2012, we moved to the Oregon State Fairgrounds.
In 2004, the group incorporated as Oregon Coalition for Educating ANglers (OCEAN), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
OCEAN and the Saltwater Show need more dedicated people to serve on our board and help at the show. You don’t need to be an angler. If you are interested in conserving our ocean resources industry and have some skills, we’ll find a job for you.
Oregon Coalition for Educating ANglers (OCEAN) was incorporated in 2004 to educate marine anglers, support conservation of and research on sustainable marine fisheries, and to sponsor and promote activities to assist in marine fisheries management. In addition to these activities, we promote safety on the water through education. We are a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization.
Oregon Registry #: 25937798.
Randy Henry
President
Randy’s career in natural resource management includes communications for ODFW and the Marine Board where he retired as the Boating Safety Program Manager in 2022. Now he spends his time ocean fishing on his 30’ Great Alaskan built from scratch. He joined our board in 2024.
Marie Keene
Executive Manager
Marie has been a member of the board since 2009. She is the accountant for OCEAN and the Saltwater Show and handles marketing and trade show coordination as part of her duties.
Dana Roberts
Secretary
Dana has been involved for many years in helping restore / maintain Oregon’s Salmon and Steelhead runs. He is a retired State employee. He has served as 5-time President of Salem’s Northwest Steelheader Chapter and is a long time Chairman of Coastal Conservation Salem’s Banquet raffles/auctions. Dana joined our board in 2024.
Don G Baldi
Board Member
Don first joined OCEAN as a supporter and volunteer in 2012. As of 2024, he serves on the board where needed to further OCEAN’s mission. After retiring in 2010, he bought an ocean-capable boat and spends many days fishing and crabbing in Garibaldi and Newport.
Ed Keene
Past President
As one of the original Salty Dogs, Ed is a founding member of OCEAN. He served as President in 2005 and 2006 and from 2008 through 2012. Ed fishes the oceans and rivers whenever possible.
Lee Putman
Board Member
Lee is one of the original Salty Dogs and founders of OCEAN and Saltwater Sportfishing Show. Lee serves where ever needed.
Levi Braddock
Board Member
Levi believes people should have fun and catch fish or they stop fishing. When more people fish and spend dollars on sportfishing, it gives us leverage to influence fisheries management.
Alex hildebrandt
Board Member
Alex has been serving on the Board since October 2025, but her service goes back to working on ticket and raffle sales in 2022. Nowadays, though, she mostly works as the Kids’ Corner Committee head.
aarin Young
Board Member
Aarin believes that fishing and influencing ocean education should be at the forefront of residents in the Pacific Northwest. Originally from Hawaii, Aarin understands the importance of marine education, conservation, and sustainable marine practices.
Levi Braddock
Board Member
Levi believes people should have fun and catch fish or they stop fishing. When more people fish and spend dollars on sportfishing, it gives us leverage to influence fisheries management.