The department conducts an annual fishery-independent shrimp pot survey in PWS. Survey results, along with harvest from the commercial and noncommercial fisheries, are used in a model to determine the annual total allowable harvest (TAH) of shrimp. Survey results indicate that...
“We work hard to build relationships that are rooted in trust,” she says, describing an approach often referred to as “moving at the speed of trust.” This philosophy has helped SalmonState cultivate a network of allies across Alaska, uniting diverse communities...
Finger Lake, a popular Mat-Su Valley fishery, has seen invasive northern pike appear In the water, though biologists haven't seen any juvenile pike recently. ...
SalmonState is encouraged by the depth, knowledge and importance of the testimony from western and Yukon River Alaskans experiencing devastating chum salmon declines, advocacy for Indigenous inclusion in the decision-making process, and a more respectful tenor to the meetings than there...
The intention of this restriction is an effort to achieve the Ninilchik River sustainable escapement goal (SEG), which has not been achieved in the last three consecutive years. Sport fishing in the Ninilchik River is open during the Memorial Day...
Additionally, from May 1 through June 30, the bag and possession limit for king salmon 20 inches or greater in length is two hatchery-produced fish. From July 1 through July 31, the bag and possession limit for king salmon 20 inches...
“King salmon stocks in Cook Inlet streams continue to experience a period of low productivity, and Eagle River is no exception. A section of the river has historically been open to fishing for king salmon for four 3-day weekends but continued...
The Anchor River king salmon escapements in recent years have been near the lower end of the sustainable escapement goal (SEG) and the goal has been missed in three of the last five years. The department updated the SEG to 3,200–6,400...
