“Hunters and anglers have long been central to conserving wildlife and habitat in this country – funding conservation and supporting science-based management – and these actions help reinforce that legacy,” said Joel Pedersen, president and CEO for the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership. “We appreciate the Department...
The Alaska Department of Fish & Game, Boards Support Section is soliciting nominations for the 2025-2026 Advisory Committee Recognition Program. Excellence in Service awards are made to current and former advisory committee members who demonstrate exemplary service in helping to manage...
"The intention of this closure is to allow spot shrimp abundance in Kasaan Bay and Skowl Arm to rebuild to levels that allow sustainable harvest for all user groups. This closure will remain in effect for the 2026 season and will...
“Public input is important to the Division as we finalize the Statewide Stocking Plan for 2026,” Statewide Stocking Coordinator Marley Loomis, said. “The Division commits a significant portion of the annual budget toward stocking fish throughout the state. Hearing from anglers...
"Big Lake is one of my favorite places in Alaska, and ... uniquely harbors tro- phy-class Arctic char. With abundant salmon runs that enter the lake from Cook Inlet to Fish Creek to Big Lake and onward, this brings a lot...
“There were no objections because no one, particularly in Alaska, even knew this was happening,” said Jackie Arnaciar Boyer of SalmonState. “The MSC doesn’t reach out to potentially affected communities or groups for review or comment. The MSC certification process includes extremely...
