Big news for salmon fishermen! Yesterday, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed Resolution 261 recognizing the month of September 2017 as “Alaska Wild Salmon Month” sponsored by Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski. By recognizing Alaska’s salmon economy is supported by wild salmon returning to Alaskan streams and rearing in Alaskan waters, the U.S. Senate understands salmon habitat...
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UFA Update: September 1, 2017
Registration is open for Pacific Marine Expo. NOV 16 – 18, 2017 – make your travel plans now! Job opening – UFA Executive Director – Deadline to apply – September 22, 5:00 P.M. Job announcement Job description & application instructions The Fall 2017 UFA meeting will be held September 25 – 27 at the Cook...
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Announcements! Texting winners + summer habitat
As you and other Alaska salmon fishermen grind through your last few weeks on the water or put your gear away for the season, United Fishermen of Alaska’s SHIP project has been busy compiling important information on policies and events that impact the health of our salmon fisheries. Here’s what’s inside: Texting sweepstakes winners announced...