As you and other Alaska salmon fishermen get into the full swing of pre-seaon prep, we’re scanning the horizon for policies and events that impact the health of our salmon fisheries. Here are the top 5 salmon habitat items on deck right now: 2 items need your attention today 2 are events we invite you to...
Category: Salmon Habitat
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Keeping salmon streams clean and clear
This month, the State of Alaska is asking about the best process for keeping salmon streams clean and clear. Outstanding National Resource Water (ONRW) designation is the highest water quality protection available under federal law. It prohibits human-caused pollution that would degrade water quality. States are federally-mandated to have a process to consider nominations for ONRW waterbodies. Alaska does...
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Transboundary mining up in House Fisheries Thursday
Commercial fishermen like you can weigh in right now to ensure transboundary river water quality remains high and fisheries support our fleets for generations to come. Large mines at the headwaters of our major transboundary fish rivers can impact essential habitat for Alaska’s salmon and other fisheries.