Author: Angela Denning, CoastAlaska

Southeast back to an average harvest goal for king salmon after last year’s low

Fishermen in Southeast Alaska will be able to harvest about 70,000 more king salmon this season than last year.

State designates Southeast Conference as Regional Planning Organization

“There’s really not a formal seat at the table for regional communities such as we have in Southeast Alaska,” said Southeast Conference Executive Director Robert Venables. “So, this is kind of a little bit of a new thing, and this RPO will allow the communities to have a formal seat at the table.”

Pink salmon harvests in Southeast Alaska surprisingly low

The commercial salmon season in Southeast Alaska is mostly done. And while managers say enough fish made it to most spawning grounds, commercial harvests were low for most species. Pink salmon – the bread and butter for some fishermen – were much lower than predicted.

Alaska fathers share different approaches to being a dedicated dad

People across the country will celebrate Father’s Day on June 15.

New online tool for subsistence users in Southeast Alaska

The new online subsistence dashboard includes data on sockeye fisheries monitoring as well as wildlife regulatory changes and boundaries. There are live maps to help harvesters better navigate current regulations.