Protecting Wild Salmon: The summer issue of Nature Conservancy magazine explores important salmon ecosystem science in Bristol Bay. 

You're Invited! Join Us in Juneau!

On Feb. 10, please join  Conservancy staff and trustees at a community reception at Juneau's Hangar on the Wharf restaurant at 2 Marine Way from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Come and see how the Conservancy is helping to forge a new conservation vision in Southeast Alaska. 

Estuaries: Ecological Bridge to the Sea

Estuaries offer an ecological bridge where freshwater meets the saltwater of the sea. Check out this Q & A with Laura Baker, the Conservancy's marine conservation project manager, and learn how mapping coastal habitats in Southeast Alaska helps keep these 'nurseries' healthy. 

Alaska's Dovichin named to 'Top 40'

Erin Dovichin, associate state director for The Nature Conservancy in Alaska, was named to the 2010 'Top 40 Under 40' by the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce. Congratulations Erin!

Wild Salmon Discoveries in Bristol Bay

The Conservancy discovered more than 60 miles of previously undocumented salmon waters in Bristol Bay headwaters in the summer of 2009. Once included in the state inventory, these waters are protected by the most stringent safeguards currently available under Alaska state law. View a map of the 2009 results.

Rat Island Shows Signs of New Life

On Rat Island, the 2009 nesting season showed a sea change in bird life. Invasive rats have pillaged seabird nests here since they first spilled from a 1780's shipwreck that — except for the stowaway rats — left no survivors. Thanks to a restoration effort on this island in the Aleutians, birds are returning! View a slide show of new bird life at Rat Island.

Report: 'Why the Arctic Matters'

A 2009 report from Commonwealth North, "Why the Arctic Matters: America's Responsibilities as an Arctic Nation," calls for an Arctic agenda for Alaska and the nation. The 52-page report includes a recommendation that the "approach of The Nature Conservancy may be an excellent example" of how policy makers can achieve a balance between economy and environment in the Arctic.

Wildlife Wednesdays: Free Lecture Series

Join us for a series of seven Wildlife Wednesdays lectures. Feb. 10 features “Golden Eagles of Denali National Park." Carol McIntyre of the National Park Service presents a bird's-eye view on golden eagles in Denali National Park. (Followed by a visit with a live rehabilitated golden eagle from the Bird Treatment and Learning Center.) All presentations begin at 7 pm at the Alaska Zoo Gateway Education Building at 4731 O'Malley Road in Anchorage. This free monthly series continues through April.

New Field Office on Prince of Wales Island

Michael Kampnich of Craig is Prince of Wales Field Representative for The Nature Conservancy in Alaska. Kampnich is a commercial fisherman and is the former harbormaster in Craig. Contact the field office in Craig at 907-826-2100.

Tongass: From Conflict to Conservation

In the largest intact temperate rainforest remaining in the world, the Tongass Futures Roundtable is charting a sustainable future. Learn how the roundtable is building fresh relationships where there was once only bitter conflict.

Alaska and the Campaign for a Sustainable Planet

Alaska has a vital role in the Campaign for
a Sustainable Planet, the most ambitious
conservation effort ever undertaken. Fifty years ago, Alaska sought statehood in
large part to protect its extraordinary salmon fisheries. As we celebrate our state’s golden anniversary, what legacy will we leave for the next 50 years?
View the Alaska Campaign for a Sustainable Planet booklet.

Growing the Green Restoration
Economy in Alaska's Tongass

Restoring the forests and streams of the Tongass National Forest ensures healthy salmon and wildlife habitat for the future while providing jobs in rural communities. A new study commissioned by The Nature Conservancy, "An Assessment of the Economic Impact of Forest Restoration Efforts in Southeast Alaska," reports that Tongass National Forest restoration projects employed more than 150 workers in 2007.

Salmon Country

Watch a showcase of videos featuring Conservancy work from Alaska to California to revive threatened salmon.
Dive In

In the News

The Bristol BayTimes explores the potential of Alaska ShoreZone, winner of a 2009 Coastal America award.

Koliganek Natives LTD creates a salmon reserve with help from the Conservancy, the Bristol BayTimes reports.

The Juneau Empire reports on the Conservancy's $2,500 pledge for a 'snapshot' of second-growth timber on the Tongass to help transition away from old-growth logging.

The Alaska Public Radio Network features the Conservancy's support for the Alaska ShoreZone program.

Read about how the Conservancy is helping the Tongass transition to a green, restoration economy in the Seattle Times.

A new Klawock River salmon passage and restoration project brings jobs to Prince of Wales Island.

Nature Conservancy magazine reports on salmon ecosystem science in Bristol Bay.

Photos from the Field

See the Conservancy and its partners in action across Alaska in this slideshow.

The success of the Conservancy relies on the support of people like you. Also, consider contributing to The Nature Conservancy in Alaska by signing up for monthly giving.

Places We Conserve

Protecting wild salmon habitat. Restoring seabird habitat. Sustaining forests and estuaries. Get details about conservation in Alaska.

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The Alaska chapter of The Nature Conservancy celebrates 20 years of conservation!

Learn more about our conservation successes and read stories from members!

 

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