Members of the multiple commands found in Valdez, Alaska and their families had a chance to meet together for Coast Guard Day on Wednesday, August 4th.
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Field Guide to Common Marine Fishes and Invertebrates of Alaska
A great reference for the marine biologist, fisherman, or scuba diver. The excellent color photos, written descriptions, and extensive glossary work together to make this guide very easy to use.”—John Hilsinger, Director, Commercial Fisheries Division, Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Juneau, Alaska
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Springtime at Thompson Pass Alaska
Springtime at Thompson Pass Alaska
Alaska Subsistence Hunters Protest Duck Stamp Purchase Requirement
The Department of Interior (DOI) recently announced its intent to enforce a regulation that requires subsistence migratory waterfowl hunter to purchase and carry a federal duck stamp.
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A Sign of Springtime in Valdez Alaska
Caterpillar D7 bulldozer moving out snow from storage lot in Valdez to accelerate its melting. A sure sign of springtime in Valdez, Alaska.
Interior to Evaluate Influence of Arctic Drilling on Beaufort and Chukchi Seas
“As part of the Administration commitment to ensuring that offshore oil and gas decisions are based on science and sound information, the U.S. Geological Survey will examine and summarize what information is available about the Arctic and what knowledge gaps may exist regarding environmental sensitivities, including impending climate change, and other factors that would be considered in decisions about potential future development in the Chukchi and Beaufort Seas.”
Posted in Environment, Marine Ecosystems Tagged Arctic Alaska, Environment, Marine Wildlife, Oil Exploration, Oil Spill Leave a comment
Identification of Southeast Alaska Humpback Whales
The University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) has put together an extraordinary website were Humpback watchers can actually identify the individual whales that are being observed.
Time is Short to Comment on Proposed NOAA Arctic Vision and Strategy
The Arctic is experiencing some of the world’s most dramatic and rapidly evolving effects from climate change. Increasing air and ocean temperatures, thawing permafrost, loss of sea ice, and shifts in ecosystems are evidence of widespread and dramatic ongoing change. Critical environmental, economic, and national security issues are emerging that affect lives and livelihoods in coastal communities and inland areas across the region. NOAA’s diverse capabilities to address these emerging issues are the backbone of the strategy.