Knowledge = Protections
Alaska Anadromous Waters Catalog listings are what give fish habitat legal protection under Alaska state law, and the more streams that get added, the better protected Alaska's fisheries become. That is exactly Read More...
A Champion for Bristol Bay
Alaska Bristol Bay guide, lodge owner, and conservationist Nanci Morris Lyon has spent 20 years as one of the most devoted champions standing between Pebble Mine and the world's most extraordinary wild Read More...
Teaching the Joys of Flyfishing to the Next Generation
Youth fishing camp isn't just about catching fish. The Kenai Peninsula Chapter of Trout Unlimited's free weeklong summer program teaches middle schoolers the art of flyfishing while instilling a deeper appreciation for Read More...
A Record-Breaking Run
Kenai River sockeye count numbers like these do not come around often. When more than a hundred-thousand fish surge upriver day after day, it is a moment that reshapes seasons, memories, and Read More...
It All Flows Downstream
Nome Alaska is synonymous with gold, river valleys, and hard country, but its legacy runs far beyond town into headwaters like Nome Creek, a tributary of Beaver Creek, a wild and scenic Read More...
This Land is Your Land
Kenai River conservation is essential to protecting one of Alaska’s most beloved fisheries. From salmon runs that fill freezers to wild trout that lure anglers from around the world, the Kenai’s waters Read More...
An Alaska-Grown Solution to Safeguard Bristol Bay
To safeguard Bristol Bay from the ongoing threat posed by the proposed Pebble Mine, a new bill has been introduced in the Alaska Legislature. This legislation aims to permanently protect the world-class Read More...
Hunt, Fish, Stop Pebble
Pebble Mine remains one of the most controversial threats to Bristol Bay’s future. Explore how one Alaskan family’s connection to the land, their livelihood, and the salmon runs underscores what’s at stake Read More...
Helping the Next Generation of Hunters and Fishermen To Have a Say
The Alaska Federal Subsistence Board Policy and Procedures class is a unique program that trains young Alaskans to speak up for their fish, wildlife, and subsistence rights. With Read More...
Net Positive: One of the Most Important But Overlooked Tools
Catch and release nets are essential for protecting Alaska’s trout. Choose wisely and ensure every fish you release stays healthy. Discover the best nets and tips for responsible angling in this quick Read More...
River Restoration in Gold Country
Mining reclamation in Alaska has come a long way from simple cleanup. Today, it means restoring streams and habitats impacted by mining to full ecological function. BLM’s efforts in Gold Country show Read More...
Northern Pike: Blessing or Menace
Alaska pike are a thrilling sport fish—and a serious ecological threat in the wrong waters. While native in parts of the state, illegally introduced northern pike have devastated salmon and trout populations Read More...
Striving to Learn More About Steelhead
Steelhead fishing Alaska waters offers not just the thrill of the catch, but a deep connection to one of the most mysterious and revered fish in the North. What is it Read More...
Nuts and Bolts: Restoring Fish Habitat on a Remote Alaskan Island
Fish habitat restoration on Kuiu Island is no small task. With its remote location and rugged terrain, every project requires careful planning, strong partnerships, and creative problem-solving. Last summer, Trout Unlimited Read More...
Potential Changes to Alaska’s Fish-Friendly Water Laws
We Should All Be Paying Attention to Potential Changes to Alaska’s Fish-Friendly Water Laws. Changes could impact waters across Alaska. Story by Dave Atcheson & Photos by Trout Unlimited It seems like Read More...