Yukon River Inter-Tribal Watershed Council

Yukon River Inter-Tribal Watershed Council The YRITWC is an international organization with 501(c)(3) non-profit status in the United States and Societal Status in Canada.

The Yukon River Inter-Tribal Watershed Council is an Indigenous grassroots organization, consisting of 70 First Nations and Tribes, dedicated to the protection and preservation of the Yukon River Watershed. As a coalition of sovereign Tribal and First Nation governments, we were founded in 1997 by a group of 56 chiefs and elders who gathered in Galena, Alaska, to discuss their concern about increa

sed cancers and other health problems in human communities and game species within the Yukon River watershed. From this gathering and based on these concerns, the Watershed Council was formed to restore the River and to protect it from further contamination. The long-term vision—and the guiding light for the organization—was articulated by those Tribal leaders at the historic 1997 Summit that birthed the Watershed Council: to once again drink clean water directly from the Yukon River as our ancestors did for thousands of years before us. This is currently not possible without suffering significant health impacts due primarily to industrial and military contamination, mining, and poor municipal solid waste and waste water management. Today, 73 Indigenous governments within the watershed are actively participating in the coalition through the signing and enactment of an Inter-Tribal Accord that governs the YRITWC and gives each signatory government a seat on our Board of Directors. Noting that the indigenous communities are all connected and have a common interest in protecting the watershed, the Accord commits the signatories to cooperate and consult with each other on all actions that could affect the environmental and cultural integrity of the region while respecting the inherent sovereignty of each individual Tribe and First Nation.

Internship notice! If you're 18+ and interested in this opportunity, email ibrondz@yritwc.org to apply for this position...
05/14/2026

Internship notice! If you're 18+ and interested in this opportunity, email [email protected] to apply for this position.

Hello All,Please join us for our free online Water Quality Training.This training covers how to prepare for water sampli...
05/04/2026

Hello All,

Please join us for our free online Water Quality Training.

This training covers how to prepare for water sampling using the Hanna Meter and YSI Meter, follow state regulations, measure key indicators such as temperature and dissolved oxygen, and collect samples for further analysis. Our training walks you through the basics, from water chemistry to equipment use and correct sample submission!

This Earth Week, give your nervous system a break and deepen your connection with your local woods through the timeless ...
04/24/2026

This Earth Week, give your nervous system a break and deepen your connection with your local woods through the timeless practice of forest bathing.

Composting in Alaska (Quick Guide)Why do it?Cuts household wasteImproves poor or rocky soilHelps gardens grow in a short...
04/24/2026

Composting in Alaska (Quick Guide)
Why do it?
Cuts household waste
Improves poor or rocky soil
Helps gardens grow in a short season
Reduces landfill methane

For more additional information, click this link below.
https://www.epa.gov/recycle/composting-home

Happy Earth Day from YRITWC! We are committed to helping you improve your local environmental conditions any way we can ...
04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day from YRITWC! We are committed to helping you improve your local environmental conditions any way we can within our capacity. Let's work together to make every day Earth Day!

Turn everyday “waste” into something useful by making homemade bird feeders from a milk jug and an egg carton. It’s an e...
04/22/2026

Turn everyday “waste” into something useful by making homemade bird feeders from a milk jug and an egg carton. It’s an easy way to reuse materials, reduce trash, and give birds a little extra support.

Remember to refill your feeders daily or every other day, and take a moment to look up which bird seeds are best for the species in your area

Here's the registration for in-person Water Quality Training!
04/20/2026

Here's the registration for in-person Water Quality Training!

Join a hands-on water quality monitoring workshop with the Yukon River Inter-Tribal Watershed Council Learn and share practical insights on the full process, from field sampling to data preservation Event Address: 201 E 3rd Ave, Suite 100 When: May 5th - 7th, 2026 Contact us at (907) 258-3337 or Emu...

Curious about your river or have local water concerns?Water sampling is a hands-on way to learn what's happening in your...
04/20/2026

Curious about your river or have local water concerns?

Water sampling is a hands-on way to learn what's happening in your river-measuring key indicators like temperature and dissolved oxygen, and collecting samples for further analysis. Our training walks you through the basics, from water chemistry to using equipment and submitting samples correctly.

YRITWC has been supporting community-led monitoring for nearly 30 years, providing tools, guidance, and support to help you make a real impact.

Happy Earth Week! Stay tuned for more ideas to enjoy the Spring weather and celebrate our Earth in the coming days 🌏
04/20/2026

Happy Earth Week! Stay tuned for more ideas to enjoy the Spring weather and celebrate our Earth in the coming days 🌏

Address

201 E 3rd Avenue
Anchorage, AK
99501

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+19072583337

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