Alaska Marine Community Coalition

10/12/2026

The Alaska Center (local-to-Anchorage nonprofit with a mission to “empower Alaskans to take bold action to protect our climate, our salmon, and the health of our communities”) is inviting all to come eat, drink, and dig into the powerful connections between our climate, our energy system, and the health of our democracy this week.

Join them at 49th State Brewing for a Thursday evening of food, drinks, and conversation with Zach Brown, PhD, as he traces the links between fossil fuels and the corruption of our democracy—and how that is all changing as renewable energy sweeps the globe.

https://akcenter.org/event/fighting-for-the-climate-in-an-oil-state-a-2300-mile-journey-from-science-to-action/

Join us at 49th State Brewing for an evening of food, drinks, and conversation with Zach Brown, PhD, as he traces the links between fossil fuels and the corruption of our democracy—and how that is all changing as renewable energy sweeps the globe.

10/10/2026

Head to the AMCC blog to find out about NOAA Fisheries recently announcing a national set of agency priorities to strengthen the competitiveness of American seafood.

For Alaska, several of NOAA’s priorities could have implications for how fisheries are managed, how fishermen participate in research, how bycatch and habitat are addressed, and how fishing businesses and communities access federal support.

https://www.akmarine.org/post/what-noaa-s-new-fisheries-reform-priorities-could-mean-for-alaska



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10/08/2026

Are you a creative with ties to Alaska fisheries?

Submit to the Alaska Young Fishermen’s Almanac, vol. 4 by November 15.



https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScIiBn58i-xtu8oS9rYdP9SDyr7hA9Wfdv0G-z5gr9tP8C3iA/viewform

10/07/2026

Happy Seafood Month!

How do YOU celebrate this season?

We provided a few ideas but please drop us a line in the comments and let us know how you’ll celebrate seafood this October.

10/06/2026

Registration is open for the 2026 National Future Fishermen Summit and we will be there with bells on! 🔔✨ That's still a thing, right?

Thanks to event sponsors Gulf of America Reef Fish Shareholders' Alliance, New England Young Fishermen's Alliance, Maine Coast Fishermen's Association, Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen's Alliance, and the Commercial Fisheries Center of Rhode Island.

Be sure to register for Pacific Marine Expo in order to access the event venue (this is free if completed prior to the day of event). See you there!

Registration is open for the 2026 National Future Fishermen Summit! The Shareholders' Alliance is a proud co-founder of NFFC and sponsor of the Summit. Commercial fishermen and fishing organizations from across the country will come together to build connections, exchange practical knowledge on the needs and opportunities of fishing communities, and strengthen the future of the U.S. commercial fishing industry. The registration link is in the comments.

10/02/2026

🗳️ Alaska’s 2026 General Election is approaching, and fisheries are on the ballot.

Fish First, Party Second has released a new nonpartisan Election Guide to help Alaskans prepare to vote.

Inside the Guide::
🐟 Important registration and voting deadlines
🐟 Governor, U.S. House, and U.S. Senate candidate profiles
🐟 Candidate responses to our fisheries questionnaire
🐟 Ten key issues affecting Alaska’s fisheries and fishing communities
🐟 Links to fisheries debates, voter resources, and more

The deadline to register or update your voter information is Sunday, October 4.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3.

🌊✨Healthy fisheries and strong fishing communities depend on informed Alaskans showing up and making their voices heard. Learn about the candidates, understand the issues, make a voting plan, and encourage your family, crew, and community to vote.

Read and share the 2026 Election Guide:
www.akmarine.org/fishfirst

Fish First, Party Second does not endorse or oppose candidates or political parties.

09/30/2026

Today we’re clarifying a few details on the Alaska Young Fishermen’s Almanac, vol. 4. Submissions are open now!

🌊Namely - you don’t have to be from Alaska or living in Alaska to submit. We’re celebrating Alaska and realize that many have adventured up here and hold a magical slice or story.

🌊You can be any age to submit to the Alaska Young Fishermen’s Almanac.

🌊Deadline is November 15, please consider sharing to your communities far and wide.

Thanks AMCC community! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScIiBn58i-xtu8oS9rYdP9SDyr7hA9Wfdv0G-z5gr9tP8C3iA/viewform

09/25/2026

Alaska’s fisheries are an immensely important part of this year’s election conversation. As Alaskans, commercial fishermen, and coastal community members, we encourage you to learn where candidates stand on fisheries issues as you develop your voting plan for the November 3 general election.

In our latest newsletter, you’ll find out more about:

🗳️ How to get ready to vote
🕘 Prep for the October Council Meeting
📣 Arctic Report Card Update
🌊 NOAA’s New Priorities
🤩 An opportunity with the Local Catch Network
📸 How to Submit to our 2nd Annual Photo Contest
🌈 How to Submit an Original Work to Vol. 4 of the Alaska Young Fishermen’s Almanac
✨ And much more!

Sign up here to receive it directly. https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/7zWA6n1/becomeamember?__cf_chl_tk=NMKrF7bOUcuCOmzw7IaTs7bmbSMpJ8ZAcpyRXAxkB.M-1742511321-1.0.1.1-EMJ3yFOjae_w2gQlVE4wuW8kTwW_Db9jnlIFh9RuVHI

Or to enjoy this month’s publication. https://conta.cc/3TN2ZRg


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09/19/2026

Our friends over at Local Catch Network will be launching a hands-on QuickBooks workshop this fall designed specifically for those managing the financial records of commercial fishing businesses.

The workshop is open to commercial harvesters, seafood business owners, captains, and any other individuals who are responsible for the financial records of a fishing or aquaculture operation. No accounting or QuickBooks experience required.

Follow the link for more details!

Local Catch Network will be launching a hands-on QuickBooks workshop this fall designed specifically for those managing the financial records of commercial fishing businesses. The workshop is open to commercial harvesters, seafood business owners, captains, and any other individuals who are responsi...