Alaska Marine Community Coalition

08/21/2026

Yes! You heard it correctly!

Our Fish First, Party Second nonpartisan voter education campaign compiled just TEN ISSUES relevant to fisheries here in Alaska.

And it’s all still relevant! With November’s general election around the corner - we want YOU to be informed on the issues that matter most to Alaska.

Broken down into ten separate pdfs that you can print, download, or share with your own communities - we’ve highlighted the TOP TEN ISSUES that define why fisheries matters.

Enjoy today’s feature WORKING WATERFRONTS & SHORESIDE INFRASTRUCTURE.

https://www.akmarine.org/ffps-working-waterfronts

OR https://www.akmarine.org/fishfirst for the entire FFPS website!

08/20/2026

📩Mail day! From a fresh analysis on overdose prevention in the commercial fishing industry to an introduction to Upwelling - AMCC’s new Substack, to an invitation to host a Fisheries Debate Watch Party—our August e-news is out to our subscribers.

Catch up on the issues that matter most to Alaska’s working waterfronts and coastal communities.

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/4zqBHjF

08/19/2026

The Alaska Fisheries Debates are around the corner! This is a chance to hear candidates address the many issues facing Alaska’s fisheries and fishing communities.

Consider hosting a Fisheries Debate Watch Party! We’ve put together an entire toolkit (link below) just for you. Easy instructions, inspiration, recipes (obviously), and a bingo card to make planning and hosting just the right amount of fun.

Share a photo of your watch party or bingo card and tag AMCC on Facebook or Instagram for a chance to win prizes!

https://www.akmarine.org/ffps-fisheries-debates

08/18/2026

It's that day Alaska - PRIMARY ELECTION DAY!

You are prepared. You are ready. Perhaps you've already voted?? Well done. ❤💗💙 If not, be sure to head to the polls today, August 18, 7am to 8pm.

⚓ Not sure where to go? myvoterportal.alaska.gov

⚓ Not sure why it's so important this year? The decisions made by elected leaders shape access, markets, science, habitat, infrastructure, and the long-term strength of our fisheries.

⚓ For more details and the links to everything you might need, visit the Fish First, Party Second website (link in bio).

Happy voting!

08/15/2026

Happy weekend to our AMCC community! Whether you’re at fish camp, on the boat, or even at home in the forest - we’re feeling grateful for our Alaska home today… and all the days. 💖



📸: Photo courtesy of D. Williams.

08/14/2026

Don’t forget that the Fish First, Party Second nonpartisan voter education campaign compiled just TEN ISSUES relevant to fisheries here in Alaska.

Broken down into ten separate pdfs that you can print, download, or share with your own communities - we’ve highlighted the issues that define why fisheries matters.

Enjoy today’s feature CLIMATE RESILIENCE & CHANGING OCEAN CONDITIONS.

https://www.akmarine.org/ffps-climate

OR https://www.akmarine.org/fishfirst for the entire FFPS website!

08/14/2026

Did you miss our early summer webinar where we invited a few of our favorite colleagues to discuss Alaska fisheries? No worries, you can still watch the recording. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3cHQqGRWH4

Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy this nonpartisan fisheries conversation. Then be sure to vote in the primary election next week! Details on our Fish First, Party Second website. https://www.akmarine.org/fishfirst

Thanks again to our fantastic panelists and moderator-extraordinaire!

Homer Charter Association Alaska Longline Fishermen's Association - ALFA Alaska Bering Sea Crabbers Alaska Boats & Permits, Inc. Julie Kavanaugh Cory Lescher Michelle Stratton

Fish First, Party Second is a nonpartisan resource for Alaska voters to understand fisheries issues and engage candidates to make informed ballot decisions.

08/13/2026

Life jackets STILL AVAILABLE!

Stop by Alaska Boats and Permits today to get your kiddo fitted for the right size. When you’re out fishing, snap a pic, and tag us so that we can celebrate!

⚓3808 Ben Walters Ln
🕐 Monday - Friday | 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Available sizes:
🛟 Infant (less than 50 lbs)
🛟 Infant/Child (33 - 55 lbs)
🛟 Youth (55 - 88 lbs)
🛟 Teen/Adult

We are proud to collaborate with Alaska Boats & Permits, Inc. and the Homer Charter Association on the Safe Fishing Families Initiative.

This is a community effort to provide free life jackets to children in Homer. A giant applause and thank you to the The Homer Foundation for funding this incredible project.

08/12/2026

Primary Election day here in Alaska is right around the corner! Let us know if you have any questions, or visit our Fish First, Party Second website to learn more information.

www.akmarine.org/fishfirst