Susitna River Coalition

06/10/2026

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources is currently considering changes to the state's instream flow reservation regulations that will make it increasingly difficult to reserve water for fish. At a time when climate change is putting increasing pressure on Alaska's salmon streams, we should be r...

06/10/2026

This past Saturday, 26 volunteers joined Susitna River Coalition and our partners at Caswell Lakes to help restore habitat at the outlet of Caswell Lake into Caswell Creek.

Together, participants planted approximately 750 native willow cuttings to stabilize streambanks, improve riparian habitat, and help protect a recent fish passage improvement project. Along the way, volunteers learned about fish passage and the important role streamside vegetation plays in supporting healthy aquatic ecosystems.

One of the highlights of the day was observing fish actively using the habitat, including longnose suckers and juvenile lamprey. This was such an exciting reminder of why restoration work matters.

Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time and energy, and to our partners at the Mat-Su Salmon Habitat Partnership, Alaska Department of Fish and Game, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Mat-Su Borough for making the project possible.

📸 Kyla McChargue

06/08/2026

06/06/2026

There’s still time to join us tomorrow, Saturday June 6 from 10am to 1Pm at Caswell Lakes for a community planting day

We’ll be planting native trees and shrubs along the shoreline to help improve habitat for salmon and wildlife while learning a little about the important role healthy streamside vegetation plays in our watershed.

Whether you’re a longtime volunteer or just looking for an excuse to spend a few hours outside, we’d love to have you join us. We’ll provide the plants, tools, light breakfast items, lunch, and good company—just bring weather-appropriate clothing and a willingness to get your hands dirty.

This is a family-friendly event, and no prior experience is necessary.

We hope to see you there!

See the Facebook Event Page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1025788509774358/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22groups_highlight_units%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

06/05/2026

Today, the Trump Administration announced an $89 million federal grant to support continued study of the proposed Terra Energy Center coal-fired power plant in the Susitna River watershed.

As SRC Executive Director Melis Coady noted:
"What we are seeing is a familiar pattern: private interests seeking public subsidies while Alaskans are left carrying the risk. Before more public money or public land is committed, Alaskans deserve clear answers about ownership, costs, infrastructure needs, and who actually benefits."

SRC will continue to follow developments related to the project and advocate for transparency, sound science, and informed public participation in decisions affecting the Susitna watershed.

Read the ADN article in full here: https://www.adn.com/business-economy/energy/2026/06/04/trump-administration-selects-proposed-coal-project-for-89-million-grant-in-susitna-river-watershed/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSPEwRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeXAgYTURbx7a0qprxSdM1AAkU1rieVzu_avKtVUud2-wzCoz0jxsrq3fhFe0_aem_KbdJwp54mjxl22FL7qugpw

The grant would help support an assessment of the viability of a large new coal-fired power plant.

06/04/2026

05/28/2026

Plants for Salmon returns Saturday, June 6 at Caswell Lake.

From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., volunteers will help plant native trees and shrubs to support salmon habitat and restore streambank conditions along the lake.

This is hands-on restoration work focused on improving habitat, stabilizing soils, and helping keep waterways healthy for future salmon runs.

Participants are encouraged to bring gloves and sturdy shoes. More informatio: https://www.susitnarivercoalition.org/plantsforsalmon or https://www.facebook.com/events/1025788509774358

05/20/2026