AMHS Requests Proposals for Tustumena Replacement Vessel
(KETCHIKAN, Alaska)–Replacing the M/V Tustumena with a modern, efficient, ocean-class ferry is closer to reality as the Alaska Marine Highway…
Best Halibut Fishing Spots in Alaska
To say that Alaska is a dream-come-true of fishermen young and old is an understatement. “The Great Land” boasts fantastic…
Alaska Halibut Season Opens March 6
NOAA announces 2022 charter and commercial halibut management measures Pacific halibut season opens Sunday, March 6 statewide in Alaska, according…
Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star reaches southernmost navigable waters on Earth
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star (WAGB 10) approaches the edge of the Ross Ice Shelf while transiting in the…
Homer Man Rescued Clinging to Sea Ice Near Anchor Point Launch Saturday
Just after 11 am on Saturday morning, Alaska Wildlife Troopers were alerted that a man was clinging to a large…
U.S. Coast Guard, Navy host international exercise with Royal Canadian Navy
SEATTLE — The U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Navy, and Royal Canadian Navy concluded a two-day joint exercise on Feb.…
New Photos May Be First Visual Evidence Of North Pacific Right Whales Feeding In Bering Sea In Winter
Collaborative effort with fishermen confirms sighting of two rare whales. In early February, commercial fishermen spotted at least two…
Flame: Juneau, Alaska’s Wildlife Superstar
The Journey of a Tail To celebrate Whale Week (February 14-20, 2022), NOAA Fisheries is spotlighting a well-loved, school-bus-sized, seasonal…
Navy Announces Intent to Prepare Supplemental EIS/OEI for Gulf Training Activities
SILVERDALE, Wash — The U.S. Navy is preparing a Supplement to the December 2020 Gulf of Alaska (GOA) Navy Training…
M/V Tazlina Returns to the Northern Panhandle in February 2022 Passengers can now book tickets for sailings to six communities
(JUNEAU, Alaska) – The M/V Tazlina is crewed up and AMHS is taking reservations for travelers to northern panhandle communities, including…