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Governor Walker Signs Alaska Wild Salmon Day Bill into Law

By Katie Marquette | Office of the Governor on May 9, 2016 Featured, State

JUNEAU – Governor Bill Walker signed HB 128 into law Sunday, establishing August 10 of each year as Alaska Wild Salmon Day. Governor Walker signed the bill at the 2016 Juneau Maritime Festival, an annual event that celebrates Juneau’s rich fishing industry with live music, food, and fun fish-themed activities for all ages. “Nearly all […]

Billy Frank Jr. to Be Inducted to Wild Salmon Hall of Fame

By Erin Mihlbachler | Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group on Aug 18, 2015 Featured, National

(Belfair, WA) On Saturday, October 10th, the Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group’s Salmon Center will honor the legacy of Billy Frank Jr., by inducting him into the Wild Salmon Hall of Fame. Billy Frank Jr.’s son, Willie Frank, will be accepting the award on his behalf. The inductees to the Wild Salmon Hall of Fame […]