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Report: Talks propose trading away key Tongass lands to Sealaska
The Sealaska Lands Bill would give 30 world-class hunting, fishing, and tourism destinations now in the public domain to the Sealaska Corporation. Eight of the 30 places that could be lost are described in a Southeast Alaska Conservation Council report, out today.
Permanent “Salmon in the Trees” Exhibit in Wrangell
This week, the Southeast community of Wrangell became home to a new permanent display of Amy Gulick’s “Salmon in the Trees” photography exhibit based on her book of the same title.
Electric Vehicle Conversion Class June 1-5 in Juneau!
Interested in converting an old vehicle to electric?? SEACC and the University of Alaska Southeast are co-hosting a class that will meet on evenings and the weekend covering theory and completing a full electric vehicle conversion.
Legislative Session Review
Daven Hafey, SEACC organizer, reflects on our work in the spring 2012 Alaska State legislative session.
"Collaboration" on the Tonka Timber Sale
The Tongass National Forest recently announced a soon to be released decision on the Tonka Timber Sale. The press release highlights collaboration and a sign of a new way of operating on the forest. Only problem is there was no collaboration we are aware of that went into reaching this decision.
Prince of Wales Whalefest and Beachcomber's Fun Fair
The Prince of Wales Whalefest and Beachcombers Fun Fair was held March 30-April 1 and was a great success. Approximately 600 people participated in a series of events on Prince of Wales Island.
How to get from Haines to Ketchikan, according to AK DOT
The Alaska Department of Transportation continues to undercut our ferry system and push irresponsible road projects. Comments to the Senate Transportation Committee are needed!
SEACC submits comments on the Draft Integrated (Energy) Resource Plan for Southeast Alaska
SEACC supports many aspects of the draft plan, including the focus on local hydro needs over export plans, but also argues for more investment in energy efficiency in our rural villages and a larger role for ground and air source heat pumps to meat space heating needs.
Join SEACC at the First Annual Southeast Alaska Sports & Rec Show
A Healthy Wilderness is a Healthy Harvest! Visit us at our booth and enjoy photos of folks enjoying wild foods of all kinds harvested right here in Southeast, make a donation to SEACC's work and receive a copy of our Southeast Alaska Seasonal Subsistence Calendar, and chat with our staff!
Will we be able to protect clean water in the future?
Under a bill (HB 168) currently under consideration in Alaska, any Alaskan trying to challenge a state permit would be required to post a bond or security to cover "[wages and benefits for employees and contractors] that may be lost if the industrial operation is wrongfully enjoined."
Pick Click and Give on your PFD
Three weeks left to apply for your permanent fund dividend check for you Alaskans. Consider giving to SEACC through the pick.click.give feature!
Groups Explore BioBrick Manufacturing Facility in Wrangell
A growing coalition of groups and businesses are working together to develop a biofuel manufacturing facility in the Southeast island community of Wrangell.
Action Alert: DOT Pushing Juneau Road Again!
Despite the 2009 federal court ruling, the state is back pushing the Juneau road. Your comments are needed to ensure a fair process is followed this time and ferries are properly considered.
Southeast Energy Plan Released for Public Comment
The draft plan--which is available for public comments through March 19th--recommends that Southeast should significantly increase demand side management and energy efficiency programs (and save the region about $137 million in 50 years), among other recommendations.
Alaska Coastal Management Ballot Initiative Hits the Streets
SEACC is supporting a citizen's initiative to restore Alaska's coastal management program, which expired this spring after several decades of successful operation. The program helps coordinate federal, state, and local permitting processes, and give local governments a voice in these decisions, helping address problems early and reduce the need for lawsuits.
Tongass Tourism Partners Highlighted
The January/February issue of Sierra Magazine includes a new advertisement we created to highlight our tourism partners on the Tongass. In addition to providing world-class experiences for visiting tourists, these businesses are advocating for and helping to create a sustainable economy in Southeast Alaska.
Tonka Timber Sale Comments Submitted
SEACC recently submitted comments on the proposed Tonka Timber Sale southwest of the community of Petersburg on the Lindenberg Peninsula of Kupreanof Island. The timber sale proposes to log between 25.2 and 53.4 million board feet of old-growth timber and would require the construction of 10 miles of of new roads.
