The NOAA Fisheries Office of Habitat Conservation and the Recreational Fisheries Initiative are seeking to identify and support projects within coastal Fish Habitat Partnerships (FHPs) that protect or restore habitat AND engage recreational fishing partners.
Read full request for proposals here.
Proposals are due by April 15th, 2024
Find summaries of FY23 funded projects – including one in the Mat-Su, here.
The Mat-Su Basin Salmon Partnership is now accepting proposals for funding through the National Fish Habitat Partnership! Salmon habitat related projects must address the conservation activities and priorities identified in the Partnership’s 2019 Addendum to the Strategic Action Plan.
The deadline for Applications has been extended to February 27th, 2024. All applicants are encouraged to discuss their proposal with the Partnership Coordinator. Contact jessica.speed@tu.org.
With the passage of the America’s Conservation (ACE) Act through the National Fish Habitat Partnership, there are newer timelines and modifications to the request for proposals (RFP). For instance, individual projects must meet a 1:1 non-federal match (cash or in-kind) requirement – with the exception of Tribes, who are exempt. Please read the guidelines carefully and note that we are continuing to transition to the new law guiding the National Fish Habitat Partnership program.
Scroll down this page to learn about some of the past funded projects
Photo credit: Michelle Beadle/Trout Unlimited
Using Big Lake as a case study, on August 22nd, 13 presenters over five stops, highlighted some of the challenges and solutions to maintaining water quality and the integrity of fish habitat while growth continues in this recreational hotspot for fishing and watersports. Thanks to the 40 people who took the time to come out!
Learn more on the Partnership website.
Please join us for the 16th annual Mat-Su Salmon Science and Conservation Symposium! The Symposium is a forum to share information on Mat-Su Basin watersheds, salmon, and salmon habitat, promoting an exchange of ideas about salmon science and conservation.
Find more information on the 2023 Symposium webpage and register here.
Contact jessica.speed@tu.org with questions.
Aquatic invasive species can have significant impacts on salmon and their habitat. Elodea, a freshwater plant, and Northern pike are two such species that immediately threaten salmon in the Mat-Su Basin. Local residents can do a lot to help minimize the spread and negative effectives of aquatic invasive species.
Come join the Mat-Su Elodea Task Force and partners for the Elodea Rodeo. Learn more about where Elodea is in Big Lake, why it’s a problem, how to identify Elodea, and what you can do to help prevent its spread. Noon to 6pm on July 21st at Big Lake North State Recreation Site.
For more information contact the Mat-Su Elodea Task Force at:
jjablonski@ttcd.org
(907)278-1024
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