Mat-Su Basin Salmon Habitat Partnership

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Want to be more involved in the Mat-Su Basin Salmon Habitat Partnership? Join the Steering Committee!

Three Upcoming Vacancies on the Mat-Su Basin Salmon Habitat Partnership Steering Committee.

The Steering Committee is the guiding body for the Partnership which brings together over 65 organizations and individuals who share a vision of thriving salmon, healthy habitats, and vibrant communities in the Mat-Su. The 10 person Steering Committee ensures that the Partnership follows guidelines set forth by the National Fish Habitat Partnership and achieves goals set out in the Mat-Su Salmon Partnership 2019 Addendum to the Strategic Action Plan.

The Partnership is currently accepting applications for two at-large seats, and one local government seat. To learn more about the operations of the Partnership see Mat-Su Salmon Partnership Structure and Operations Framework, and contact the Partnership coordinator with questions or to be put in touch with a Steering Committee member.

If you are interested, send a letter explaining why you want to join the Steering Committee and what you can do to help the Partnership achieve its goals.  Send the letter to Jessica Speed (jessica.speed@tu.org) by May 1st, 2024.

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Angler Conservation Funding Opportunity!

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.

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Deadline Extended! Call for Proposals: National Fish Habitat Partnership FY25 Project Funding!

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

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Another Successful Summer Site Tour

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.

 

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Registration and Call for Abstracts are Open!

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.

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