Alaska Longline Fishermen's Association (ALFA)
9/2/10: Research: SWSAT13 and 15 update 8/28/10: Research: SWSAT13 and 15 update 8/23+24/10: Research: SWSAT13 and 15 update 8/22/10: Research: SWSAT13 update 8/21/10: Research: SWSAT13 update 7/12/10: Sablefish: 2010 Chatham Sablefish Quota 6/24/10: Man. Agency News Rel.: NPFMC Newsletter 6/18/10: Man. Agency News Rel.: Observer Program Council 6/11/10: Research: SWSAT12 update Interested in signing up for ALFA's new "e-newsletter" option? Please take a moment to complete this short survey by following the link: Survey |
Recent PostsResearchers Jan Straley, Russ Andrews, and John Moran tagged 4 sperm whales last week off the Spencer Spit. Current position of these whales (as of 8/20) are shown in the figures below (click on the images for a larger version). One whale was last sighted off Table Bay in Chatham Strait. The tags are clearly visible on the dorsal fin of the whales. Fishermen are encouraged to take pictures of these whales and check the website for updates on the position.
Chatham Sperm Whale (PDF file)
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The Board and Members of the Alaska Longline Fishermen Association extend their deepest sympathy to the families, friends, and colleagues of the deceased crew of Coast Guard MH-60 6017: Lt. Sean D. Krueger, AMT1 Adam C. Hoke, and AMT2 Brett M. Bankshttp://www.uscgalaska.com/go/doc/780/474403/
Alaska Longline Fishermen's Association (ALFA) is a non-profit association of independent commercial longline vessel owners and crewmembers who are committed to continuing the sustainable harvest of sablefish, halibut, and groundfish, while supporting healthy marine ecosystems and strong coastal communities through resource stewardship and participation in federal, state, and local forums.
We invite you to browse through our website to learn who we are, how you can get involved in ALFA's activities, what species we are interested in, who we partner with and how we help Alaskan coastal communities.
