Public Hearing Announcement on 2026 Kuskokwim River Salmon Management

ANCHORAGE, Alaska – The Federal Subsistence Board will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed regulation changes to conserve Kuskokwim River Chinook and Chum salmon. The proposed Temporary Special Action includes gear restrictions and a closure to Chinook and Chum salmon harvest in the Kuskokwim River mainstem and select tributaries effective June 1, 2026 to July 31, 2026. The proposed action for review can be found online at https://www.doi.gov/subsistence/pending-special-actions. 

Please call in to the public hearing and share your comments or concerns. 

At this time, closures and gear restrictions are being proposed.  However, the federal in-season manager will consider announcing gillnet fishing opportunities for federally qualified subsistence users after evaluating conservation needs and consulting with partners.

PUBLIC HEARING BY TELECONFERENCE:

Thursday, May 7, 2026, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. (or until conclusion of public comments).

Teleconference number: (833) 436-1163, Passcode: 223941722#

You can also join via Microsoft Teams. CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MEETING.

Information about the Federal Subsistence Management Program may be found on the web at www.doi.gov/subsistence or by visiting www.facebook.com/subsistencealaska. 

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