Alaska Wilderness League’s Post

Pelagic fishermen urge Coastal States to focus on more equitable quota shares https://lnkd.in/dVTSku9W #scottishfishingnews #shetlandfishingnews #scottishpelagicfishingindustry #fishingnews #dailyfishingnews #fishingnewsScotland #fishingnewsShetland #NEAtlanticCoastalStates

Pelagic fishermen urge Coastal States to focus on more equitable quota shares https://lnkd.in/dVC6HSj8 #scottishfishingnews #shetlandfishingnews #scottishpelagicfishingindustry #fishingnews #dailyfishingnews #fishingnewsScotland #fishingnewsShetland #NEAtlanticCoastalStates

The Biden Administration made a big step forward today to restore abundant wild salmon and steelhead and honor treaties with Tribal Nations in the Columbia Basin in this memo: "Today, President Biden is directing all relevant Federal agencies to utilize existing authorities and available resources – and assess what additional authorities and resources may be needed – to restore these wild fish populations and help ensure that the United States upholds its treaty and trust responsibilities to the Tribes." https://lnkd.in/gt7MSTue.

While developing POLLi's common milkweed identification algorithm, we defined plots using stakes and strings to delineate an area that enabled us to compare the accuracy of the object detection model we developed with manual counts performed by researchers from Monarch Joint Venture, Bayer, and U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). We first flew over the area and collected data. Then, two researchers went into each plot and individually counted the milkweed within the plot. They each marked the individual milkweeds with small flags, and when they were complete, they compared their counts. It was a way of double-checking the counts' accuracy and comparing human accuracy to the object detection model. While we worked, a photographer from National Geographic Magazine captured photos and documented the process. An article in National Geographic's January 2024 issue about the continent-wide efforts to help the monarch contains a photo of some researchers who participated that day. Check out the story at https://lnkd.in/gpfRkm78. Or pick up a copy. The photos are amazing, and the story is fantastic. #Botlink #Radix #Polli #SimpleBusinessAutomation #Pollinators

Texas Coast - Value to the Nation. From the natural beaches of Sabine Pass near Port Arthur to the rich diversity of bird and marine wildlife along the Laguna Madre near Port Isabel, the sweep of the Texas coast contains varied and fragile ecosystems juxtaposed with highly industrialized areas that host a national economic powerhouse. The USACE Galveston District is involved in virtually every mile of the 367-mile coastline and plays an integral role in both the preservation of nature’s treasures that are a living part of the Texas coastal region as well as serving and preserving the industries that fuel commerce and power our nation. https://lnkd.in/dH9ZeCyb

Our documentary "The Arctic: Our Last Great Wilderness" allowed audiences to connect with the Arctic's untamed wilderness and its diverse wildlife. It showcased the urgency of preserving this unique ecosystem and respecting the cultural heritage of Alaska Natives. 💙 Together with the movie, we launched an action campaign, where anyone could join! Every voice counted; millions of letters were delivered focusing on protecting the Arctic. ⏩ Fast-forward to today: The Biden administration has taken significant steps to protect the Arctic. They recently cancelled Trump-era oil and gas leases in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and proposed protections for the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska. These decisions are a testament to the power of public awareness and advocacy. 💪 "The Arctic: Our Last Great Wilderness" has its part in mobilizing public opinion and inspiring action. This is a reminder that we all have the ability to drive positive change, whether through art, advocacy, or simply by raising our voices for causes that matter. 🌎💙   🎬 Haven’t watched the documentary yet? Check it out: https://lnkd.in/d-FbC55k #terramatters #terramater #protectthearctic #environmentalconservation #CinemaForChange #ProtectOurPlanet

Marine sanctuaries and monuments are our shared, special ocean places. The Biden-Harris Administration has the opportunity to advance eight Indigenous and locally-led initiatives calling for new and expanded marine protected areas (MPAs). Learn more about these efforts in a NEW interactive map: https://bit.ly/3QVIUnD

Here is something 100% worth your time! 'Only a few days left for public comment; comment period closes Jun 24, 2024 11:59 PM Mountain Time. Public comment has stopped similar projects in the past. 1. Click the link in Nat Hab's post below. 2. Here are important points to make: * Request that the NPS reject the proposed easements for the Johnson Tract * Ask that in-depth environmental and wildlife impact assessments be conducted prior to any continued permitting. * Insist that the resource analyses evaluate and address how the proposed easements will impact: ** Critical bear denning habitat (based on recent collared-bear research in the area—see the map below that illustrates the movement of collared bears in the area in and around the Johnson Tract and proposed easements) **Vital bear feeding and mating habitat on and near the coast **Essential travel corridors for bears and other wildlife * Request that any eastern easements proposed for the Johnson River Valley be prevented due to irreversible impacts to pristine wetlands.

Are you aware of the environmental challenges posed by toxic World War II shipwrecks in the Pacific Ocean? Dive into this eye-opening Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) News video below, which sheds light on the vital work undertaken by our Major Projects Foundation to confront this pressing environmental issue head-on.   These submerged relics continue to imperil our invaluable marine ecosystems and the livelihoods of coastal communities. Our dedicated Foundation team is tirelessly engaged in mapping these wrecks across the vast expanse of the Pacific, a mission that demands collaboration, resources, and unwavering determination.   The enormity of this challenge cannot be overstated, and being one of Major Projects Foundation’s sponsor, we extend a heartfelt call to governments, organizations, and individuals to unite with us in our mission to safeguard our oceans. Together, we possess the power to ensure a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable future for the Pacific and its communities. Stay tuned for regular updates on our progress as we persistently work towards protecting our oceans for generations to come. #MajorProjectsFoundation #MarineConservation #ProtectOurPacific #Modulate #ABCNews https://lnkd.in/g5n3n_WY

We're very proud to have helped fund the second Meeting of the Latin American Ranger Federation of Park Rangers in Cusco Peru! Words from The International Ranger Federation: After a week of intense work, on Sunday 12th of May took place the closing of the Second Meeting of the Latin American Ranger Federation (FLG) supported by the International Ranger Federation IRF). The Meeting was held at the CONAFOVICER facilities in Cusco, Peru and brought together 46 rangers from 10 Latin American countries. During the Meeting, the work of the ranger associations and unions that integrate the FLG was presented, as well as their achievements, their challenges, and experiences and sharing of lessons learned. Subsequently, the next steps were identified to legally formalize FLG as a Regional Federation, elections for the new board of FLG, a 5-year roadmap was developed and a declaration was drawn up which expresses the voice of the rangers in the Latin American region. The result of holding in-person ranger meeting is invaluable, as not only are good practices shared in favor of conservation, but the voice and identity of the profession is also strengthened by the regional ranger associations. Only through a strengthened, supported and resourced ranger workforce can be possible to achieve ambitious global conservation goals, such as Target 3 (30x30) of the Convention on Biological Diversity. 📷 @chrisgalliers #SinGuardaparquesNohayConservación #rangersfor30x30 #westandwithworldrangers #forcefornature #conservationevolved #wildliferangers #wildlifehero #wildlifeconservation