Why should we care about salmon? Salmon form an incredible link between the nutrient-rich waters of the ocean and relatively nutrient-poor freshwater ecosystems (and their adjacent terrestrial landscapes). Salmon are anadromous, meaning they are born in freshwater streams and lakes, and after spending some amount of their young lives in ...
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The Anatomy of a Bowpicker
Jul 23Rising out of the Copper Glacier in the untouched wilderness of southcentral Alaska, the Copper River Delta is one of the last intact watersheds in the world - turbid glacial water flows through the majestic Wrangell and Chugach Mountains to the central coast where it empties into the Gulf of ...
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Cedar Planked Sockeye Salmon
Jul 6Cedar Plank Sockeye Salmon It is said that cooking salmon on wood planks such as cedar and alder originated with Native American tribes in the Pacific Northwest. After securing the salmon to a piece of wood, they would position the planked fish close enough to an open fire to cook ...
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Curry
Jun 29Is there a difference between curry powder and paste? Curry powders and pastes can share some universal spices but, the flavor components of each are distinct from the other. In fact, typically these two mixtures are used to prepare different kinds of cuisine altogether. While curry powder is a staple ...
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Sheet Pan Salmon Piccata
Jun 16Sheet Pan Salmon Piccata Recipe by Diane Wiese, F/V Martin Is Recipe by Diane Wiese, F/V Martin Is Piccata describes a dish, typically meat, such as chicken, veal, or pork that is dredged in flour, browned, and then a sauce is made in the pan with pan drippings, ...
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Salmon, Sonar, & Sustainability: Part 1
May 29Trying to get the most complete and accurate count of salmon as they migrate up the mighty Copper River can be tricky. However, the advancement in technology and the Miles Lake sonar project provides vital information to the Alaska Department of Fish & Game (ADF&G) for sustainable the ...
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NETwork Recycling Program
Feb 20Sustainability and conservation are Alaskan values. The fishing families of south-central Alaska are independent, small business owners dedicated to long-term sustainability of wild salmon stocks, the environment and way of life. Our passion not only preserves our livelihood but also ensures abundance for future generations. Gillnetting is a common ...
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Miso Udon with Salmon Meatballs
Jan 6The food you eat affects you body, mind and soul. Here in snowy AK, fewer daylight hours and freezing temperatures can send you running for a bowl of something hot to raise your body temperature and comfort you during these long winter months. In the heart of wild salmon country, ...
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Fish Forest Fungus
Oct 4The connection between fungus and fish goes deeper than just culinary delights. They are a part of a symbiotic cycle that keeps our forests and fisheries healthy. Salmon are a keystone species for the ecosystems in which they live. This means that all other living things depend on salmon in ...
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Copper River Coho: 3 Mouthwatering Recipes
Sep 4Coho Salmon is distinguished by an approachable mild flavor and delicate texture. This late-season species are the last to return to the Copper River. Coho are a fall favorite that pair well with baked seasonal root vegetables and mushrooms. We’ve compiled three new Coho recipes for your fall ...
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