by Krystal Lapp | May 6, 2026
On May 6, 2026, the Department of the Interior announced that approximately 1.4 million acres within the Dalton Utility Corridor had officially been conveyed to the State of Alaska. According to the federal press release, this transfer fulfills more than 96% of Alaska’s remaining statehood land entitlement. The Department of the Interior framed the transfer as part of a broader push to advance resource development and infrastructure projects in Alaska.
by Claude Fiddler | May 5, 2026
We’re proud to share recent work from NAEC member Claude Fiddler—including his new book The Brooks Range: Journey, Life & Art in the Gwazhal and an accompanying essay reflecting on time spent traveling the Hulahula River. In his article, Fiddler traces a...
by Gale K. Vick | Apr 27, 2026
Right now, the state of Alaska already has thousands of culverts that need to be replaced, a situation that is contributing to salmon decline. The Ambler Road will substantially magnify that situation.
by Board Secretary | Apr 27, 2026
Understanding who owns and manages land helps explain where decisions are made—and how the public can participate in shaping those decisions.
by Krystal Lapp | Apr 16, 2026
Join us on April 22nd, 2026, at 4 pm to learn more about the Dalton Highway Corridor access process and discuss how people travel and use the region.
by Krystal Lapp | Apr 13, 2026
SB 275 would increase transparency and legislative oversight for the proposed Alaska LNG pipeline project. The bill is intended to ensure that legislators—and the public—have access to key information about the project’s costs, contracts, and financial risks before major decisions are made
by Gale K. Vick | Apr 10, 2026
Part 2: The Culvert Dilemma – April 2026 Gale K. Vick is a 57 year resident of Alaska with a long history of research and commentary on fisheries policy for various organizations. Part 1 of this series on the Ambler Road challenges to wild salmon identified...
by Northern Center Board | Apr 8, 2026
The Northern Alaska Environmental Center (NAEC) Board of Directors is announcing a leadership transition that will help guide the organization through its current period of revitalization and renewal. Effective April 2, 2026, Krystal Lapp will serve as Interim Executive Director of the Northern Alaska Environmental Center. As part of this transition, Krystal will step down from her role as President of the NAEC Board of Directors.
by Gale K. Vick | Apr 3, 2026
Part 1 — April 3, 2026 Gale K. Vick (1) is a 57 year resident of Alaska with a long history of research and commentary on fisheries policy for various organizations. Living in Alaska for over five decades has taught me one true thing – we are at the same time a very...
by Board Secretary | Apr 3, 2026
The National Park Service is considering a rule that could significantly change how wildlife is managed in Alaska’s National Preserves. The proposal, “Hunting and Trapping in National Preserves” (RIN 1024-AE96), would roll back protections established in 2015 and...
