Norton Bay Watershed Council
Gold Run Creek (Photo Credit: Hal Sheperd)
Mission
Our mission is to protect and restore the Norton Bay watershed and its water resources by working collaboratively with local tribal communities, conducting research and monitoring, developing effective management strategies, advocating for water and subsistence resources, and promoting education and outreach. We strive to adapt to the challenges posed by climate change and ensure the sustainability of these vital ecosystems for future generations.
How We Started
In 2012, the Norton Bay Watershed Council was established to address threats to subsistence resources in the Norton Bay area of Alaska. The council's board of directors is made of representatives from federally recognized tribal governments and community members from the Native Villages of Elim, Unalakleet, Shaktoolik, St. Michael, Brevig Mission, Golovin, Teller, and Shismaref.
More About Us
Support us to protect our water resources
Local traditional knowledge is critical to protecting our water resources.
Your support is vital to the council's efforts to monitor, restore, and advocate for water rights in the Norton Bay watershed. Your donation would go to assist the watershed council to monitor the health of our rivers and the protection of subsistence and traditional resources.
