FishAlaska: Future Guides Mentored in the Tongass

Tongass Guide Academy helps Angoon residents train for sustainable jobs showcasing the island’s natural resources. Read about the great work they’re doing with Trout Unlimited’s support.

By Matt Boline / Trout Unlimited

This story was published by Fish Alaska Magazine. Read the full story here.

Instructor/author Matt Boline oversees a day’s lesson for the Tongass Fish Academy.

Angoon plans to expand offerings for small cruise ships in the future. Freshwater flyfishing, bear viewing, saltwater fishing, and cultural tours are just some of the options that will be available. The recently formed Angoon Native Forest Partnership will also soon be taking on valuable restoration projects beginning with nearby Cube Cove to remove fish barriers allowing trout and salmon to reach the full range of their habitat. This will provide access to spawning and rearing habitat that will positively impact the local salmon population and the people.

These investments in both their habitats and people are helping to ensure the people, fish, and wildlife on Kootznoowoo thrive and have a long, sustainable future.

Read the full story at Fish Alaska Magazine