North Slope Wildlife: Conservation Through Tradition and Science
Mission: The Department of Wildlife Management ensures the sustainable harvest and health of fish and wildlife populations through a blend of scientific research, Indigenous knowledge, and community leadership. By engaging in advocacy from the local to the international level, the Department supports the North Slope’s traditional ways of life. Diversifying funding is a key priority, achieved by submitting grant proposals that address subsistence species and issues most important to North Slope residents.
Key Goals
The Department of Wildlife Management is dedicated to empowering Borough residents to actively participate in the stewardship of local wildlife and fisheries. Our mission is to maintain these natural resources at sustainable levels, ensuring that traditional subsistence practices can continue for generations. Through rigorous scientific studies, we document and advocate for the subsistence needs of North Slope Borough (NSB) communities. As industrial activities expand, climate change reshapes Arctic ecosystems, and regulatory pressures increase, the Department remains committed to the following goals:
- Preserving healthy wildlife populations.
- Integrating traditional knowledge with scientific research.
- Advocating for community interests in regional, state, and federal policy decisions.
- Securing diverse funding to support ongoing and future projects.
Links
Contact
Taqulik Hepa, Director of Wildlife
Phone: (907) 852-0350
Fax: (907) 852-0351
Nicole Wojciechowski, M.S., Deputy Director of Wildlife
Phone: (907) 852-0350
Fax: (907) 852-0351
For any errors seen on the Department of Wildlife Management pages, please contact us at (907) 852-0350.
Banner photo credit: Billy Adams
