Thursday Edition 8/6/26

(Released: July 31, 2026 – Expires: October 31, 2026) CONTACT: Kali Hulquist
Assistant Statewide Communications Coordinator
(907) 267-2254

2027 Sport Fishing Regulations Photo Contest: Now All Online

(Statewide) – Got a great fishing photo from this summer? The Division of Sport Fish wants to see it. The 2027 Sport Fishing Regulations Cover Photo Contest is now open, and for the first time, entries are submitted entirely online.

Each year, standout photos are featured on the covers of the Division’s regional Sport Fishing Regulations Summary Books – Northern, Southcentral, Southeast, and Southwest – with additional photos appearing on the inside pages. A big catch, a family trip, a day on the water with friends- if it captures Alaska fishing, we want to see it.

Deadline: 5:00 p.m., Saturday, October 31, 2026

How to enter:

  • Submit up to three photos (not screenshots) taken in Alaska within the last two years.
  • Complete the required media consent release form through the online submission system. For kids under 18, a parent or guardian must sign. If multiple children are in the photo, each child’s parent/guardian must complete and sign a form.
  • Photos showing unsafe or unethical practices, fish and game violations, or advertisements will not be accepted (for example, children in boats without life vests).

Submit online: For full details and to submit your photos the fastest, easiest, and most streamlined way, submit your photos through our new submission form online.

Have questions? Please contact the regional contact below:

#26-4098

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Cooper Landing Gem Newsletter

Enjoy our monthly newsletter, the Cooper Landing Gem, for the latest news and events within the Cooper Landing Community. This edition includes updates from the Cooper Landing Library, Trails, Community Club, School, and Seniors. Additionally, you’ll discover details about the upcoming Salmon Cookoff and our community dance, the Fantastic Fall Fling.
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Meridian Lake Trail Maintenance Volunteer Event

Alaska Trails will be holding a volunteer trail work event on Meridian Lake Trail, and all are welcome!

Date: September 19th, 2026

Time: 10 am to 4 pm

Location: Meridian/Grayling Lake Trailhead, 22635 State Hwy 9, Seward, AK 99664, USA

Volunteers will be improving the trail using hand tools. No experience is necessary and all tools and training will be provided. You can learn more and RSVP here: https://www.alaska-trails.org/event-details/meridian-lake-trail-take-2


Maya Kaup
maya.kaup@alaska-trails.org

Museum help needed!

We need help at the Museum! We need greeters to make our guests welcome. We have lots of Cooper Landing history information in the Museum so you don’t have to know everything. Or anything. You can call me for any historic bit I might remember.We are open every day from 12 to 5. Please drop by during our open hours and check it out. Thank you. Our current greeters are Kate Stevenson, Howard Romig, Ron Gravenhorst, and Mona Painter. Subbing are Barb Atkinson, Karen Atkinson, Cathy Leaders, Lorraine Temple.

Mona


Mona Painter
monapainter@me.com
+19072026049

TICKETS FOR SALMON COOKOFF ON SALE NOW!

Get your tickets for this mouth-watering event! 8 chefs show off their culinary talent to benefit the Cooper Landing Community Club and honor the founder of this iconic event, LYNDA NUGENT!  Lots of door prizes to give away! Silent auction for a Rad ebike, a Rachael Mirth Chainsaw Woodcarving and possibly a halibut charter for 2! Your $15 ticket ($20 at the door) gets you a taste of each savory salmon entry, loads of side dishes and desserts, live music by Ayden See, an opportunity to have your photo taken “over the moon fishing”, winning a door prize, beer and wine available with other drinks free,  and entertainment by MCs Dan Michels and Tracy Smith! Tickets on sale at the Library, Wildmans, the Artisans Market, Alaska Rivers Company, the Princess RV Park Office or from Lorraine, Kim, Cory, Miranda, Yvette, or online using the QR code or use the link $15 advance Salmon Cookoff Ticket!

See ya on August 16th! Doors open 5:30, serving at 6:00 at the Cooper Landing Community Hall!


Cooper Landing Community Club
officers@cooperlandingcommunityclub.com
+19072992855

FOR SALE

Industrial Cement Mixer – FOR SALE.

Monarch Industries , Eliminator  , Heavy Duty 

Gas with hitch and wheels . Great shape . Starts easy . In Cooper Landing call Sharon 928-706-8901.  

2 1/2 Ton Craftsman Log Splitter For Sale

Gas Log Splitter , 2 1/2 Ton. Stand up or Horizontal splitting . Hitch and wheels included . In Cooper Landing call 928-706-8901

Sharon Saunders
sharon@sellsalaska.com
+19287068901

Summer Library Hours

Monday 1-3pm
Tuesday 1-3pm
Wednesday 1-3pm
Thursday 1-3pm
Friday 1-3pm
Saturday 11am-2pm