Eskimo Walrus Commission (EWC) is convening a Young Hunters  – Walrus Summit 2022 in Nome

EWC is seeking a young hunter (ages 18-29) from each of the Eskimo Walrus Commission statewide walrus hunting communities of Utqiagvik, Wainwright, Point Lay, Point Hope, Kivalina, Kotzebue, Shishmaref, Wales, Little Diomede, Brevig Mission, King Island, Nome, Gambell, Savoonga, Unalakleet, Stebbins, Mekoryuk, Kwigillingok, and Manokotak to participate in this first Young Hunters – Walrus Summit.

Summit will be 3 days, October 4, 5, & 6, 2022 with the goal of supporting young hunters as the next generation of informed, engaged representatives who are prepared to provide leadership regarding walrus and marine resources. The summit will include intensive study and discussion of all relevant laws, regulations, policies, and current management practices for marine mammals with particular focus on Pacific walrus

The intent is to provide a unique opportunity to bring together EWC Commissioners and young hunters to:

• Develop the next generation of informed, engaged community representatives who are prepared to advocate and provide leadership for Alaska Native interests regarding marine mammal resources
• Strengthen the capacity of EWC communities to participate in marine mammal co-management responsibilities
• Prepare the Eskimo Walrus Commission for effectively responding to the future impacts of environmental changes in the New Arctic

If interested, contact our EWC staff, Sierra Smith (907) 443-4378 or email ssmith@kawerak.org. Participants must be endorsed by IRA or tribal organization.