New Federal Subsistence Management Regulations Take Effect on July 1, 1997

The Federal Subsistence Board has published and distributed 1997-1998 Subsistence Management Regulations for the Harvest of Fish and Wildlife on Federal Public Lands in Alaska. The regulations booklet contains information on federal subsistence seasons, harvest limits, methods and means of harvest, permit requirements, and customary and traditional use determinations. The new regulations will be in effect from July 1,1997, through June 30, 1998.

For more information, or to request a copy of the 1997-1998 regulations booklet, call (800)478-1456 or (907)786-3888. TDD is available at (907)786-3309. Send Email requests to ASM@fws.gov">.

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