AMSEA

Last month, AMSEA welcomed seven educators to Sitka, Alaska, for a four-day Educator's Workshop focused on marine safety and survival. Participants traveled from communities across Alaska, along with one instructor from Washington, to learn how to lead engaging, youth-focused marine safety workshops in their own schools and communities. For many Alaska youth, the water is part of everyday life. Whether traveling by skiff, harvesting subsistence foods, fishing with family, or simply exploring...

Mariners who use NOAA bar reports and bar camera pages should be aware of a potential service disruption beginning July 1, 2026. Information presented at a recent Grays Harbor Safety Committee meeting indicated that required hardware upgrades and IT security changes may result in the closure of the webpages that currently host local bar reports and camera feeds. These resources provide important information on bar conditions and are widely used by commercial fishermen, recreational boaters,...

In April, we wrapped up one of the most rewarding — and yes, exhausting — programs we offer: the Marine Safety Instructor Training (MSIT). These train-the-trainer courses have a unique way leaving us energized by fresh ideas, new perspectives, and a shared commitment to safety on the water. Our most recent MSIT took place in Sitka in early April, bringing together eight dedicated participants who traveled from across the country, including Rhode Island and communities throughout Alaska such...