Alaska Native Corporations established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) are encouraged to take advantage of the Forest Stewardship Program to support long-term land management goals.

Assistance is typically provided through grant funding, which allows corporations to hire a qualified natural resource advisor—either as a consultant or as in-house staff. These grants are designed to support the development of a Forest Stewardship Plan and generally include:

• A broad inventory of forest resources
• Land designations using detailed mapping
• A 10-year management plan based on landowner priorities

Forest Stewardship Plans that meet specific requirements can be used to qualify for financial cost-share programs through the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS).

Grant applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with funding awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information or to apply, contact the program coordinator at (907) 269-0086 | nate.wilson@alaska.gov

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