Alaska Outdoor Council
Protecting Your Hunting, Fishing, Trapping and Access Rights.
AOC MISSION
Dedicated to the preservation of outdoor pursuits in Alaska – hunting, fishing, trapping, and public access – and conservation of the habitats upon which they depend.
AOC VISION
To unite the voices of our membership and member clubs to effectively represent their outdoor interests in all facets of public policy.
A Message from President Rob Mathews!
I would like to thank every one of our members and member clubs for the outstanding support you provide to the Alaska Outdoor Council. Through your donations we can continue the fight against shrinking opportunities to access Alaska’s natural resources. For this we Thank You!!!
If you are unfamiliar with the Alaska Outdoor Council, we are a federation of 50 member clubs with the common interest of access Alaska’s natural resources through hunting, fishing, trapping, public access, or just enjoying a day out in the wilderness.
Some of the key objectives of the Alaska Outdoor Council include:
- Dedicated to the preservation of outdoor pursuits in Alaska – hunting, fishing, trapping, and public access and conservation of the habitats upon which they depend.
- Collaborating with government agencies, lawmakers, and other organizations to develop and implement effective wildlife management and conservation strategies developed and in control of the State Government.
- Supporting programs and initiatives aimed at preserving Alaska’s rich outdoor heritage for future generations.
We are actively involved in legislative and regulatory processes at the State and Federal levels, working to influence policies that affect outdoor recreation and conservation in Alaska. Please visit our website to see what we are currently working on along with past newsletters, calendar of events or even purchasing some new AOC swag.
Here’s What we are Currently working on!
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