Project: Chignik Intertribal Coalition eDNA- Aquatic invasive/non-invasive species assessment and monitoring within the Chignik Watershed.
Project Description: The goal would be to sample for presence/absence of invasive/non-invasive species including, but not limited to, Early Run Sockeye specifically in the Black Lake drainage, Alec River tributaries. This project is not intended to test for abundance currently.
1. Invasive species can alter ecosystems; displace, compete and prey on native species; foul infrastructure; sicken humans by causing diseases. Early detection can assist in mitigation efforts.
2. Environmental DNA (eDNA) data will be collected, analyzed, and stored by CIC.
3. CIC will own up to date data to provide funding agencies and policy makers while asking to protect and develop infrastructure crucial to being resilient.
People/Organizations responsible for completing these steps: Chignik Intertribal Coalition, Chignik Bay, Chignik Lake, Chignik Lagoon, Ivanof Bay, Perryville, Bristol Bay Native Association,
Cost Estimates:
Costs: Unknown
Timeline: 2021-2025
Funding Partners:
Evaluation Measures:
-Assessment and Monitoring completed.
-Identification of invasive and non-invasive species.
-Next steps identified for continued monitoring and restoration.
Key Project Contact:
Name: George Anderson
Title: President
Organization: Chignik Intertribal Coalition