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When cooking outside this Memorial Day, whether you're grilling, camping, or having a picnic, there are several essential items that can help make your outdoor cooking experience more enjoyable and efficient.

Copper River King salmon reigns supreme among the pantheon of salmon varieties. Its unparalleled attributes, meticulously nurtured by nature and safeguarded by sustainable practices, have earned it the unequivocal admiration of the most discerning palates and the coveted title of the ultimate salmon delicacy.

Alaska is known for its vast natural resources, particularly its bountiful fisheries. The state’s marine ecosystem supports an abundance of seafood, including salmon, halibut, crab, and cod. These fisheries not only provide a livelihood for the state's fishermen but also support processing managers, scientists, and law enforcement officers. The ...

Held annually since 1998, FisherPoets Gathering has become one of the most anticipated events in the Pacific Northwest. The gathering was founded by a group of commercial fishermen who wanted to create a space where they could share their stories, struggles, and triumphs in a creative and supportive environment. The annual ...

Chinese New Year is the traditional celebration of the lunar new year which typically falls in the first week of February. This is a time to celebrate with family and friends and, as is so common among celebrations, food plays a central role. One of the common foods you may ...

In this third installment of our Copper River King + Chef’s Roll + Chef Ryley Eckersley series, we hope to encourage you to new heights in your culinary adventures. We embolden you to approach your kitchen as one might an art studio, with fearlessness and creativity.

Welcome to the second installment in our Chef’s Roll series with Chef Ryley Eckersley and his inspirational preparation of a whole Copper River King salmon. We invite you to draw inspiration from his exciting and bold flavors and preparation methods, interpreting his culinary works of art in your own ...

London born Chef Ryley, Chef de Cuisine at Quaintrelle in Portland, Oregon, approaches food as a painter does a watercolor palette. Produce and seafood are the center of the canvas; herbs and seasonal blooms add dimension, and sauces are used like a painter’s glaze adorning each finished piece. His ...

Trying to get the most complete and accurate count of salmon as they migrate up the mighty Copper River can be tricky. However, the advancement in technology and the Miles Lake sonar project provides vital information to the Alaska Department of Fish & Game (ADF&G) for sustainable the ...

It’s Copper River Salmon season! Do you need a brief refresher on how to prepare fresh, wild salmon? Here is your guide to the most popular preparation methods along with some of our suggestions along the way.