If you have a project that aligns with our mission and are looking for an NGO to use as an umbrella we encourage you to contact us . We would be glad to provide what support we can: digital technical support, local knowledge on species and habitats of Southeast Alaska, networking for collaboration, etc. SEAWEAD does not typically conduct fund-raising for third-party projects but we would be glad to assist with administration of funds that you have secured for a minimal administration fee.
Our
mission is to provide timely, detailed information about Southeast
Alaska’s wildlife and habitats in support of resource management and
public education.
Our goals are to design and conduct ecological research, inspire and inform cooperative planning and monitoring, and encourage a balance of ecological integrity and human use.
Our strategy is to integrate scientific and natural history information in examining ecological patterns and processes, and present our findings in broadly accessible formats.
Since spring 1999, we have been researching humpback whale, brown bear and human patterns of use in northern Southeast Alaska. We also provide technical support for affiliated organizations (including GIS and web page development).
Our emphasis on communication and public outreach stems from a conviction that good decision making is born of an informed and engaged public. We work with government agencies, local businesses, interest groups and communities in an effort to make cooperative stewardship a reality.
| Ecology & GIS 
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Dan Lesh | Education & Marine Ecology 
Nikki Koehler | SE Alaska Biogeography 
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Funding sources in 2005: US Forest Service - US Fish & Wildlife Service - Sitka Conservation Society
Field Volunteers in 2005: Mariya Louvichuk - Cheryl Van Dyke - Pete Smith - Neils Dau
Funding Sources in 2004: The Skaggs Foundation - The Leighty Foundation - The National Park Foundation - The US Forest Service
Field Volunteers in 2004: Kathy Turco - Greg Streveler - Ayme Johnson
Funding sources in 2003: The Skaggs Foundation - The Leighty Foundation - The Alaska Conservation Foundation - Alaska Discovery - US Forest Service - National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Field Volunteers in 2003: Mia Grifalconi - Ayme Johnson - Aaron Wells - Liz Florey
Partners in 2003: Admiralty National Monumnent - National Fish and Wildlife Service - Berners Bay Hooligan Crew - Freinds of Berners Bay
Partners in 2002: - Sitka Conservation Society - Southeast Alaska Conservation Council - Ecotrust - Lindblad Expeditions - The Boat Company
Field Volunteers in 2002: Peter Herbster & Conni Ziehm - Maggie
Wiggen - Kristen Dunlap - Sierra Kaden - Amy Randolph - Matt & Amy
Cecil - Meg Cronin & David Tessier - Kelly McLaughlin - Jeff Lesh -
Chris Frank
Essential equipment provided by: ESRI - Hank Lentfer and Anya Maier
We also have an excellent Advisory Group!
You can volunteer as a field assistant. We are always looking for curious, hard working people who can commit 2-6 weeks of their summer to learn about this beautiful place we call home. Email us at
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to find out what openings we have for the upcoming season.
You can donate goods or services. Much of the work that we do is supported by in-kind donations of equipment and skilled labor. Please contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to find out how to we could best put your talents to use.
You can contribute financially. SEAWEAD is 501 (c-3) Non-profit organization and we gratefully accept donations. Money is used to sustain our essential operations, such as producing newsletters, maintaining our vital communication services, and providing opportunities for people like you to join us in the field. Personal contributions generally range from $25 - $2000. We promise to make the most out of every dollar you give, and will honor any requests to fund particular projects. Checks may be sent to our headquarters at PO Box 306, Gustavus AK 99826.