The Division of Sport Fish was established in 1951 as part of Alaskas territorial government to oversee Alaskas developing sport fisheries. Its creation coincided with the passage of the DingleJohnson Act that gave states and territories dedicated federal funds to conduct scientific research related to recreational fisheries. Today, the Division is responsible for oversight and management of Alaskas sport and personal use fisheries worth more than 500 million dollars annually. A recently completed strategic plan details our mission and vision and goals, objectives, and strategies. The Division has an annual budget of approximately $35 million. Nearly all of the funds are derived from userpay sources including the sale of fishing licenses, stamps, and sport fishingrelated equipment and fuel. The primary funding sources are the states Fish and Game Fund and the federal Sport Fish Restoration Program.

Address: 1255 W. 8th Street; P.O. Box 25526; Juneau, AK 99802-5526
Telephone: (907) 465-4180
Website: http://www.sf.adfg.state.ak.us/statewide/index.cfm