November 18, 2009
US Coast Guard Rescue 21 Communications Proposal Public Meeting POSTPONED
The NPS and US Coast Guard public meeting on the proposed communications installations for Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve has been re-scheduled. Meeting to be held on NOVEMBER 20, 2009, at the Gustavus School multi-purpose room from 7 to 9 pm..
November 12, 2009
US Coast Guard Rescue 21 Communications Proposal Public Meeting Scheduled
The NPS and US Coast Guard will hold a public meeting on the proposed communications installations for Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Meeting to be held on November 18, 2009, at the Gustavus School multi-purpose room from 7 to 9 pm..
November 04, 2009
Glacier Bay Shoulder Season Vessel Planning Update
The NPS has released a summary of public comment received regarding motor vessel uses in Glacier Bay during May and September.
November 04, 2009
Humpback Whale Rescue
Park visitors spotted a humpback whale entangled in fishing gear. Park staff quickly respond...
November 02, 2009
Proposed U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue Communication Installations in Glacier Bay 11/02/09
The NPS is soliciting public comment on a proposal by the U.S. Coast Guard to install and operate radio communication installations in the Glacier Bay backcountry.
November 02, 2009
Glacier Bay Whale Waters Vessel Speed and Course Restrictions Lifted 11/02/09
Superintendent Cherry Payne announced today that the 13-knot speed limit and mid-channel course requirement for vessels traveling in all Park waters is hereby cancelled.
October 26, 2009
Proposed U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue Communication Installations in Glacier Bay
The NPS is soliciting public comment on a proposal by the U.S. Coast Guard to install and operate radio communication installations in the Glacier Bay backcountry.
October 26, 2009
Glacier Bay Now On Twitter
Interested members of the public now have another option for connecting to Glacier Bay.
October 14, 2009
Bartlett Cove Dock Repairs Scheduled
Beginning October 23, 2009, repairs to the fuel dock float and pilings, wave barrier, and the public dock float and pilings will occur. Access to the boat ramp, the dock vehicle ramp, and both dock floats may be blocked temporarily on short notice.
October 13, 2009
Glacier Bay Vessel Use Planning Update
The NPS will be considering various options to address changes in shoulder season vessel use in Glacier Bay.
September 30, 2009
Marine Vessel Operating Restrictions Remain in Effect to Protect Whales
Superintendent Cherry Payne announced today that vessel operating restrictions will remain in effect in portions of Glacier Bay National Park to protect numerous humpback whales that continue to be sighted in the area.
September 14, 2009
Gustavus Bull Moose Hunt Reminder
Moose hunters are reminded that hunting is not permitted within Glacier Bay National Park.
September 08, 2009
Berg Bay Native Allotment Boundary Advisory
Glacier Bay visitors are advised that two privately owned native allotments in Berg Bay have been posted as Private Property/No Trespassing.
July 24, 2009
Camper Dropoff Relocated From Queen Inlet To Sundew Cove
Due to recent bear activity near the Queen Inlet camper dropoff, the dropoff is being relocated to Sundew Cove, on the western shore of Glacier Bay near Hugh Miller Inlet.
July 22, 2009
Vessel Speed Restriction Area Changed at the Entrance to Glacier Bay
Today, Superintendent Cherry Payne announced new boundaries for the special whale waters area in Park waters in Icy Strait, beginning at 5 AM Thursday July 23.
July 22, 2009
Bear Advisory For The Shoreline Of Glacier Bay From Tidal Inlet To The Peninsula Between Queen And Rendu Inlets
Chief of Resource Management Craig Smith recommends that campers avoid camping between Tidal Inlet and the peninsula between Queen and Rendu Inlets due to recent bear activity.
July 17, 2009
Bear Advisory For The Point Of Land Between Queen And Rendu Inlets
Chief of Resource Management Craig Smith recommends that campers avoid camping on the point of land between Queen and Rendu Inlets due to recent bear activity.
July 15, 2009
Vessel Speed Restrictions Lifted at the Entrance to the West Arm of Glacier Bay
Acting Superintendent Wayne Howell announced today that the 13 knot vessel speed limit at the entrance to the West Arm of Glacier Bay will be lifted beginning at 5 AM Thursday July 16.
July 10, 2009
Gustavus Wildfire Response on July 6, 2009
Personnel from the Gustavus Volunteer Fire Department, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, Alaska DOT, USDA Forest Service, and local residents suppress a potentially dangerous wildfire threatening homes in Gustavus, AK.
July 01, 2009
New Vessel Speed Restrictions In Lower Glacier Bay And Revised Whale Waters Boundaries At Entrance To The West Arm
Superintendent Cherry Payne announced today that a 13 knot vessel speed limit will be implemented in Lower Glacier Bay. The special whale waters area at the entrance to the West Arm Entrance is revised due to a shift in whale distribution in the area. These changes apply to all vessels from 5 AM Friday July 3 until further notice.
June 24, 2009
Vessel Speed Restrictions Extended To Point Dundas And The Entrance To The West Arm
Superintendent Cherry Payne announced today that the 13 knot vessel speed limit area outside the mouth of Glacier Bay is being extended toPoint Dundas, and a new special whale waters area is being implemented in the West Arm Entrance to protect numerous humpback whales that have been sighted in the areas. Speed restriction will apply to all vessels from 5 AM Thursday June 25 until further notice.
June 19, 2009
Alert to Vessel Operators Regarding Harbor Seals on Floating Ice
Glacier Bay vessel operators are asked to avoid harbor seals hauled out on floating ice.
June 05, 2009
2010 Proposed Cruise Ship Quotas
Superintendent Cherry Payne is soliciting comment on the proposed cruise ship use day quota for the 2010 season. Comments must be received by June 22, 2009.
