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NOTICE OF PROPOSED CHANGES IN THE REGULATIONS OF THE ALASKA BOARD OF GAME

What is this notice about?

The Alaska Board of Game is proposing changes to hunting and trapping rules near the Ambler Road right of way in Game Management Units 23 and 24. Anyone can send written comments to the Board until 8:00 a.m. on November 16, 2026. After that, the Board may adopt these changes, adopt different rules on the same subject without further notice, or take no action.

Why was this notice issued?

The Board of Game is proposing new program standards under its authority in Alaska Statute (AS) 16.05.255. The proposal came from state agency staff. State law (AS 44.62.190) requires public notice and a chance to comment before regulations are changed.

What action is being taken?

The Board proposes to amend two rules in Title 5 of the Alaska Administrative Code (AAC) about areas closed to hunting and trapping in Game Management Units 23 and 24. The first, 5 AAC 92.510, covers hunting near the Ambler Road right of way. The second, 5 AAC 92.550, covers trapping near the Ambler Road right of way. The changes are not expected to require more state funding.

Who is involved: Alaska Board of Game; Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) Boards Support Section; hunters and trappers in Game Management Units 23 and 24 near the Ambler Road right of way

How can the public respond?

Respond by Mon, Nov 16, 2026 8 days from today.

“Comments must be received not later than 8:00 a.m. on November 16, 2026.”

Ways to respond

What to include

You may comment on the proposed changes, including the possible costs to private persons of following them. Comments become public records under the Alaska Public Records Act (AS 40.25.100 - 40.25.295), so do not include any information you do not want made public. The final rule may differ from the proposal, so comment during the comment period if your interests could be affected. For a copy of the proposed changes, go to https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=gameboard.meetinginfo&date=11-20-2026&meeting=webconference or call the ADF&G Boards Support Section at (907) 465-4110. A copy of material proposed for adoption by reference (the Ambler Road overview map) is available on the Alaska Online Public Notice System or at https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/static/regulations/regprocess/gameboard/pdfs/2026-2027/special_7-22-26/rcs/rc028_DNR_Ambler_Road_Overview_Map.pdf. People with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation to take part should call the ADF&G Boards Support Section at (907) 465-4110 by November 19, 2026. To join the mailing list for future notices, email Kari Winkel at kari.winkel@alaska.gov with your name and your preferred email or mailing address.

Contact

Kari Winkel, Executive Director, Board of Game
Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Boards Support Section
kari.winkel@alaska.gov
(907) 465-6098
Boards Support Section, Alaska Department of Fish and Game, PO Box 115526, Juneau, AK 99811-5526

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

  • Oct 13, 2026: Notice published
  • Nov 16, 2026: Written comments must be received by 8:00 a.m.
  • Nov 19, 2026: Last day to request a disability accommodation

Original notice text

Summary of Changes: The Alaska Board of Game proposes to adopt regulation changes in Title 5 of the Alaska Administrative Code, dealing with the use and taking of game in Game Management Units 23, 24, including the following: • 5 AAC 92.510 is proposed to be amended regarding hunting in the vicinity of the Ambler Road right of way. • 5 AAC 92.550 is proposed to be amended regarding trapping in the vicinity of the Ambler Road right of way. Written comments: You may comment on the proposed regulation changes, including the potential costs to private persons of complying with the proposed changes, by submitting written comments to the Alaska Board of Game at https://boardofgame.adfg.alaska.gov. Written comments may also be submitted to the ADF&G Boards Support Section at P.O. Box 115526, Juneau, AK 99811-5526. Additionally, the Board of Game will accept comments by facsimile at (907) 465-6094. Written comment deadline: The comments must be received not later than 8:00 a.m. on November 16, 2026. Obtaining copies of proposed regulations: For a copy of the proposed regulation changes, go to https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=gameboard.meetinginfo&date=11-20-2026&meeting=webconference or contact the ADF&G Boards Support Section at (907) 465-4110. A copy of material proposed for adoption by reference is available on the Alaska Online Public Notice System or at https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/static/regulations/regprocess/gameboard/pdfs/2026-2027/special_7-22-26/rcs/rc028_DNR_Ambler_Road_Overview_Map.pdf Final version of regulations: After the public comment period ends, the Board of Game will either adopt the proposed regulation changes or other provisions dealing with the same subject, without further notice, or decide to take no action. The language of the final regulation may be different from that of the proposed regulation. You should comment during the time allowed if your interests could be affected. Public nature of comments: Public comments, once submitted, are public records and subject to disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. See AS 40.25.100 - 40.25.295. Do NOT include in your comments any information that you do not want made public. Accommodations: If you are a person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this process, please contact ADF&G, Boards Support Section at (907) 465-4110 not later than November 19, 2026, to ensure that any necessary accommodation can be provided. Statutory authority: AS 16.05.255 Statutes being implemented, interpreted, or made specific: AS 16.05.255; AS 16.05.258; AS 16.05.270; AS 16.05.783; AS 16.05.790; AS 16.05.920 Fiscal information: The proposed regulation changes are not expected to require an increased appropriation. How to receive further notices: The ADF&G Boards Support Section keeps a list of individuals and organizations interested in its regulations. Those on the list will automatically be sent a copy of all of the boards’ notices of proposed regulation changes. To be added to or removed from the list, send a request to Kari Winkel at kari.winkel@alaska.gov, giving your name, and either your e-mail address or mailing address, as you prefer for receiving notices. Alternatively, visit the website at https://boardofgame.adfg.alaska.gov or contact ADF&G Boards Support Section at (907) 465-4110. Individuals can also signup to receive automated notifications of all State of Alaska notices, including public notice for regulation changes, by subscribing to the Alaska Online Public Notices System: https://aws.state.ak.us/OnlinePublicNotices/Default.aspx. ADDITIONAL REGULATION NOTICE INFORMATION (AS 44.62.190(g)) 1. Adopting agency: Alaska Board of Game 2. General subject of regulation: Areas closed to hunting and trapping 3. Citation of regulation (may be grouped): 5 AAC 92.510, 5 AAC 92.550 4. Department of Law file number, if any: 2026200226 5. Reason for the proposed action: ( ) Compliance with federal law ( ) Compliance with new or changed state statute ( ) Compliance with court orders (x ) Development of program standards ( ) Other (identify): 6. Appropriation/Allocation: Natural Resources and all RDUs; OMB Component Number 2048 7. Cost of implementation to the state agency and available funding (in thousands of dollars): Initial Year Subsequent Years FY 27 FY 28 FY29 Operating Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 Capital Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 1002 Federal receipts $ 0 $ 0 0 1003 General fund match $ 0 $ 0 0 1004 General fund $ 0 $ 0 0 1005 General fund/ program $ 0 $ 0 0 Other (identify) $ 0 $ 0 0 8. The name of the contact person for the regulation: Name: Kari Winkel Title: Executive Director, Board of Game Address: Boards Support Section Alaska Department of Fish and Game PO Box 115526 Juneau, AK 99811-5526 Telephone: (907) 465-6098 E-mail address: kari.winkel@alaska.gov 9. The origin of the proposed action: __X__ Staff of state agency _____ Federal government ___ General public _____ Petition for regulation change _____ Other (identify) 10. Date:__October 13, 2026____ Prepared by: /s/ Name (printed) Kari Winkel Title (printed): Executive Director Telephone: 907-465-6098

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