October 20, 2008
Glacier Bay Whale Waters Vessel Speed and Course Restrictions LiftedSuperintendent 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 07, 2008
Cruise ship quotas
Superintendent Cherry Payne proposes cruise ship quota for the 2009 operating season. Public comment is solicited.
October 01, 2008
Vessel 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 05, 2008
Proposed Invasive Plant Management Plan Environmental Assessment Available & Open for Public Comment
The Alaska Region has completed an Environmental Assessment (EA) for invasive plant management, which includes work to be done in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve.
August 27, 2008
Glacier Bay National Park Receives Environmental Program Recognition
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve has been recognized for Environmental Management Program accomplishments in 2007.
August 22, 2008
Cruise Ship Proposals
Six Cruise Lines Submit Proposals to Operate in Glacier Bay
August 17, 2008
Vessel Speed and Course Restrictions in Whidbey Passage
Superintendent Cherry Payne announced today that the mid-channel course restriction and vessel speed limit of 13 knots through the water in Whidbey Passage is canceled, effective immediately.
August 11, 2008
Tweedsmuir Glacier Surges To The Alsek River
The surging Tweedsmuir Glacier in Canada threatens to block the Alsek River. Such an event could cause outburst flooding that threatens river rafters, Dry Bay residents, and cause damage to park and private property.
August 06, 2008
Park roads and parking areas to be chip sealed in August 2008
Superintendent Cherry Payne announced today that a chip seal will be applied to the main park road and parking areas starting August 8th. The road improvement project will start at the park boundary and end at the public use dock, and may cause short traffic delays.
August 01, 2008
Temporary Camping Closure In The Nunatak Cove Area No Longer In Effect
Superintendent Cherry Payne today announces a lifting of the temporary closure to overnight camping from 1 mile north of Nunatak Cove to 1 mile south of Goose Cove in the East Arm of Glacier Bay. However, an advisory remains in effect for the shoreline between Goose and Nunatak Coves.
July 25, 2008
Changes in Vessel Speed and Course Restrictions to Protect Whales
Acting Superintendent Mark Foster announced today that a mid-channel course and vessel speed limit of 13 knots through the water is being implemented in Whidbey Passage in Glacier Bay to protect numerous humpback whales that have been sighted in the area. At the same time, Foster announced that the 13 knot speed limit for vessels traveling between Willoughby and Flapjack Islands has been lifted. These revised restrictions will apply from 5 AM Saturday July 26 until further notice.
July 17, 2008
Vessel Speed Restrictions Implemented Around Point Carolus And The Entrance To Glacier Bay
Acting Superintendent Kris Nemeth announced today that a vessel speed limit of 13 knots through the water is being implemented around Point Carolus and the entrance to Glacier Bay to protect numerous humpback whales that have been sighted in the area. This speed restriction will apply to all vessels from 5 AM Friday July 18 until further notice.
July 14, 2008
Temporary Camping Closure In The Nunatak Cove Area
This notice is to inform kayakers of a temporary closure to overnight camping issued from 1 mile north of Nunatak Cove to 1 mile south of Goose Cove in the East Arm of Glacier Bay due to a recent bear incident.
July 09, 2008
Bear Advisory Issued For Northern Composite Island
District Ranger Gus Martinez announces a bear advisory in effect for northern Composite Island due to a recent incident involving two sub-adult brown bears and a lone kayaker.
July 08, 2008
Vessel Speed Restrictions Implemented Near Willoughby Island In Glacier Bay To Protect Whales
Superintendent Cherry Payne announced today that a vessel speed limit of 13 knots through the water is being implemented near Willougbhy Island in Glacier Bay to protect numerous humpback whales that have been sighted in the area. This speed restriction will apply to all vessels from 5 AM Wednesday July 9 until further notice.
July 01, 2008
Bear Activity at McBride Glacier
This notice is to advise kayakers of a potential for Bear/Human conflict at the mouth of McBride Inlet
June 27, 2008
Bear Advisory Issued For the Bartlett Cove Campground
Chief Ranger Randy Larson announces a bear advisory in effect for the Bartlett Cove Campground due to a recent incident in which a bear obtained food from a tent.
June 26, 2008
Bear Advisory Issued For Northern Beardslee Islands
Chief Ranger Randy Larson announces a bear advisory in effect for the northern Beardslee Island due to a recent incident in which a black bear obtained food from a kayaker.
June 05, 2008
Vessel Speed Restrictions Implemented In Lower Glacier Bay To Protect Whales
Superintendent Cherry Payne announced today that a vessel speed limit of 13 knots through the water is being implemented in lower Glacier Bay whale waters to protect numerous humpback whales that have been sighted in the area. This speed restriction will apply to all vessels from 5 AM Friday June 6 until further notice.
May 20, 2008
Glacier Bay Cruise Ship Prospectus
May 20, 2008
January 16, 2008
Compendiums Open for Comment
Alaska's National Parks are inviting comment on each park's designations, closures and restrictions.
December 31, 2007
Bartlett Cove Whale Display Proposed
The National Park Service will prepare an Environmental Assessment for the Bartlett Cove area to consider display of a 46 foot humpback whale skeleton. The environmental consequences of a range of alternatives will be analyzed.
September 24, 2007
New Superintendent Announced at Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve
National Park Service Regional Director Marcia Blaszak announced today that Cherry Payne was selected to be the next superintendent at Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve. Former Superintendent Tomie Lee recently retired from the National Park Service. “Cherry brings a wealth of experience in park management, park operations, interpretation, and partnerships to the Alaska Region,” stated Blaszak. “She will be a wonderful asset to us as Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve continues to offer excellent opportunities for visitors to experience Southeast Alaska.”
June 08, 2007
TEMPORARY CLOSURE IN THE QUEEN AND RENDU INLET AREA NO LONGER IN EFFECT
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Superintendent Tomie Lee announced today that the temporary closure to foot traffic and overnight camping due to recent bear activity in Queen and Rendu Inlets, in the West Arm of Glacier Bay is no longer in effect. The closure extended from the West shore of Queen Inlet, east of longitude 136 degrees, 38 minutes along the entire shoreline to the East shore of Rendu Inlet , west of longitude 136 degrees, 33 minutes (see attached map). The area was closed after a brown bear sow was observed near a dead bear cub in accordance with the park’s guidelines for managing bear-human interactions, in a precautionary effort to prevent injuries to those visiting this area of the park.
June 01, 2007
TEMPORARY CLOSURE IN THE QUEEN AND RENDU INLET AREA
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Superintendent Tomie Lee announced today that an immediate closure to all foot traffic and overnight camping due to recent bear activity has been ordered for the area of Queen and Rendu Inlets, in the West Arm of Glacier Bay.
May 31, 2007
Vessel Speed and Course Restrictions Implemented to Protect Whales
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Superintendent Tomie Lee announced today that a vessel speed limit of 13 knots through the water is being implemented in lower Glacier Bay whale
waters to protect numerous humpback whales that have been sighted in the area. This speed restriction will apply to all vessels from 5 AM Thursday, May 31 until further notice.
December 27, 2006
Proposed Compendium Changes for 2007
Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve is seeking public comment on the park's proposed 2007 Superintendent’s Compendium.
November 30, 2006
Glacier Bay National Park Vessel Management Plan Regulations
Glacier Bay National Park, Vessel Management Plan Regulations
September 26, 2006
Whidbey Passage Vessel Speed and Course Restrictions Lifted
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Superintendent Tomie Lee announced today that the 13 knot vessel speed limit and mid-channel course restriction in Whidbey Passage will be lifted as of 5AM on Wednesday, September 27, 2006.
September 18, 2006
Point Dundas to Point Gustavus Vessel Speed and Course Restrictions Lifted
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Superintendent Tomie Lee announced today that the 13 knot speed limit for vessels traveling in Park waters between Point Dundas and Point Gustavus has been lifted. Recently the number of humpback whales sighted in this area has declined significantly, resulting in the cancellation of these special vessel operating restrictions as of 5AM on Tuesday September 19, 2006.
September 06, 2006
Glacial Outburst Occurs at Abyss Lake
Boaters in Dundas Bay, located in Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve, this weekend reported that
Abyss Lake has apparently released a large quantity of water as a result of a predicted sudden glacial
outburst.
August 31, 2006
Vessel Operating Restrictions Effective 1 Sep 2006
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Superintendent Tomie Lee 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.
