Jan Straley Archives

Sitka objects to ‘critical habitat’ designation for humpback whales

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Jan 3, 2020 | Local News, Syndicated

Sitka has gone on record opposing a proposed federal rule that would create special protections for humpback whales in Southeast waters, even though most of the whales that feed in the region are not listed as endangered or threatened. Read More

Sitka WhaleFest a ‘celebration of marine life’

by KCAW Staff | Oct 23, 2019 | The Morning Interview

WhaleFest director Alex Thorne and biologist Jan Straley (who is co-director of the WhaleFest science symposium) outline plans for this year's event, November 1-3. The impressive lineup of speakers is chosen for their communication skills, and their ability to 'talk to you and me.' Read More

‘Food Web Cruise’ sets sail this Saturday (brunch included!)

by KCAW News | Mar 20, 2018 | The Morning Interview

Justine Webb is the field station coordinator for the Sitka Sound Science Center and Jan Straley is a humpback whale biologist with the University of Alaska Southeast. They're preparing for this Saturday's Food Web Cruise (8:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 24, departing from Crescent Harbor; tickets $55 including brunch, available at Old Harbor Books or on the dock).Read More

The real Sitka journey of Steinbeck’s ‘Doc Ricketts’

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Nov 27, 2015 | Local News, Syndicated

A new collection of essays about one of the most iconic figures in American literature has been published, shedding new light on his connections to Alaska -- and to "Star Wars." Read More

From ice to apex, WhaleFest ’15 explores ocean edges

by Saundra Gemmill, KCAW | Nov 8, 2015 | Local News, Syndicated

In its 19th year, the annual science symposium is organized by the Sitka Sound Science Center and features three days of lectures, markets, and whale cruises. The theme this year was “Life on the Boundary” - devoted to scientific study at the edges of the ocean. Read More