Coastal resiliency is the ability of our local nearshore ecosystems to cope with change and maintain its essential function, identity and structure.
The Hoonah Indian Association Coastal Resilience Program investigates how oceanic change will impact traditional indigenous coastal resources and subsistence foods. We are recording baseline oceanographic data in order to 1) understand the current state of our coasts & resources, 2) understand their vulnerability to change and increase resilience, and 3) strengthen the role of Tribes and indigenous peoples in marine and coastal science, and ocean and coastal management.

Meet the HIA Scientific Divers
Sean Williams

Coastal Resilience Program Manager
Arianna Lapke

TRAYLS Program Coordinator
Ian Johnson

Community Catalyst & Environmental Coordinator
Reports & Resources
Blog Posts
- Fisheries Technology Course: Gain College Credit and Learn about Marine Resources
- HIA Environmental assists with reactivating local fish and game Icy Straits Advisory Committee
- Whalefest in Hoonah: Celebrating Cultural Connections
- Starfish Wasting Disease Found at Icy Strait Point, Long Island, Whitestone Harbor, and False Bay
- No Invasive Species Detected in Hoonah Harbor