The purpose of this funding request is three-fold

First, to continue to provide leadership by sharing information with alaska entities from regional and national invasive species organizations to which alaska department of fish and game (ADF g) is a member and promote collaboration among alaska entities already engaged in any level of invasive species management, and to prompt and increase engagement among alaska organizations. Secondly, to increase involvement in early detection monitoring for aquatic invasive species in freshwater and marine ecosystems by community based monitors by creating forums for discussion in alaska invasive species partnership committees, providing supplies to partners to collect water samples or engage in field sampling. Finally, to strategize ways to improve early detection of freshwater aquatic invasive species based on GIS-based mapping applications that pools data on vectors and pathways, proximity to known populations of aquatic invasive species, habitat suitability, and past or present management actions at water bodies in alaska to make informed management decisions.ADF g will continue to participate virtually or in-person with statewide, regional and national invasive species organizations. Serve as a board member of the alaska invasive species partnership (according to akisp bylaws), chair three committees. Work with akisp, state, federal, and tribal agencies and local organizations and interested members of the public to raise awareness about invasive species and preventing their introduction and or spread in alaska through outreach products. Survey for aquatic invasive species in marine and freshwater ecosystems. Promote community-based monitoring and field sampling for aquatic invasive species by providing communication forums, providing information on field sampling techniques, making sampling equipment available, and share reports of aquatic invasive species. Contract with the university of alaska to maintain, improve, and share an ARC-GIS based web tool to inform aquatic invasive species management decisions. The beneficiaries of this work are diverse: alaskans and visitors who rely on native fish and wildlife species for commercial, recreational or cultural purposes. Alaskans and visitors who access cultural sites, homes, work sites, lodges, fishing holes, and recreational areas via watercraft, floatplane, or other aquatic conveyance. Alaskans and visitors who are wildlife viewers, beach walkers, swimmers, paddleboarders, and beach sitters. Anyone who lives or visits alaska because of the natural beauty, opportunities to commune with aquatic environments, or harvest or view native fish and wildlife. Scientists working or studying alaska aquatic ecosystems.no sub-recipient activities are identified in this award.