Who we are

The Alaska Shorebird Group, formed in 1997, is a mix of academic and private researchers, federal and state agency staff, conservation organizations, and shorebird enthusiasts whose goal is to raise public awareness of shorebirds in Alaska, achieve consensus on needed conservation actions, and exchange information on issues, research findings, and education.

Executive Committee

Chairperson

Prior Chairs
Laura McDuffie (elected 2022), Katie Christie (elected 2020), Rebecca McGuire (elected 2018), Christopher Harwood (elected 2016), Erin Cooper (elected 2014), Roy Churchwell (elected 2012), Joe Liebezeit (elected 2010), River Gates (elected 2008), Audrey Taylor (elected 2006), Steve Kendall (elected 2004), and Brian McCaffery (elected 2002).  Brad Andres served as unofficial chair beginning in 1997.

Secretary

Prior Secretaries
Arin Underwood (elected 2022), Laura McDuffie (elected 2020), Melissa Gabrielson (elected 2019), Lisa Kennedy (elected 2017), Kim Jochum (elected 2015), Brian Robinson (elected Dec 2014), Erin Cooper (elected 2012), River Gates (elected 2010), Joe Liebezeit (elected 2006), and Bob Gill (elected 2002).

Members

Staff Support

Terms of Reference