A commercial pilot, Nelson has also worked as a herring and salmon spotter. He previously served as environmental coordinator for the Bristol Bay Native Association, including and director of the Bristol Bay Marine Mammal Council. A member of the Nushagak Fish and Game Advisory Committee, Nelson has been active in community groups, including the Dillingham Tribal Council and village corporation board. He replaces Trefon Angasan of South Naknek on the board. The state Board of Fisheries is responsible for setting regulations for the conservation and management of Alaska fisheries.
Terms are for three years.
Members are subject to legislative confirmation. The two appointments are the first under a law that changed the date that terms expire from January to June. The change eliminated a period of time when board members were seated but not confirmed and was recommended by Knowles' transition team. All Rights Reserved.