Alaska Sea Grant Bookstore

We work with scientists, educators, resource users, and with our Marine Advisory Program agents and specialists, to provide publications about the marine environment. If you don't find what you need here, you can search for Sea Grant publications in the NOAA Library.

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cover of the Field Guide to Seaweeds of Alaska. Second edition. Mandy R. Lindeberg and Sandra C. Windstorm

Field Guide to Seaweeds of Alaska

This award-winning field guide, updated in 2024, features over 150 common seaweeds, seagrasses, and marine lichens in Alaska. Written by experts, it includes stunning photos and detailed descriptions, making it an essential resource for enthusiasts, seaweed farmers, beachcombers or researchers alike. $38. Order this book

photo of the Alaska Sea Grant seaweed buff. Bright colors of seaweed with the Alaska Sea Grant logo.

Alaska Sea Grant Seaweed Buff

This versatile neckwear was thoughtfully designed to showcase four species of Alaska's edible seaweeds. This neckwear was constructed to be worn in every situation, doing whatever activity you love. Original artwork by Dark Feather Designs. $20. Order this item

Cover of the Alaska Emergency and Disaster Homeowner's Handbook, 2nd edition, December 2025. Photos of a wildfire, damaged building after an earthquake, tools, nails, tape measure, hammer, pliers, tape, and two abandoned buildings hanging over a sandy bluff that has eroded away. Alaska Sea Grant and University of Alaska Fairbanks logos. And authors names: Arthur Nash and Davin Holen.

Alaska Emergency and Disaster Homeowner's Handbook, 2nd edition

This updated handbook helps you to prepare and maintain your home and property for a range of natural disasters and extreme weather conditions, to prepare for an evacuation, and to recover after returning home.

Free. Download this booklet

6th edition, Seafood Direct Marketing Manual cover. Published by Washington Sea Grant. Man on cover in an open boat pulling up a fish.

Seafood Direct Marketing Manual

Formerly known as the Fishermen’s Direct Marketing Manual, this new edition is a comprehensive guide for seafood harvesters looking to sell their catch through non-traditional distribution systems. This manual has become an essential resource for fishermen. Much of the content is also applicable for seafood marketing by mariculture operators. Free. Download this guide or order a hard copy

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Guide to Marine Mammals of Alaska

The only book that exclusively covers all 29 marine mammal species of Alaska, including illustrations, descriptions, and range maps. $25. Order this book

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Guide to Marine Mammals and Turtles of the US Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico

Includes all U.S. Atlantic species of whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, manatees, and sea turtles. $25. Order this book

Common Edible Seaweeds in the Gulf of Alaska

Common Edible Seaweeds in the Gulf of Alaska

Learn how to locate, identify, and prepare several species of seaweeds and one beach plant as tasty snacks and for the dinner table. Download $10.80, hard copy $12. Order this book

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For general questions, special orders, or wholesale orders, email  or call 907-474-6707.

Bookstore manager: Dawn Montano

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Aquaculture

Coastal Community Development

Coastal Hazards

Coastal Resilience

Commercial Fishing Safety and Survival

Exploring Alaska

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For Kids

Gift Ideas

Marine Conservation

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Seafood Harvesting and Handling

Seafood Processing

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