Each week, we share short films created through See Stories programs. These films highlight stories of place, culture, and community from across Alaska.

These films were produced during the 2026 Currents of Connection youth media workshop in Naknek. Made possible by generous support from the World Wildlife Fund and the Bristol Bay Economic Development, with partnership from Native Movement, Bristol Bay Media, the Naknek Native Village Council, and the Bristol Bay Museum.

The Price of Change — Brennon Peters

The Price of Change, a film by Naknek Student Brennon Peters, looks at the relationship between salmon prices, commercial fishing, and the well-being of local families and Bristol Bay communities. Through reflections from local fishermen, the film considers how changing prices and rising costs affect a way of life that has been passed down through generations.

“If everything else went away, if I still fished, I’d be good.” – local Naknek commercial fisherman, Erin Peters.

Watch The Price of Change here. 

One Fish, One Community — Teya Olsen

In One Fish, One Community, by Naknek student Teya Olsen, local fishermen and community members share what salmon means to them, from a way of life passed down through generations to a source of connection, opportunity, and community.

Their stories also look toward the future, speaking about the importance of protecting the water, caring for the natural resources that sustain Bristol Bay, and making sure salmon continue to return for generations to come.

“We may come from different walks of life, but we’re united by one fish.”

Watch One Fish, One Community and hear from the people who call Bristol Bay home.

Six Generations: Many More to Come — Audrina Pacheco

In Six Generations: Many More to Come, Naknek student Audrina Pacheco brings together four generations of commercial salmon fishermen to share what fishing has meant to their family, their community, and their lives.

For them, fishing is about more than the harvest. It’s about memories, family, working together, caring for the water, and passing knowledge on to the generations ahead.

“It’s just so many generations behind us, and then many more to come.”

Watch Six Generations: Many More to Come

A Legacy on the Water –a film by Meadow Phelps

For the Phelps family, fishing is deeply connected to family, culture, and generations of life on the water.

In this week’s film, Naknek student Meadow Phelps shares her family’s fishing legacy and their hopes for the future of Bristol Bay.

“I want my kids and grandkids to fish. I hope that they can keep this legacy going and earn income from it. But more importantly, spend time with family.”

Watch A Legacy on the Water 🎥

 

 

 

 

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Come back each week, as we feature a new film from the Currents of Connection workshop. Across every film in this series, one thing remains clear: storytelling matters. These films preserve histories, strengthen cultural connections, amplify community voices, and create space for meaningful conversations about identity, resilience, and the future.We are grateful to all of the educators, students, Elders, culture bearers, and community members who shared their voices and stories through this series. You can continue exploring these films and additional educational resources through the See Stories Teacher Tools Community, where educators can access lesson plans, digital storytelling resources, and more.

And to watch each film from this workshop, find them on our website here or view the full series here on Storymap. This story map is a living record of that week. It holds their films, their voices, and the place that shaped them, offered here for community members, partners, and anyone who wants to understand why Bristol Bay salmon matter so much, and to whom. Or find the full series on our website here. We’ll feature a new film here at seestories.org/movie-monday and our Instagram and Facebook. Follow us for more updates!