Sea Ice for Walrus Outlook local observers are free to report the ice, weather, and walrus observations that they feel are most relevant to safe navigation for hunters in their local area. Observers are encouraged to include photographs, but this is not required. Use of Indigenous language and terms is also welcomed. Guidelines for reporting are inclusion of date, location, and description of conditions as follows: “Please include descriptions such as sea ice and weather conditions, local safety hazards and concerns, how you were traveling, or presence of game. Your own thoughts on how conditions compare to historical patterns, use of Native language, and other relevant information are welcomed.” Optional information includes observer name (to allow for anonymity) and photographs.

The most important achievement to date is the network itself, which includes Indigenous experts, weather forecasters, scientists, and project managers. The relationships built through eight years of collaboration and co-produced outlooks continue to strengthen.