Black River autumn

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Two Eskimo women, Minnie Gray and Sarah Ticket, have fished the mouth of the Black River near their home in Amber, AK, for two days each September for the past 50 years, Their fishing routine, attitudes, and catch of pike and whitefish are described.

Author: Jans, Nick
Inuit

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How much does a house weigh?

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An Alaska resident describes his effort to build a home on a lot he purchased in remote Ambler, AK. He finds it necessary to fly all of his building materials to Ambler from Anchorage, which is more than 600 miles away.

Author: Jans, Nick
Personal narratives, Residential construction, House construction

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The river inside

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A description of Alaskan scenery is presented, with focus on the effect that water has on the landscape. The wildlife of glacial and non-glacial rivers and lakes is featured.

Author: Jans, Nick
Environmental aspects, Natural history, Water, Natural resources, Alaska, Yukon River

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