Hunting and trapping continues to be an essential life-way for modern Alaskans. From putting food on the table, to providing the means to obtain cash, the boreal forest of the Interior is a rich environment for those needing or wanting to subsist on their local resources.
    Members of our community help us to understand that part of the Alaskan identity which represents freedom, self-reliance and an appreciation for the beauty of the forest. Traditions are passed forward through a community that learns to use resources responsibly, and works to preserve the wild lands for future generations.
    Despite the many challenges facing modern hunters and trappers, from issues surrounding land use, enforcement agencies, ethical debates, and management strategies; hunting and trapping will continue to embody the spirit of Interior Alaska.

Exhibit Features

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Credits list the donors and contributors who made this exhibit possible.

Download the Timeline. Historical events and periods of change in Interior Alaska (pdf)

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This exhibit was on display at the Museum in 2008.

Image by Barry McWayne