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Ep. 641: 15 Years of Living Off the Land in Alaska

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Navigating Alaskan Wilderness: Land and Life

This chapter explores the historical and legal complexities of land management in Alaska, particularly around the Trans-Alaska Pipeline era. It shares personal narratives of living off the land, including the adventures of trapping, canoeing, and building cabins while highlighting community interactions and the challenges of survival. Through the experiences of individuals like Fred and Smeagol, the chapter juxtaposes ambitions against the realities of wilderness life.

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