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Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve Nunamiut sled dog team (Anchorage Museum of History and Art, Ward W. Wells Collection, WWS-4501-150)
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Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve
Stories

Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve is more than beautiful landscapes, changing seasons, and critical habitat for hundreds of plants and animal species. It is a collection of inter-related and multi-layered stories that add dimension to the land and its history. Check back as we add more stories.

Military Exploration of the Brooks Range

USGS Exploration in the Brooks Range

Gold in the Brooks Range

Kobuk Gold Rush

Creation of Gates of the Arctic National Park & Preserve

Subsistence and Gates of the Arctic

Is That a Village in a Wilderness Park?

Government Geologists Cross Central Brooks Range

If some of these stories have piqued your interest, check out our Suggested Reading List.

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A July snow dusting tents in the Itkillik valley.

Did You Know?
It can get below freezing and snow in Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve any month, even in July.
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Last Updated: June 21, 2011 at 18:45 MST