Esther Hugo

The road to Umiat would connect the Dalton Highway through the foothills of the Brooks Range to Umiat, but it would also disrupt the subsistence lifestyle many people depend on.

Anaktuvuk Pass is an area rich with cultural, traditional and natural spirit. Established in 1949, we're a community that embodies the pride of our Nunamiut ancestors who were the last nomadic tribe to settle in Alaska. We carry this pride with us every day, as it continues to shape who we are and where we come from.