Ten-part series from Tour of Anchorage champion Holly Brooks.
Published: February 16th, 2008 12:56 AM
Last Modified: February 16th, 2008 01:29 AM
POPULATION: 20 (2006)
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LOCATION: On Petersville Road, at Mile 114.9 of the George Parks Highway, west of Trapper Creek.
DESCRIPTION: Primarily a seasonal community; fewer than 10 percent of the 190 homes are occupied year-round. Unemployment is relatively high in the area; subsistence and sporting activities are integral to the lifestyle. Some residents are retired. Those employed work in a variety of industries such as education, transportation and construction. A lodge and several bed-and-breakfast businesses are located in the area.
HISTORY: Dena'ina Athabascans have utilized the area historically for hunting. In 1905, gold was discovered on Cache Creek and upper Peters Creek.
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