Alaska Online Public Notices #LAS 36001

Land Use Permit for Commercial Big Game Guiding on Alatna River, Alaska

This opportunity involves a land use permit application for commercial big game guiding operations on state land along the Alatna River, Alaska. - Government Buyer: - State of Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land and Water, Northern Region Land Office - Applicant/Vendor: - Frederick H. Harbison, dba Iron Hills Guides and Expedition Training - Products/Services Requested: - Commercial big game guiding services on the Alatna River - Use of temporary, portable camps for up to 7 people (guides and hunters) per season - Equipment includes: - One 24-foot river boat - Two 17-foot square stern canoes with 15HP motors - Three steel barrels - Canvas wall tent - Fuel storage (with containment tubs and absorbent pads) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - No permanent structures allowed; only temporary camps - Strict environmental protection and waste management measures - Site restoration required at the end of each season - Seasonal occupation (August to September) each year for a 5-year term - Public comment period included - No specific OEMs or commercial product manufacturers are mentioned, as this is a land use permit for guiding services rather than a procurement of goods.

Description

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land and Water, Northern Region Land Office has received a land use permit application from Fredrick Harbison, doing business as Iron Hills Guides and Expedition Training. The permit supports commercial guiding activities off the Alatna River, with the proposed site occupied from August to September. The permit term is for 5 years, from 2026 to 2031. Public comments on the application are due by June 15, 2026.

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