ADL 234842 DNR Trapping Cabin Permit Application for construction of 3 cabins in western Alaska

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land and Water, is considering an application for a 10-year Trapping Cabin Permit for the construction and use of three trapping cabins along an established trapline in western Alaska. The applicant, David Humphrey, proposes to build three cabins with sizes of up to 400 square feet, 192 square feet, and 192 square feet, respectively. The cabins will be used for seasonal trapping activities from November to March. The public is invited to comment on this activity, and written comments must be received by the Division of Mining, Land and Water on or before 5:00 PM on June 9, 2026. • The proposed locations of the cabins are near Kisaralik Lake, Akoswift Creek, and Cascade Lake. • The applicant has provided justification for the purpose and need for each cabin, including storage of supplies, safety, and length of trapline. • The applicant has also provided information on the means of transportation to the established trapline, which is by airplane and snowmachine. • The application is subject to AS 38.95.080 and may be modified during the review and adjudication process.