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 570 3rd Ave # 219
Bethel, AK 99559
(907) 543-1541
 625 C Street
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907)929-9200
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Courtesy, National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institution,
L2356, Dr. Leuman M. Waugh, 1935 |
A man pulls his kayak on a kayak sled.
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Ayaperviik Cockpit Coaming Stanchions |
Description
Used to support the paddler's weight when exiting the kayak. Decorated with smiling male and frowning female faces, they also spiritually balance and protect the craft.
Dimensions
W- 5 1/4 in
H- 6 3/4 in
Diameter- 1 1/4 in
Credits
H. B. Collins, 1927, Nunivak, Department of Anthropology,
Smithsonian Institution 340373
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Pupsugcetaat Snowshoes  |
Description
Snowshoes carried by coastal hunters on the kayak's stern.
Frank Andrew said: "We used snowshoes out on the ocean during spring sometimes. When our path was obstructed by floating snow or ice, when it hardened, we'd put them on and get out and walk on the surface and not sink. We would finally drag the kayak onto solid ice."
Dimensions
L- 49 in
W- 8 1/2 in
H- 4 1/4 in
Credits
Nunivak, Anchorage Museum 1982.034.001AB
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Qerruinaq Sealskin Float |
Description
Frank Andrew said: "We never went without floats in open water on the ocean. We kept them inflated in case we happened to capsize while we were alone in a place with no ice."
Dimensions
L- 36 in
Diameter- 18 in
Credits
Prepared by Martina John of Toksook Bay, 2007,
Anchorage Museum
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Negcik Gaff |
Description
Gaffs supported grass mats as a windbreak while the hunters rested on the ice.
Dimensions
L- 72 in
W- 9 in
H- 2 in
Credits
Gaff made by Noah Andrew, Sr., 2007,
Anchorage Museum
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Imarnitek Seal-gut Parka |
Description
Seal-gut parka made by Neva Rivers from the intestines of a single bearded seal, with a wide hem made to fit snugly over the kayak's cockpit coaming.
Neva Rivers said, "It was their shield. Wind will not enter whatsoever, and the heat will stay inside. It is a useful item after it was a useless intestine. How smart!"
Theresa Moses recalled: "When we wore seal gut parkas, when we got thirsty, we'd look for lakes with fresh water and put some in the lower part of the garment to carry back so that others could drink, and the water wouldn't leak out.
Dimensions
L- 45 3/4 in
W- 6 1/4 in
H- 42 1/2 in
Credits
Anchorage Museum 2005.024.001
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Ivrucik Waterproof Skin Boots |
Description
"Men who were able to go seal hunting never went without them," recalled Phillip Moses.
Dimensions
W- 10 3/4 in
H- 43 1/4 in
Diameter- 26 in
Credits
Rosalie Paniyak, Chevak, 1978.
Anchorage Museum 1978.037.003
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Arilluuk Salmon-skin Mittens |
Description
Phillip Moses said: "They always had their mittens set out in the kayak ready for use. They would also put them beside them, along with their seal gut parka."
Dimensions
L- 11 3/4 in
W- 5 1/2 in
H- 3 in
Credits
Anchorage Museum Association Acquisition Fund,
Anchorage Museum 1976.053.001
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Anguarun Paddle |
Description
Paddle with narrow blade used in coastal waters. Paul John said, "If the blade was wide, as you lifted it up in the wind, it would be pushed back, making it difficult for you to switch sides."
Dimensions
L- 57 in
W- 4 1/4 in
Diameter- 1 1/2 in
Credits
J. A. Jacobsen, 1882, Togiak,
Ethnologisches Museum Berlin IVA4589
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Anguarun Paddle with Wide Blade |
Description
Paddle with wide blade, used for power paddling on the Yukon River. Frank Andrew said, "When one knows how to paddle, it is like going with an outboard motor."
Dimensions
L- 61 1/4 in
W- 6 1/2 in
Diameter- 1 1/2 in
Credits
J. A. Jacobsen, 1882,
Ethnologisches Museum Berlin IVA5597
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