OC's Land & Resources
The Ounalashka Corporation is the major landowner on Unalaska, Amaknak and Sedanka Islands. Under ANCSA, OC was entitled to 115,000 acres of land in these areas. OC’s lands are open to use by shareholders, tribal members and non-shareholders for subsistence and recreational activities, such as salmon fishing, gathering foods in the intertidal zone, such as clams, mussels, sea urchins, chitons and seaweed; the collection of greens and herbs; and berry picking.
For non-shareholder visitors to the island, a Land Use Permit is required, and certain activities are not allowed or may be restricted to specific areas. Use of OC lands without a permit is considered trespass. Trespassers may be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. OC reserves the right to withhold approval of any permit request.
For more information or to purchase commercial or educational-use permits – such as access for film crews – contact info@ounalashka.com.
Please be sure to check OC’s berry harvesting guidelines before gathering on our lands.
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Live with and respect the land, sea, and all nature
Respect the Land
Litter, terrain damage from four-wheelers, snowmobiles and motorcycles, disturbance of archaeological sites, irresponsible campfires, and disregard for private property have damaged our lands in the past. This misuse prompted OC’s management and board of directors to launch a campaign to educate the public on appropriate land use.
Policies were adopted that prohibit littering, vandalism, graffiti, and off-road vehicles on OC lands. Security officers keep an eye on all activities and assist visitors. To track and control land use, OC issues permits for recreational use at a very nominal fee. Permits are free to shareholders and their descendants. The fees are a reminder that it is private land, and also aid local authorities in the event of an overdue hiker or camper.
Before You Purchase a Permit
If you purchased a weekly, seasonal, or annual permit it will be mailed to the address you provide below.
Please screenshot your receipt to have as a backup.