Old Harbor Native Corporation (OHNC) shareholders own much of the land surrounding the village of Old Harbor, including Sitkalidak Island. Anyone wishing to hunt, fish, camp, sightsee, conduct research, or engage in other recreational activities on OHNC land must obtain the appropriate Land Use License and comply with all the applicable requirements and fees.
The following licenses are available:
- Fishing and Hunting Land Use License - Required for sport fishing, hunting, and sightseeing activities. Users must be accompanied by an OHNC or Old Harbor Settlement Trust (OHST)-approved transporter.
- Bear Hunting Land Use License - Required for non-guided bear hunts when transportation is provided by a local transporter. Users must be accompanied by an OHNC/OHST-approved transporter.
- Camping and Recreational Land Use License - Required for camping and recreational use of OHNC land.
- Guide and Transporter Authorization - Individuals providing guide and/or transportation services on OHNC land must have a current signed license agreement with OHNC.
The OHST Board of Directors has adopted a Land Use Policy governing the use of OHNC-owned lands in and around Old Harbor.
Land Use License Requirements
A Land Use License is required for non-shareholders using OHNC lands for activities such as:
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Berry picking
- Camping
- Sightseeing
- Educational or research activities
When a License is Not Required
A Land Use License is not required for:
- OHNC shareholders
- OHNC descendants
- OHNC spouses
when using OHNC land for non-commercial purposes.
When a License is Required but No Fee Applies
A Land Use License is required, but the fee is waived, for Alaska Native individuals who:
- Are a Koniag shareholder, or other Alaska Native village corporation within the Koniag region; and
- Are accompanied by an OHNC shareholder, descendant, or spouse.
When a License and Fee Are Required
The following users must obtain a Land Use License and pay the applicable fee:
- Non-Alaska Native individuals
- Commercial users, including hunting and fishing clients
License Fees
- Bear Hunting License
- Alaska Residents: $2,000
- Non-Residents: $3,000
- Allows the harvest of one bear on Sitkalidak Island for up to 14 days from the start date.
- Deer Hunting License
- Alaska Residents: $150
- Non-Residents: $300
- Allows the harvest of one buck and one doe per season for up to 7 days from the start date.
- Fishing License
- Alaska Residents: $150
- Non-Residents: $300
- Valid for 7 days from the start date.
- Fishing restrictions
- Big Creek: Catch and release only
- Barling Bay: Catch and release only
- Sitkalidak Island: Legal limit (2 fish per day)
- Camping and Sightseeing License
- $500
- Valid for 7 days from the start date.
- Permits camping and sightseeing only.
- Hunting is not allowed.
- Fishing is limited to catch and release.
- Archaeological/Educational Permit
- Fee waived ($0)
- Valid for 20 days from the start date.
All license fees support the Old Harbor Scholarship Foundation.
Land Use Licenses are only required when OHNC land is being used. A license is not required for fishing trips that do not land on OHNC property.
Licensed Guides and Transporters
Individuals participating in commercial hunting or fishing trips on OHNC land must obtain a Land Use License and use an approved guide or transporter from the OHNC Licensed Guide/Transporter List.
Land Use Licenses will not be issued for commercial hunting or fishing trips unless an approved guide or transporter is used.
To qualify for the OHNC Licensed Guide/Transporter List, applicants must:
- Be an OHNC shareholder, descendant, or spouse who resides in Old Harbor for at least six months each year.
- Hold all required federal and state licenses and permits.
- Maintain liability insurance as required by law and list OHNC as an additional insured.
- Comply with all requirements of the Land Use Policy.
There is no fee to be added to the Licensed Guide/Transporter List.
If you are interested in being added to the list or would like to provide feedback on the Land Use Policy, please contact OHNC at info@oldharbor.org or (907) 278-6100.
Cabins
The three OHNC-owned cabins on Sitkalidak Island are available for use by shareholders and descendants only.
There is no fee to use the cabins. However, all users must sign in with the OHNC office and sign a liability waiver before use.
The cabins may not be used for commercial purposes, including guided hunts.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or would like to submit a Land Use License application and associated fees, please contact OHNC at info@oldharbor.org or (907) 286-2286.
Apply for a Land Use License
Complete the online application form below to request a Land Use License for activities on OHNC land.
