I was born in Cumberland, Wisconsin, a small town in the Northwestern part of the state. I grew up in an off-grid cabin and learned to live off the land by way of my parents’ hunting, fishing, farming and gardening practices. I came from an honest and hardworking family and those values have stuck with me throughout my adult life. I earned my B.S. in Meteorology and Mass Communications from St. Cloud State, MN. I went on to complete my M.S. in geography at Northern Illinois University. I also worked at the National Weather Center in Norman, Oklahoma while studying for a Ph.D. for a little while. I also spent what extra time and money I had traveling as much as possible. Then, by a course of events that I attest to nostalgia for the lifestyle of my youth and a change of pace, I headed for Alaska. Soon, I was hooked up with Tim Osmar, a local dog musher and fisherman and we began our adventure together. Since moving to Alaska in 2010, I have had the opportunity (through generous donations by friends and sponsors) to participate in five Iditarod Races and numerous other mid-distance races in Alaska. In the summer I partake in the commercial salmon fishery in the Cook Inlet. These experiences have allowed me to see the natural beauty of Alaska in many remote places as well explore many of the populated ones.
Partial ocean and Mountain View. Almost 8 acres of treed land and the convenience of highway access. Home is one level with oil stove and woodstove. Open concept one level, prefect for a small family or retired couple. Also a 448 sf. Cabin with heat, power and outhouse. Woodshed and big smokehouse...
What a great location for a home, rental or investment. This one level home is roomier in the inside than you might think. Open floor plan with kitchen living room and dining, large bathroom and laundry room and lots of sleeping area with 3 bedrooms that includes a bunkbed in one. Big enclosed...
Government lot right on the Parks Highway with a little pull off. Just over 5 and a half acres perfect for a hunting cabin or even a home away from it all with easy road access. Seller has not had any surveys, creek near property. buyer or buyers rep to verify all info in
Kasilof property complete with home, two rental cabins, storage shed and chicken coop. Log cabins built in 2016-2017, perfect for year round rentals or the summer vacationers. Located on a quiet, dead-end street, minutes from Crooked Creek and the Kasilof River, this location is famed for world...
This property has a unique opportunity to work from home on a ''budding'' career. Home is well maintained with a small attached garage. In floor heat makes the polished concrete floor comfortable and easy to maintain. Seller has built an efficient 1674 square foot cannabis grow shop. Shop has two...
Caribou Hills log home could make a full time residence or a luxurious off grid get away. Breathtaking views and bountiful wildlife adorn this well maintained property with a large groomed lawn cleared and mowed. Well and septic offer all the creature comforts, full bathroom with claw foot bathtub....
Lost Creek Ranch'' an oasis in the heart of the Caribou Hills that was once fully functioning off-grid ranch. Basically 100 acres of prime land of stunning views, rolling hills. A hand hewn log cabin, outhouse, and storage shed nested in the holler. Up top of the hill is the barn, equipment pole...
Larger Parcel sandwiched between the Parks Highway and the Alaska Railroad line. Across the highway the lovely rest stop at Kashwitna Lake, a popular fishing hole. Parcel has a well built driveway with lots of gravel goes back about 500 ft into property and then extends to north lot gated see...
Just half mile off Oil well with by Lost Creek trail or Straight In trail, makes for an central location that is easy to access by trail. Views of Redoubt, Illiamna and even a peak of Augustine. Would make a great spot for your hills get away cabin, just down from the water
Shop with a view of the Cook inlet and the mountains on the other side. This 1600 sq ft shop is waiting for its new owner to bring it back to life. Inside the front section you will find an office separated from the work area, then you will find ample work space with room for 2 cars, plenty of...
Rare find. 40 acres of dry land with a mix of young growth and well established trees. Drive less than 2 miles and your on the highway. Homestead road is not borough maintained in winter. Property was logged over 20 years ago to removed beetle kill and was also replanted with young spruce. Some...
Oasis. Large, old growth trees are established along the upper ridge line of this property. Lush greenery creates a dense thicket as the terrain slopes down to Happy Creek. Lots of wildlife, birds, moose, and bear love this area. With some clearing this property could provide your dream oasis in...
Brand new cabin tucked away in the woods where nobody will find you. Well-built 12x16 cabin is 2x6 construction with a 4-foot porch. Main floor is divided in two sections with beautiful pine door dividitng the 2 rooms, with tongue and grove celling. Cabin has roomy loft for sleeping or storage. Lot...
Beautiful mostly level parcel of land along the Sterling Hwy 8 miles out of Ninilchik. Perfect spot for a fish camp or year round residence with the potential for a view of the mountains and inlet with out the
Some of the most quiet and pristine land you will find in the Caribou Hills. And top it off there is at least one artesian spring, naturally flowing out of the side of the valley. Virtually a 40 acre parcel, with easements on all four sides and seismic trail splits a small corner of the property...
Volcano Views Just 8 easy miles out of Homer this 2 acre property is ready to build. Well, natural gas and electric already on sight with grave pad and circle driveway off the
So much potential for this property. Right off the Sterling Highway for easy access, just a few miles from Ninilchik. Big open yard for adding a garage or shop. Well has great water per seller. Home has been loved and lived in for 65+ years, needs some maintenance but is livable. Electrical and...
Fixer upper cabin in the heart of moose hunting country. Some wet area on property, lots of larger trees, devils club, blueberries and wildlife. Road has been extended and is in great shape. Seller plans to work on cabin and will add pictures overtime. Off grid with good cell phone service...
Fantastic starter home, recreational property or even retirement home. Circle driveway, large storage shed and plenty of room to customize this property to suit your needs. Set in a quiet neighborhood right in Ninilchik. Minutes from world class fishing, basic services and a quaint small town feel....