Planning ahead isn’t optional, it’s survival.
In Seldovia, we all know the importance of not just a BIG but a stocked pantry, as sometimes fresh food and resources become a community effort. Local fishermen, hunters, and gardeners share their summer harvests, while neighbors take care of each other, firewood, and homemade preserves. What goes around comes around, and we all are eager to lend a hand. Even small acts, checking on a neighbor’s roof after a storm or helping clear snow from the docks, can make the difference between comfort and hardship.
Health and wellness are tightly linked to connection. Doctors and emergency services are limited, so residents rely on each other. Parents teach kids outdoor skills early—fire-starting, ice navigation, and reading weather signs, skills that build confidence and safety in a harsh landscape. Mental resilience is equally important; neighbors create warmth through shared meals, stories, and traditions that turn isolation into community.
