2021 Alaska Project: House Build for NATIVE ALASKAN

DATE: 7/31/2021-08/14/2021

ESTIMATED COST: $150 per week

OVERVIEW OF ACTIVITIES

A message from our Program Director

This service trip will largely focus on building a home for a family in need.

TYPICAL SCHEDULE

What to Expect

On Your Way to Unalakleet:   If you are flying into Anchorage, AK on your way to Unalakleet, you are encouraged to eat a hearty meal because there is typically only one connecting flight and it may be delayed.  It is also recommended that you either bring a garbage bag to cover your suitcase, or bring waterproof luggage, because all bags will likely sit on the airport tarmac after arrival in Unalakleet.  Finally, we suggest you have rain gear readily available – be prepared for rain.  Once in Unalakleet:  A typical day includes having breakfast around 7:30 a.m., morning devotions and praise around 8 a.m., working on projects until 3 or 5 p.m. in the afternoon, and interacting with local villagers.  See itinerary link below for detailed schedule. 

LODGING & FOOD

Where We Stay & What We Eat

We stay in town at a local gym and eat regular meals.

TRANSPORTATION

How We Get Around

Usually we move around the area in local trucks.  There is also opportunity to walk around the village and local landmarks.

SUPPLY LIST

What to Bring

• Bible
• Bedding: sleeping bag, pillow, alarm clock and ear plugs (if a light sleeper) etc.
• Bath: bath towel, soap, shampoo, toothbrush and toothpaste, personal items, flip flops for shower etc.
• Clothes: work clothes, clean clothes for church (nothing fancy), layered clothing (like jackets, sweaters, etc.), work gloves, rain gear etc.  Please note, there is a washer and dryer available as well.
• Shoes: work boots and/or calf high rubber boots (tennis shoes are ok for the airport and around the village but not so good for fishing, hiking etc.) 
• Other: fishing gear, camera, flashlight, non-aerosol bug spray, hand sanitizer, water bottle etc.

HEALTH & SAFETY

As of February 2021, the City of Unalakleet, AK is requiring travelers from outside the City to (a) obtain the COVID-19 vaccination or quarantine for 14 days AND (b) provide negative COVID-19 test results 72 hours prior to travel. 

Requirements - NEW Travel Activity Form Into/Thru Unalakleet! & NEW Travel Permit (must be submitted 72 hours before travel)

Recommendations

Helping Hands International recommends you follow those health and safety recommendations readily published by the CDC and Travel Alert program offered by the US State Department, as well as those recommended by your personal physician.