On rivers and in courtrooms, Alaska battles for land inside national parks and preserves

In this episode, we delve into the contentious dispute between Alaska and the federal government over land ownership beneath the state's remote rivers and lakes. Alaska's Department of Natural Resources sends teams on river expeditions to gather evidence for state ownership claims, which could impact access, resource management, and regulations for locals, tourists, and officials. Despite years of lawsuits and political shifts, resolution remains elusive, leaving many in limbo and highlighting the irony of relying on court decisions and bureaucracy in a state known for its wild frontier. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.