Holdfast Alaska

Holdfast Alaska

@holdfastalaska

Hello & Welcome to Our Life on The Last Frontier! We are Amy & Dennis, and this is our Off Grid Homestead in Alaska. We have been homesteading for 12+ years and recently moved from the Kenai Peninsula to the Eastern Interior. We live a subsistence lifestyle and want to share skills, lessons, and daily life from our cabin in the Alaskan Wilderness! Get in touch with us at: holdfastfarmstead@gmail.com Join the Homestead for members only videos and posts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdYB30E

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24 Hours Near The Arctic Circle | Winter Hunting & Camping
YouTubeNov 7, 2026
Winter Hot Tent Camping with Horses in Alaska
YouTubeOct 31, 2026
Preparing for a -60°F Alaskan Winter
YouTubeOct 24, 2026
1,000 Miles for Winter Supplies | Remote Alaska
YouTubeOct 17, 2026
24 Hours Hunting, Trapping & Cabin Building in Remote Alaska
YouTubeOct 10, 2026
Alone Running Our Remote Alaskan Homestead
YouTubeOct 3, 2026
Final Days Moose Hunting in Remote Alaska
YouTubeSep 26, 2026
Moose Hunting & Living Off The Land in Remote Alaska
YouTubeSep 19, 2026
2 Days Hunting, Fishing, & Foraging in Alaska's Backcountry
YouTubeSep 12, 2026
3 Days Moose Hunting in Grizzly Country | Remote Alaska
YouTubeSep 5, 2026
Turning a Grizzly Bear Into 2 Months of Winter Food | Living Off The Land in Al…
YouTubeAug 29, 2026
Hunting and Eating Grizzly Bear in Remote Alaska
YouTubeAug 22, 2026
Subsistence Moose Hunting in Alaska | First Hunt of the Season
YouTubeAug 15, 2026
Pulling the Fish Wheel & Preparing for Subsistence Moose Camp | Alaska
YouTubeAug 8, 2026
Stocking Up for Alaska's Long Winter
YouTubeAug 1, 2026
Packing Salmon with Horses from Alaska's Copper River
YouTubeJul 25, 2026
Launching a Community Fish Wheel on The Copper River
YouTubeJul 18, 2026
Building a Fish Wheel for Our Village | Remote Alaska
YouTubeJul 11, 2026
Living Off The Land in Alaska's Copper River Basin
YouTubeJul 4, 2026
Building and Launching a Fish Wheel on Alaska's Copper River
YouTubeJun 27, 2026
Racing to Rebuild Our Fish Wheel Before the Salmon Arrive | Subsistence Homeste…
YouTubeJun 21, 2026
We Lost Our Fish Wheel on Alaska's Copper River
YouTubeJun 17, 2026
Foraging in Alaska | Wild Food Preservation Over Fire
YouTubeJun 13, 2026
Using The Whole Salmon | Feeding Our Family Through Alaska's Winter
YouTubeJun 7, 2026
3 Days at Subsistence Salmon Camp on Alaska's Copper River
YouTubeJun 3, 2026
Preparing an Abandoned Fire Truck for Fire Season | Remote Alaska
YouTubeMay 30, 2026
Eating Beaver and Porcupine in Remote Alaska
YouTubeMay 23, 2026
Foraging in Alaska | Birch & Cottonwood
YouTubeMay 20, 2026
24 Hours Truck Camping Near Alaska's Abandoned Copper Mine
YouTubeMay 16, 2026
24 Hours in Alaska's Copper River Basin | Trapping, Birch Syrup & Pack Horses
YouTubeMay 9, 2026
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Spring Renewal: A Homestead Rhythm in Remote Alaska
Stories
Spring Renewal: A Homestead Rhythm in Remote Alaska

Witness the Westerlind family's meticulous preparations for a new Alaskan summer, a testament to resilience, faith, and the quiet beauty of a life lived close to the land. This isn't just about chores; it's about stewardship and finding the sacred in the everyday.

Holdfast Alaska
Holdfast Alaska
Rogue Adventurers
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When the Alaskan Winter Bites: Homesteading, Resilience, and the Lift Pump
Troubleshooting
When the Alaskan Winter Bites: Homesteading, Resilience, and the Lift Pump

A sudden cold snap in Alaska brings unexpected mechanical woes to the Westerlind family. Join them as they troubleshoot a truck breakdown, melt snow for water, and share a warming bowl of salmon chowder – a testament to grit and grace in a harsh environment.

Holdfast Alaska
Holdfast Alaska
Rogue Adventurers
3 min
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Bone Broth & the Exodus: Sustaining Life Beyond the Sirens
Recipes
Bone Broth & the Exodus: Sustaining Life Beyond the Sirens

A remote Alaskan family demonstrates traditional food preservation – caribou bone broth – showcasing a vital skill for those preparing for an uncertain future. It’s a testament to Provident Self-Reliance and honoring the whole animal, a skill we all need to cultivate.

Holdfast Alaska
Holdfast Alaska
Rogue Preppers
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The Slow Grind: Homesteading, Grouse, and the Race Against Winter
Stories
The Slow Grind: Homesteading, Grouse, and the Race Against Winter

Amy and Dennis of Holdfast, Alaska, are building a life off-grid, and their recent move demands a relentless focus on preparation. Their grouse hunt isn't just about supper; it's about facing the coming winter, a lesson in grit and provision.

Holdfast Alaska
Holdfast Alaska
Rogue Hunters
3 min
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Clearing the Way: Alaskan Homesteading, Snowcats, and the Work of Our Hands
Stories
Clearing the Way: Alaskan Homesteading, Snowcats, and the Work of Our Hands

The Westerlind family’s Alaskan homesteading is a masterclass in resilience, resourcefulness, and the quiet rhythm of a life lived close to the land. Witnessing their labor reminds us of the preparation and purposeful work that defines the Rogue Adventurer’s journey.

Holdfast Alaska
Holdfast Alaska
Rogue Adventurers
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Alaska's Pantry: Foraging for Food & Medicine – and Lessons for the Road
Techniques
Alaska's Pantry: Foraging for Food & Medicine – and Lessons for the Road

The Alaskan wilderness isn’t just stunning scenery; it’s a larder overflowing with natural bounty. This video unpacks some incredible foraging techniques, offering practical skills for anyone embracing off-grid living—or simply wanting to connect more deeply with the land.

Holdfast Alaska
Holdfast Alaska
Rogue Adventurers
3 min
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Building Resilience: Foraging, Fermenting, and Storing for the Long Season
Techniques
Building Resilience: Foraging, Fermenting, and Storing for the Long Season

When the grocery supply chain wobbles, knowing how to harvest, preserve, and process what the land gives you is the ultimate form of food sovereignty.

Holdfast Alaska
Holdfast Alaska
Rogue Farms
4 min
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The Cycle of the Homestead: Building Resilience from the Ground Up
Techniques
The Cycle of the Homestead: Building Resilience from the Ground Up

Homesteading isn't just about pretty pictures—it's about mastering the cycles of food, water, and community that Big Ag forgot.

Holdfast Alaska
Holdfast Alaska
Rogue Farms
4 min
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The Long Trek Home: Preparing the Homestead for the Gathering
Stories
The Long Trek Home: Preparing the Homestead for the Gathering

Following a family's journey deep into the Alaskan wilderness to acquire vital equipment, this post explores the theme of preparation and the calling to build a life of faith on the frontier.

Holdfast Alaska
Holdfast Alaska
Rogue Adventurers
4 min
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From Smoker to Starter: Turning Homestead Bounty into Artisan Bread
Techniques
From Smoker to Starter: Turning Homestead Bounty into Artisan Bread

Learn how to use every scrap of your homestead life—from beef heart to spent starter—to bake incredible sourdough loaves.

Holdfast Alaska
Holdfast Alaska
Rogue Bakers
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The Deep Roots of Food Sovereignty: Lessons in Subsistence from the Alaskan Frontier
Techniques
The Deep Roots of Food Sovereignty: Lessons in Subsistence from the Alaskan Frontier

Learning to harvest, process, and preserve your own food is the ultimate act of food sovereignty, a skill far more valuable than any commercial supply chain.

Holdfast Alaska
Holdfast Alaska
Rogue Farms
4 min
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Making Magic: The Art of the No-Recipe Sourdough Starter
Techniques
Making Magic: The Art of the No-Recipe Sourdough Starter

Forget the fancy scales and precise measurements. We're going back to the bush methods to build a potent, reliable sourdough starter using just flour, water, and patience.

Holdfast Alaska
Holdfast Alaska
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
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