is located on Nelson Island, in western Alaska. It is 18 miles upriver
from Toksook Bay and 100 miles west of Bethel. It lies at approximately
60░ 28' N Latitude, 164░ 44' W Longitude (Sec. 33, T005N, R088W, Seward
Meridian). The community is located in the Bethel Recording District.
The area encompasses 97 sq. miles of land and 5 sq. miles of water.
Nelson Island has been inhabited by the
Qaluyaarmiut, or "dip net people," for 2,000 years. The area was
relatively isolated from outside contact, and has kept its traditions
and culture. In 1964, many residents moved to Toksook Bay.