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Eric Larson

Eric Larson came to Alaska with his uncle, Iver Johnson, and was introduced to the Chisana area. He is married to Nancy Larson. He did some mining, hunting and guiding in the Chisana area, which wasn't a national park until later. His mother-in-law lived there year round and they visited quite often. Eric and Nancy live in Fairbanks, Alaska, where they have a large barn and horses.

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Wrangell-St.Elias National Park

Interview Title	Abstract	Archive #: Oral History	Project	Date of Interview
Eric and Nancy Larson	Eric and Nancy Larson were interviewed by William Schneider on May 14, 1998 at their home in Fairbanks, Alaska. This interview was arranged because of their connections with the community of Chisana. They were recommended as people who know Ivan Thorall, an old timer at Chisana. They go to Chisana seasonally for hunting, but they have a house there and Nancy's mom is now living in the community. Eric first started going to hunt at Chisana with his uncle Iver Johnson in the 1940s. In this interview, the Larsons discuss the history of their activities at Chisana, old timers from the area, and information about trails. They also provide perspective on the conflict between guides and residents over horse versus four-wheeler access into the area.	98-20	Wrangell-St.Elias National Park	May 14, 1998