All alaska outdoors lodge whether youre a photographer, adventurer, or a curious fisher, we highly recommend a stop at this amazing piece of alaskan history. Richard proenneke retired from his job as an operator and mechanic at age fifty to live the next thirty years of his life in the wilds of twin lakes, alaska. Wilderness ethos of dick proenneke lake clark national. For more than 30 years a man by the name of dick proenneke lived alone in the alaskan bush. Dick proenneke s simple, yet profound account of his 30 year adventure in the remote alaska wilderness continues in this sequel to alone in the wilderness. Listed on the national register of historic places in 2007, the richard proenneke national historic site is a wellknown example of an alaskan bush log cabin.
His only neighbors were the wolves and grizzly bears and his only transportation was his canoe and a good set of legs. Step into dick s cabin and step into the home of one of alaska s foremost wilderness icons. He has been captivated by this place since his youthinspired by the. Kick back and enjoy a beautiful float plane ride on a dehavilland beaver into the vast landscape of twin lakes, alaska lake clark national park where the legendary dick proenneke lived alone in. Richard louis dick proenneke 19162003 find a grave. Book an alaskan vacation with all alaska outdoors lodge and view the proenneke cabin for yourself, in the same condition as dick proenneke left it in 1999. Books by richard proenneke authors like richard proenneke. Watch through his eyes as he continues to document with his 16mm windup bolex camera, capturing his own amazing craftsmanship, the stunning alaskan wildlife and scenery and even a visit. Richard proenneke was an american selfeducated naturalist who spent over three decades of his life, alone and cut off from modern utilities like electricity and telecommunication, in a handcrafted log cabin in the mountains of alaska near the shore of twin lakes. However for most of the winter seasons richard would return to the lower 48 states, often spending his time visiting with family, schools, and various groups sharing his experiences and films of his adventures at twin lakes, alaska. Proenneke historic site, and protecting, managing and interpreting the wilderness and natural and cultural heritage of the twin lakes basin located in lake clark national park. To order the new alone in the wilderness the dick proenneke photo album coffee table book. May 4, 1916 april 20, 2003 was an american selfeducated naturalist who lived alone for nearly thirty years in the mountains of alaska in a log cabin that he constructed by hand near the shore of twin lakes. Lucky for us he was a devoted writer, capturing in his journals life in alaska s wilderness the ebb and flow of nature and the daily lives of those making their home in the wilderness that would later become lake.
Alone in the wilderness, the story of dick proenneke, by bob. Richard proenneke, alaska wilderness hermit articles. Alone in the wilderness, dvd and vhs available, the story of. Alone in the wilderness, the story of dick proenneke, by. Friends of donnellson library new richard proenneke journal. One of the more intriguing shows that pbs runs occasionally especially during its pledge drives is the documentary alone in the wilderness, which chronicles the exploits of dick proenneke, who retired in 1967 to twin lakes, alaska. Readings from one mans wilderness national park service. Often called a modernday thoreau, richard proenneke took up residence in a small cabin he built in twin lakes, alaska, in 1968, and spent the next thirty years living alone there, observing the natural environment and making his life a part of it. Sam keith dick s friend has done a wonderful job of turning dick s diaries into a book. Richard dick proenneke retired at age 50 in 1967 and decided to live the alaska dream to build his own cabin with his own hands on the shores of twin lakes.
Alone in the wilderness, dvd and vhs available, the story of dick. Friends of donnellson library richard proenneke museum home. New dick proenneke s cabin at twin lakes dick proenneke built this cabin on twin lakes in lake clark national park by hand, and lived here for 30 years. Dick proenneke shot over 3000 feet of 8mm movie film. Discover proenneke s cabin in lake and peninsula, alaska. He did prove to himself that he was able to make it through a winter season. Dick proenneke hiking with a legend the alaska life. Dick proenneke s life at upper twin lake was a rich existence. Richard proenneke, lee county, iowa native, born in 1916 became an icon in alaska by building a cabin with only hand tools, is credited with helping. Alone in the wilderness location map richard proenneke. A life in full stride describes the multitude of visitors proenneke encountered not only from the general public, but also from national park service staff.
In 1968, at the age of fiftytwo, richard dick proenneke constructed a log cabin on the edge of a remote wilderness lake in southwest alaska and lived there alone for thirty years. Reading about his daily life in a oneroom selfbuilt cabin at the gorgeous twin lakes in alaska is fascinating. Richard proenneke and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Hes also the author of dick proenneke, reflections on a man in his wilderness. This book is available both at the library and our webstore at. Proenneke hunted, fished, raised and gathered his own food, and also had supplies flown in occasionally. Richard proenneke, sam keith alaska twin lakes region kodiak island wilderness survival travel pioneers frontier and pioneer life proenneke, richard infobuy. To dick proenneke, building his hope creek log cabin at twin lakes in alaskas lake clark. Order your copy today, click here the journals of richard l proenneke. Bob swerer productions presents alaska silence and solitude, a visit with dick proenneke 20 years after he built his famous cabin on twin lakes. Windsong wilderness retreat offers a comfortable alaska wilderness cabin on twin lakes in the heart of lake clark national park visit the cabin built by alaskan adventurer richard dick proenneke and enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing and fishing. Proenneke 19671973 this second volume of the journals of richard l. Ive read everything published so far from dick proenneke s journals, and this might be my favorite.
Richard proenneke built his cabin during the summers of 1967 and 1968 using mostly local. This story became widely known in 1973 when author. A complete tour of dick proenneke s log cabin on upper twin lakes in alaska, including his elevated log cache, his woodshed and the neighboring cabins owned by spike and hope carrithers and weiser. In this remote location proenneke builds a cabin by hand, and the documentary captures his labors with a variety of hand tools and. He built the cabin using only hand tools, many of which he fashioned himself. Bob swerer has taken the best footage from dicks films and he has created 3 videos about dick, alone in the wilderness, alaska, silence and solitude and the frozen north. Proennekes log cabin tour off grid cabins in alaska. Proenneke remained at twin lakes for the next sixteen months, after which he briefly visited home to visit relatives and. Proenneke s cabin at upper twin lake stands out for the remarkable craftsmanship that reflects his unshakable wilderness ethic. Friends of dick proenneke the alaska community foundation. In 2010, alaska geographic published the early years. Alone in the wilderness is the story of dick proenneke, one man who lived his dream in the alaska wilderness. His story inspired books and movies, including one mans wilderness and alone in the wilderness. Proennekes cabin at upper twin lake stands out for the remarkable craftsmanship that reflects his unshakable wilderness ethic.
The fifth journal completes the series of richard proenneke journals covering more than 30 years of the time richard proenneke spent at his beloved twin lakes alaska. Alone in the wilderness, the story of dick proenneke, by bob swerer productions richard louis dick proenneke was an amateur naturalist who lived alone for nearly thirty years in the mountains of alaska in a log cabin he had constructed by hand near the shore of twin lakes. Richard proenneke at his cabin in twin lakes, alaska. Twin lakes is a complex of two large lakes in lake clark national park in the u. Dick proenneke retired at age 50 in 1967 and decided to build his own cabin on the shore of twin lakes.
Twin lakes and dick proenneke as a boy my father, glen alsworth, sr. Dick proenneke reflections on a man in his wilderness alan bennett, laurel bennett on. Richard louis proenneke was an american selfeducated naturalist who lived alone for nearly thirty years in the mountains of alaska in a log cabin that he constructed by hand near the shore of twin. In 2012, the donnellson public library, which is located near proenneke s hometown, hosted a museum exhibit dedicated to the inspiring naturalist. Bob swerer produced the video the frozen north in 2006. Dick proennekes story, alone in the wilderness, available on dvd and vhs.
His observations are the basis for several books and videos, which in turn, have inspired people from around the globe to live more simply, to take closer notice of the natural world around them, and to explore the twin lakes. Browse richard proennekes bestselling audiobooks and newest titles. Richard proenneke audio books, best sellers, author bio. Parts of the journal have been made into a book by sam keith, along with colored photos that prove alaska is certainly one of, if not the, most beautiful places anywhere. Proenneke retired to twin lakes, alaska in 1968 and singlehandedly built a log cabin to live in. The cabin is in a remote location, surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Dick proenneke hiking with a legend by alan bennett dick stood and said, onward and upward, as we continued our climb up the side of one of the steep mountains surrounding twin lakes in southwest alaska s lake clark national park and preserve. His is the story of someone who forsook all else to pursue his dream. If you havent discovered the legendary dick proenneke, this book is a good introduction. Visit the legendary dick proenneke cabin on twin lakes.
Richard proenneke the man who spent 30 years in the. The friends of dick proenneke twin lakes endowment is intended to provide long term, reliable funding for both recurring and onetime expenditures associated with the care and preservation of the richard l. Maintained by jacob everett contributor 46897250 cremated, ashes scattered, who reports a ashes scattered on proennekes peak, near his cabin at twin. Read this book and over 1 million others with a kindle unlimited membership. Proenneke, 19741980 readers find one of alaska s best known wilderness icons going about his daily chores, documenting wildlife behavior, and participating in the creation of lake clark national monument in 197879 and later the national park and preserve in 1980. In the distance, a plane lands at upper twin lake for a proenneke cabin tour led by onsite backcountry rangers. President lincoln read books by candlelight in his boyhood cabin. Oct 29, 2015 this video is a short collection of highlights and photos from joseph classens 2012 solo adventure to twin lakes, alaska. Richard proenneke biography facts, childhood, family life.
Dick proenneke reflections on a man in his wilderness. An alaskan odyssey sam keith, richard proenneke, richard proenneke on. Alone in the wilderness dvd,dick proenneke retired at age 50 in 1967 and decided to build his own cabin on the shore of twin lakes. Dick proenneke is, to my mind, the father of wilderness living. Richard proenneke, an emigre from iowa to alaska, kept a journal during the time he was fulfilling his dream of living in an altogether undeveloped part of alaska. Richard proenneke quotes author of one mans wilderness. Once completed, he lived comfortably without phone, electricity and running water except for the streams and rivers close by, not to mention twin lakes for 30 years. The book was published by the alaska natural history association and national park service. Alone in the wilderness location map like most people, i became aware of richard proenneke and his log cabin during the pbs promotions of alone in the wilderness and alone in. Mar 27, 20 one of the more intriguing shows that pbs runs occasionally especially during its pledge drives is the documentary alone in the wilderness, which chronicles the exploits of dick proenneke, who retired in 1967 to twin lakes, alaska.
Rlp, proenneke, dick proenneke, raymond proenneke, proenneke journals. Dick is a wonderful man with the perfect skills for the wilderness life and the empathy with the earth that makes such a life possible. Richard proennekes journals lake clark national park. Joe classen on his 2012 solo adventure to twin lakes. I love the dvd productions of richard proenneke, and decided to purchase some of his journals. He found a place, built a cabin, and stayed to become part of the country. Covering the years from 1992 2000 this richard proenneke journal completes the series covering the time richard proenneke spent at his beloved twin lakes, ak. Proenneke s offthegrid lifestyle resonates with people around the world. Richard proenneke biography facts, childhood, family.
Apr 20, 2003 the fifth and final richard proenneke journal in the series. Mans wilderness one mans wilderness of richard l proenneke in his wilderness original book original book. There he built a cabin, hunted and gathered his own food, educated himself as a naturalist, and recorded his activities and findings in journals and on film. Dick proenneke cabin twin lakes, alaska must watch. Alone in the wilderness dvd, dick proenneke retired at age 50 in 1967 and decided to build his own cabin on the shore of twin lakes. The frozen north, dvd and vhs available, dick proennekes. An alaskan odyssey is a book, first published in 1973, by sam keith, based on the journals and photography of richard proenneke who, in 1968, retreated to the wilderness of twin lakes in lake clark national park, alaska to build a home for himself and live alone in the wilderness. Apr 08, 2017 dick proenneke hiking with a legend by alan bennett dick stood and said, onward and upward, as we continued our climb up the side of one of the steep mountains surrounding twin lakes in southwest alaskas lake clark national park and preserve. Proenneke built a cabin in twin lakes, alaska in 1968 and began thirty years of. Welcome to the richard proenneke store welcome to the richard proenneke store. Reading about his daily life in a oneroom selfbuilt cabin at the gorgeous twin lakes in alaska is. To dick proenneke, building his hope creek log cabin at twin lakes in alaskas lake clark national park was a chance for him to rely solely on his own strength and knowhow. Richard proenneke museum friends of donnellson library. In september of 2012, my autumn vacation plans for that year abruptly fell through at the last minute.
A naturalist, author, photographer who built a cabin in alaska at twin lakes. Embrace the wonder of nature with one extraordinary mans chronicle of living alone in the alaskan wilderness. Nps photo taken by richard proenneke and donated by raymond proenneke. Richard proenneke s home on upper twin lake is a popular destination for visitors to the park. A century later, a man named richard dick proenneke took the same idea to an extreme. The man who showed us how to be alone in the wilderness for decades, proenneke lived in a handmade cabin at alaskas twin lakes. Alone in the wilderness location map like most people, i became aware of richard proenneke and his log cabin during the pbs promotions of alone in the wilderness and alone in the wilderness ii. Dick proennekes cabin on twin lakes alaska youtube.
The fifth and final richard proenneke journal in the series to be released may 4, 2020. In 1997 bob swerer and bob swerer sr flew to twin lakes to visit with dick proenneke and explore the twin lakes region. Flying to the dick proenneke cabin at twin lakes, alaska. Richard proenneke 19162003 spent 30 years of solitude in the remote twin peaks region of alaska, beginning in 1968. Visit upper twin lakes and proennekes cabin lake clark. These have been made into books and the pbs smash hit, and absolutely must see film, alone in the wilderness, produced by bob swerer. Alone in the wilderness, dick proenneke photo album for sale.
Dick proenneke returned the next summer to finish the cabin where he lived for over 30 years. The first summer he scouted for the best cabin site, and cut and peeled the logs he would need for his cabin. The simple log cabin of a famed loner and naturalist stands preserved as a symbol of the ultimate diy lifestyle. Bob edited the film and added sound to create this fascinating film of one man living alone in the alaska wilderness. Dick proenneke s cabin on twin lakes alaska fly in trip alone in the wilderness.
Proenneke lived at twin lakes until he was 82, and eventually died in 2003 at the age of 86. Dick proenneke and his legendary cabin at twin lakes, alaska. Twin lakes alaska wilderness cabin in lake clark national park. Alone in the wilderness is just one story of dick proenneke. His cabin is now an official alaska historical site. In the mid19th century, henry david thoreau gained fame after sequestering himself for two years at a small cabin on walden pond. Dec 28, 2016 dick proenneke s cabin on twin lakes alaska fly in trip alone in the wilderness. Congress passing the alaska national interest lands conservation act, the twin lakes area became a prime destination spot almost overnight. Map of the alone in the wilderness cabin location with richard proenneke at twin lakes alaska. See more ideas about cabins in the woods, alaska cabin and how to build a log cabin.
The book is beautifully written and very hard to put down. This beautiful map of twin lakes country, labeled with the places richard explored is now available. Portions of richard proennekes famous cabin at twin lakes, alaska, have been replicated, including furniture. Alone in the wilderness, dvd and vhs available, the story. In this remote location proenneke builds a cabin by hand, and the documentary captures his labors with a variety of hand tools and resources taken from the. Proennekes cabin lake and peninsula, alaska atlas obscura. Many artifacts on exhibit including his journals, books and various items for sale.
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