Aleneva, Census-designated place in Kodiak Island Borough, United States.
Aleneva is a small settlement on the southern coast of Afognak Island, situated on a low shoreline facing Raspberry Strait. The community consists of scattered houses nestled among forest, with open views across the water to nearby islands.
The settlement was founded by Russian Old Believers who migrated from Oregon to Alaska during the 1950s. This religious community sought a remote location where they could maintain their traditions away from the outside world.
Residents practice Russian Orthodox traditions and rely on subsistence hunting, fishing, and gardening to meet their daily needs. These activities shape community life and reflect how people have adapted to this remote setting.
The settlement is accessible only by float plane departing from Kodiak, as there are no roads connecting it to the outside. Power comes from individual generators since public utilities do not reach this location.
The community is largely self-sufficient, relying on local resources rather than outside commerce or employment. Visitors often notice the absence of shops, services, or economic activity typical of other settlements.
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