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i have lived in alaska for 31 years. in the summer i typically work & explore, the winters i ski and run dogs. i enjoy every moment i have in this great place.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
you will get to experience off-the-grid life in alaska, the beautiful alaska summer & the magic of sled dogs. it's a good place to learn how to become self-reliant & to live life at a slower pace.
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****JUNE JULY AUGUST, contact gus****
help with the feeding and care of our well-trained and well-socialized sled dogs. in the fall and winter that will also entail everything that goes into training the dogs (harnessing, helping prepare for runs).
we also have chickens, so a love of fresh eggs is a must!
the ideal candidate will be somewhat independent & must love dogs.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
private off-the-grid cabin with wood stove. dinner will be provided. there is an outdoor shower as well.
What else ...
this would be ideal for someone who would like to experience some peace and quiet and to decompress. near world class fishing and hiking.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
3-4 hrs a day/ 5 days a week
Host ref number: 486899678237
Feedback (47)
15 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Nicole) for host
This workaway was a once in a lifetime experience! Gus and Emily were wonderful hosts who always made me feel welcome and comfortable. Being born and raised in Florida and then coming to Alaska in the winter was an adventure, but I quickly adapted. The yurt I stayed in had plenty of room and the pups that stayed with me, always kept me company.… read more
2 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicole)
coming from Florida to Alaska for a workaway, can be tricky. Leaving your flip-flops behind in the sunshine state and travelling to the opposite corner of North America is a big jump. And nicole knocked it out of the park.
Nicole is a self described "workaholic" and has a lot of experience with dogs. She's very attentive to their needs and takes… read more
Nicole is a self described "workaholic" and has a lot of experience with dogs. She's very attentive to their needs and takes… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sandra)
sandra almost fit in TOO well -- when her workaway ended, i thought we were going to have a new neighbor!
coming from northern spain to the always unpredictable alaskan winter, sandra had to be up for a challenge. life here is never easy and the wintertime, everything is much tougher.
sandra fit in immediately, taking to the dogs and definitely… read more
coming from northern spain to the always unpredictable alaskan winter, sandra had to be up for a challenge. life here is never easy and the wintertime, everything is much tougher.
sandra fit in immediately, taking to the dogs and definitely… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Abigail) for host
Clam Gulch. I stayed with Gus and Emily for one month, mid November to mid December. I have never seen so much snow in my whole life, absolutely stunning! This was the Alaskan experience I have been searching for. It is difficult to sum up a month worth of amazing experience into a paragraph. Just know this place is wonderful and it will impact… read more
19 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Abigail)
you can't go wrong with hosting abagail. here in clam gulch, she fit right in learning the routine with the dogs quickly and ably. we bestowed upon her a lifetime membership to the "clam gulch gym" because it snowed three feet in a week and that was followed by endless shovelling
life here can sometimes be a lot of work. this december was one of… read more
life here can sometimes be a lot of work. this december was one of… read more
(Excellent
)
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15 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Nicole) for host
This workaway was a once in a lifetime experience! Gus and Emily were wonderful hosts who always made me feel welcome and comfortable. Being born and raised in Florida and then coming to Alaska in the winter was an adventure, but I quickly adapted. The yurt I stayed in had plenty of room and the pups that stayed with me, always kept me company.… read more
2 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicole)
coming from Florida to Alaska for a workaway, can be tricky. Leaving your flip-flops behind in the sunshine state and travelling to the opposite corner of North America is a big jump. And nicole knocked it out of the park.
Nicole is a self described "workaholic" and has a lot of experience with dogs. She's very attentive to their needs and takes… read more
Nicole is a self described "workaholic" and has a lot of experience with dogs. She's very attentive to their needs and takes… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sandra)
sandra almost fit in TOO well -- when her workaway ended, i thought we were going to have a new neighbor!
coming from northern spain to the always unpredictable alaskan winter, sandra had to be up for a challenge. life here is never easy and the wintertime, everything is much tougher.
sandra fit in immediately, taking to the dogs and definitely… read more
coming from northern spain to the always unpredictable alaskan winter, sandra had to be up for a challenge. life here is never easy and the wintertime, everything is much tougher.
sandra fit in immediately, taking to the dogs and definitely… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Abigail) for host
Clam Gulch. I stayed with Gus and Emily for one month, mid November to mid December. I have never seen so much snow in my whole life, absolutely stunning! This was the Alaskan experience I have been searching for. It is difficult to sum up a month worth of amazing experience into a paragraph. Just know this place is wonderful and it will impact… read more
19 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Abigail)
you can't go wrong with hosting abagail. here in clam gulch, she fit right in learning the routine with the dogs quickly and ably. we bestowed upon her a lifetime membership to the "clam gulch gym" because it snowed three feet in a week and that was followed by endless shovelling
life here can sometimes be a lot of work. this december was one of… read more
life here can sometimes be a lot of work. this december was one of… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Georgie)
georgie is a real go-getter. she came to us at the last minute with her friend caleb and completely knocked it out of the park.
georgie fit in immediately and adapted very well to our alaskan lifestyle. she is a hard worker, easy to be around and able to take on any task and do it well. she is also very independent, which is a must here.
she… read more
georgie fit in immediately and adapted very well to our alaskan lifestyle. she is a hard worker, easy to be around and able to take on any task and do it well. she is also very independent, which is a must here.
she… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Georgie) for host
What a magical place! I stayed with Gus and Emily for a month during October/ November. I haven't even been away for 48 hours but I am getting Clam Gulch withdrawal!
You will stay in a wonderfully cosy yurt next to Emily's butcher shop. It has a propane stove and amazing wood burner which will save your life through the cold. Yes it can be very… read more
You will stay in a wonderfully cosy yurt next to Emily's butcher shop. It has a propane stove and amazing wood burner which will save your life through the cold. Yes it can be very… read more
18 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ashley )
sometimes you just stumble on that perfect fit. ashley joined us for five weeks of workaway and was exactly that.
ashley is punctual, reliable and solid in every way. she was able to tackle every task and was a quick learner. she has a real love for dogs. she is smart and funny and a pleasure to be around. if she were ever to run for a political… read more
ashley is punctual, reliable and solid in every way. she was able to tackle every task and was a quick learner. she has a real love for dogs. she is smart and funny and a pleasure to be around. if she were ever to run for a political… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Ashley ) for host
I was lucky enough to spend five weeks in Clam Gulch (Sept-Oct) and I wouldn't have changed it for the world. It was far from anything I had ever experienced: you're living off the electrical grid, situated in the (beautiful) Alaskan wilderness, and surrounded by the sweetest 30+ sled dogs. Tasks vary, though constants include feeding the dogs… read more
26 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mehrnoosh ) for host
Being in clam gulch was a whole new experience for me,learned a lot, feel stronger then ever .If you are a dog lover it will be a unique opportunity for you to spend time and live with some of the greatest dogs you could know in your life، not far from city and there is a possibility to have a short trip to city and back for grocery shopping or… read more
11 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mehrnoosh )
it's not every day we get a 50-yr-old ex-hairdresser originally from iran who is looking for the "clam gulch experience". but we met mehrnoosh and she was up for the challenge.
she wanted to challenge herself by doing something completely different. and turned out to be an excellent fit to every day life here. she is very reliable and… read more
she wanted to challenge herself by doing something completely different. and turned out to be an excellent fit to every day life here. she is very reliable and… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Drake)
I have a lot of respect for people who wander outside their comfort zone. Drake is definitely a person who did that by coming here. He left the comfortable confines of suburbia in Illinois and came up here and roughed it in Alaska.
drake has great attention to detail, is always very timely and communicates very well. except for his "joke of the… read more
drake has great attention to detail, is always very timely and communicates very well. except for his "joke of the… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Drake) for host
Gus & Emily were wonderful hosts to me when I stayed with them in July-August 2022. They give you your own little yurt to stay in with 2 cute dogs - Kenai & Luna. Emily is an amazing cook you will provide you fresh meals with fish that she caught herself and with plants that she has grown herself. Regarding the work, you will be expected to feed… read more
11 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Marilou)
when we first started dabbling in workaway, which was about four years ago, our first guest was a girl from Quebec. She was an excellent fit, so we figured every French Canadian would be. so we welcomed marilou.
And it couldn't of worked out better. Marilou Is easy to be around, communicates well, and notices the many details that make up our… read more
And it couldn't of worked out better. Marilou Is easy to be around, communicates well, and notices the many details that make up our… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Stillwater (katherine)) for host
What better way to experience Alaska than to become immersed in the world of sled dogs, authentic people, and hard work that comes with simple but deep satisfaction of the connection to what is around you. If I could sum up my experience in one word it would be "real". I surely would take this experience of living off-grid, in the forest,… read more
12 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Stillwater (katherine))
all the way. from the cozy confines of Vermont, stillwater joined us and completely knocked it out of the park.
Used to a similar lifestyle, she fit in and thrived immediately. A dog person at heart – she has a dog named Luna at home --- Stillwater learned the whole dog routine quickly and was able to take care of any tasks thrust upon her.
She… read more
Used to a similar lifestyle, she fit in and thrived immediately. A dog person at heart – she has a dog named Luna at home --- Stillwater learned the whole dog routine quickly and was able to take care of any tasks thrust upon her.
She… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Erin) for host
Consider yourself lucky if you get the chance to experience off grid living and the Clam Gulch lifestyle. Enjoy your time here because it is like no other. The work is challenging at times but overall makes you stronger and it gets easier the more you do it. The best way to end a day at the Clam Gulch gym is a soak in the wood fire hot tub-- where… read more
24 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Erin)
maybe it's a fault of mine, but I am always leery of taking a workaway who is younger than 21. The reason is because life so markedly different here and I'm never sure if somebody that young would adjust to life without the inter-web and Taco Bell. But we took a chance with Erin and it couldn't of worked out better.
Erin is hard-working, affable… read more
Erin is hard-working, affable… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucas)
lucas was the perfect compliment to the clam gulch lifestyle. he came to us after (way too) many stressful days living in the city and left an honorary resident of our humble hamlet. he is the kind of person that would be able to thrive anywhere.
he fit in almost immediately, learning the detailed routines of an off-the-grid lifestyle and a sled… read more
he fit in almost immediately, learning the detailed routines of an off-the-grid lifestyle and a sled… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Lucas) for host
This was my first experience as a workaway and I couldn't be more thankful.
Emily and Gus have become two friends of mine during and after my stay, as they welcomed me into their paradise. You'll come into a simple and honest life in a gorgeous setting : the forest of Alaska.
There, you'll take care of 36 lovely dogs two times a day, scooping… read more
Emily and Gus have become two friends of mine during and after my stay, as they welcomed me into their paradise. You'll come into a simple and honest life in a gorgeous setting : the forest of Alaska.
There, you'll take care of 36 lovely dogs two times a day, scooping… read more
5 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Zak)
we were lucky to have zak red allen stay here and he completely crushed it. in addition to reliably acing any chores (dog or otherwise), he engineered the flavor train with his amazing cooking.
zak made everything easy -- adjusting to the clam gulch life immediately. he is responsible, reliable and can take on any task. plus his snarky and… read more
zak made everything easy -- adjusting to the clam gulch life immediately. he is responsible, reliable and can take on any task. plus his snarky and… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Zak) for host
Gus and Emily are friendly, kind and genuine. Getting to share great food together after a wood fire hot tub and a beer is what life should be about.
The yurt you stay in is super comfy with a wood burning stove and two affectionate dog roommates. I am truly thankful.
I enjoyed the work and I will miss my friends dearly, both human and canine.… read more
The yurt you stay in is super comfy with a wood burning stove and two affectionate dog roommates. I am truly thankful.
I enjoyed the work and I will miss my friends dearly, both human and canine.… read more
6 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Connor) for host
What started as a work exchange involving chores such as feeding and picking up after 35 dogs (I counted...a couple times), ended as wonderful days planned around feeding and hanging out with furry friends. Gus and Emily have a very wonderful home set up in Clam Gulch. Their passion for the way they live is contagious. You’ll be able to get… read more
2 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Connor)
connor came here to start his post-high school gap year. it was an absolute pleasure to host him.
he quickly learned the daily routine with an eye to detail. connor assimilated to the "clam gulch life" almost immediately. he was able to handle every task and we enjoyed his company. he regaled us with stories about working at olive garden… read more
he quickly learned the daily routine with an eye to detail. connor assimilated to the "clam gulch life" almost immediately. he was able to handle every task and we enjoyed his company. he regaled us with stories about working at olive garden… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Olivia) for host
I was fortunate enough to be able to workaway with Gus and Emily and learn just a few of the secrets hidden in Clam Gulch. The days can be full of hard work (simple and easy are not words one speaks there), but it is so fulfilling. At the end of the day when you're sore and tired and bruised, there's nothing better than living in the woods with… read more
1 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Olivia)
olivia by nature is a quiet and reserved individual. for me, hard to read when i first meet someone. but after a two-plus month stay here, i can say olivia is quiet and reserved and quite capable, thank you.
she was able to handle any task and was responsible and detail orientated. we could rely on her to take care of whatever project capably.… read more
she was able to handle any task and was responsible and detail orientated. we could rely on her to take care of whatever project capably.… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Eleanor) for host
I had a wonderful time at Emily and Gus's that has left me with a deep craving for Alaska.
Gus and Emily welcomed me into their home and immediately made me comfortable. They have lived full lives, enthralling me with their stories, nuggets of wisdom, and humor. Tasks are reasonable and satisfying to complete (feeding dogs, stacking firewood,… read more
Gus and Emily welcomed me into their home and immediately made me comfortable. They have lived full lives, enthralling me with their stories, nuggets of wisdom, and humor. Tasks are reasonable and satisfying to complete (feeding dogs, stacking firewood,… read more
1 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Eleanor)
ella was an ace from the get-go. she showed up, learned the system and excelled. she is a total dog person and a go-getter, making life very easy for all of us.
she was a big help in any task and a pleasure to be around. ella seems like the kind of person that could potentially fit in almost anywhere. we were fortunate to have her!!
she was a big help in any task and a pleasure to be around. ella seems like the kind of person that could potentially fit in almost anywhere. we were fortunate to have her!!
(Excellent
)
12 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Alec) for host
My two weeks with Gus and Emily in their little paradise was far greater than I expected. They are very welcoming, understanding, and helpful people. I loved the delicious dinner that Emily provided each night (mostly local meat or fish) and sharing amazing stories and perspectives with them. Of course, the dogs were my favorite part and I fell in… read more
20 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Alec)
alec came to us as a last minute visitor. it couldn't have worked out better.
alec is a very quick learner, very thorough in everything he does, & is easy to be around. it was great to get to know him and our evening conversations were always interesting.
we were fortunate to find someone so capable on such short notice. i have a sneaking… read more
alec is a very quick learner, very thorough in everything he does, & is easy to be around. it was great to get to know him and our evening conversations were always interesting.
we were fortunate to find someone so capable on such short notice. i have a sneaking… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Melissa) for host
Gus and Emily were really good hosts, really nice! The way they are living is amazing (in the forest, sustainable) and it made me question myself a lot about the way I would like to live. And their dogs.... My god they are sooo lovely it has been a heartbreak for me to leave... They have all their own personality and always ready to give you… read more
18 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Melissa)
melissa came to us as a last minute, short term arrival. she definitely made the most of her visit and we were lucky to have her.
she is full of life and genuinely loves dogs. easy to be around and has a good attitude. helped with whatever needed done. self reliant. the kind of person you hope to meet in workaway.
she had to travel back to… read more
she is full of life and genuinely loves dogs. easy to be around and has a good attitude. helped with whatever needed done. self reliant. the kind of person you hope to meet in workaway.
she had to travel back to… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Frank) for host
Decided to up and leave my 9-5 job(s) for a month long excursion in Clam Gulch, AK. This was by far the best decision I made in a while. Gus and Emily were fantastic hosts and shared so many stories and experiences they had with Alaska/Antartica/Dog Sledding/Etc.
Emily is also an amazing cook and I would pick her food over high-class restaurant… read more
Emily is also an amazing cook and I would pick her food over high-class restaurant… read more
30 May 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Frank)
sometimes we get people who just survive here. Sometimes we get people who adjust well. And then sometimes we get those who thrive. Frank was definitely one of those who thrived.
He came here from New Jersey, and took to the lifestyle here quickly. he felt at home in his office helping clear our new land. And picked up on the dog duties… read more
He came here from New Jersey, and took to the lifestyle here quickly. he felt at home in his office helping clear our new land. And picked up on the dog duties… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Can) for host
I came to Clam Gulch after 2 years of stressful work in New Jersey. I was working with gamble addicts who were playing lottery all the time. All I heard was car sounds even when I was sleeping. When I started volunteering in Clam Gulch I started to see dreams after 2 years. Because there was no sound. Instead of gamblers I was spending my time… read more
21 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Can)
can arrived from new jersey and was thrust into life in alaska during winter 2021
the learning curve was steep, but can stepped up to the challenge. he took on every task with aplomb and fit right in amongst the dogs. life here is physically demanding and can earned his membership in the "clam gulch gym".
the learning curve was steep, but can stepped up to the challenge. he took on every task with aplomb and fit right in amongst the dogs. life here is physically demanding and can earned his membership in the "clam gulch gym".
(Excellent
)
27 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Margaret) for host
This was a wonderful experience! Gus and Emily and the dogs were great hosts, I give them 100 percent! They are very patient (especially with those of us not physically prepared for the clam gulch gym life lol) and very straightforward (they tell you what is important to them and let you know if you forget something or make a mistake which makes… read more
14 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Margaret)
maggie arrived in alaska after a delay (snowmageddon 2021 in texas -- which albeit was good training for winter here), and instantly settled in and thrived.
she has a keen sense for attention to detail and was extremely responsible and thorough in every task. she is one of those people who want to insure the job is done right. which is rare form… read more
she has a keen sense for attention to detail and was extremely responsible and thorough in every task. she is one of those people who want to insure the job is done right. which is rare form… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Benji)
due to a last-minute change, benji came aboard -- making it here in a record three days from interview to arrival. which in this day and age is impressive in itself!
benji is enthusiastic and eager and was able to fall right into the routine we lovingly call the "clam gulch gym" (due to seemingly everything taking a lot of physical labor,… read more
benji is enthusiastic and eager and was able to fall right into the routine we lovingly call the "clam gulch gym" (due to seemingly everything taking a lot of physical labor,… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Jan 2021
Left by Workawayer (Philip) for host
Uniquely wild and memorable experience with Gus & Emily in Clam Gulch! This was a last minute trip for a few weeks in December, but Gus & Emily were patient with the common learning curve that exists while coming to the woods of Alaska from the lower 48.
Pretty much all of the work involves physical effort, but I became a proud member of the… read more
Pretty much all of the work involves physical effort, but I became a proud member of the… read more
25 Dec 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Philip)
coming here at the last minute, i'm not sure if phil was ready for the "clam gulch gym" experience, but he surely embraced it.
since seemingly everything here involves physical labor (handling dogs, hauling water, stacking firewood), everyone gets a good workout on a daily basis. the fresh air is the bonus (also the beer stays nice and cold in… read more
since seemingly everything here involves physical labor (handling dogs, hauling water, stacking firewood), everyone gets a good workout on a daily basis. the fresh air is the bonus (also the beer stays nice and cold in… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Jan 2021
Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host
Gus and Emily are both very kind and understanding people! Coming from the city I was clueless on how to do many things, but Emily and Gus are extraordinarily patient. I do miss my yurt of solitude where you get to hang out with the friendliest dogs you’ll ever meet (I miss all the dogs now but especially Luna, Ruby, and Oscar, and Sugar!).
I… read more
I… read more
3 Jan 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah)
hannah told us she had always wanted to come to alaska and live the sled dog life. coming from the comfortable environs of downtown san fran, she jumped right in during the darkest and coldest part of the winter. headline -- big city biologist survives alaska!
it is nice to see someone who is thrown beyond their element make the effort and take… read more
it is nice to see someone who is thrown beyond their element make the effort and take… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (Rikki) for host
I spent nearly six weeks with Gus and Emily and their beautiful dogs. I arrived in the beginning of November with no snow so I was pretty bummed, but halfway through my stay the weather changed and I got to experience running the dogs and being a part of that was one of my favorite experiences. These dogs are incredible!! The work at Clam Gulch is… read more
13 Dec 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Rikki)
i was not made aware of it before she came here, but during a rebellious teenage phase, rikki took part in an organized backwoods canoe trip for naughty girls. perhaps that would have raised a red flag? in any case, rikki joined us for six weeks and was an absolute delight to have around.
comfortable and capable in every task, rikki is able to… read more
comfortable and capable in every task, rikki is able to… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (Lauren) for host
I had an amazing time with Gus and Emily and all of the dogs were amazing. It was a great place to decompress from the outside world while also getting some work done and there was a nice balance of helping out and free time. Gus and Emily are both very accommodating and great hosts overall. Thank you for having me!!
26 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Lauren)
for us, the dogs are our number one priority. so having lauren was the perfect fit since she is genuinely loves and cares for dogs. both our work schedules were super busy as well -- it was a nice thing to have someone around who wasnso attentive to the team.
the weather started out super snowy on her arrival, but quickly took a turn for the… read more
the weather started out super snowy on her arrival, but quickly took a turn for the… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Caitlyn) for host
Staying at Gus and Emily’s for 6 weeks was a great experience. Their off the grid lifestyle can be quite a sharp contrast to a house with electricity and running water, but that is part of the appeal of living here. If you’re here to get away from busy city life, then this is the perfect place. As Gus says, this is “the camping trip that never… read more
8 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Caitlyn)
things couldn't have been busier when caitlyn visited us -- the end of fall/pre-winter scramble. caitlyn jumped right in and ably handled any task given. she was comfortable being on her own and always was reliable, responsible and careful and her work. she is easy to spend time with -- and for a california girl -- able to adapt to the change of… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Aviv) for host
Gus and Emily were great hosts! I was looking for an experience to detach from things and Clam Gulch, Alaska was the perfect place to do so. I was able to go on beautiful hikes and bike rides, spend a majority of my time with the dogs and see the seasons change from summer to fall to winter. I was fed great, fresh food everyday and that was one of… read more
18 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Aviv)
aviv was the first to join us post covid shutdown & we were lucky to have a guy like him stay here. he was definitely one of the most energetic and adventuresome workawayers we have had & he was willing and able to tackle any task. it was nice to have someone around who was responsible and put thought into the things he did. aviv fit in well here… read more
(Excellent
)
9 May 2020
Left by Workawayer (Mike) for host
5 Star Experience For Living Through The Apocalypse!
My first Workaway experience and what a place to start.
Working with sled dogs had been a dream of mine for many years and I couldn't have asked for a better place to go than at Gus and Emily's.
Everything from the start was very welcoming and the atmosphere laid back and fun. Surprisingly it… read more
My first Workaway experience and what a place to start.
Working with sled dogs had been a dream of mine for many years and I couldn't have asked for a better place to go than at Gus and Emily's.
Everything from the start was very welcoming and the atmosphere laid back and fun. Surprisingly it… read more
13 Apr 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Mike)
mike happened to arrive right at the start of the coronavirus craziness in alaska. so we all hunkered down and waited it out.
the end of winter can be magic in alaska, & 2020 was no exception. mike has a lot of real world experience (around the world) & was able to jump right in and help out with dogs and beyond. he has a maturity and… read more
the end of winter can be magic in alaska, & 2020 was no exception. mike has a lot of real world experience (around the world) & was able to jump right in and help out with dogs and beyond. he has a maturity and… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Apr 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Céline)
celine broke all the workaway records on her stay — longest stay, most dogs fed, first in cookies eaten. she came for a month and stayed three.
she is a consummate dog person and excellent (in every way) with every project. without a doubt, she was in her element here and thrived. super punctual too — if you told her ‘ten minutes’, she would set… read more
she is a consummate dog person and excellent (in every way) with every project. without a doubt, she was in her element here and thrived. super punctual too — if you told her ‘ten minutes’, she would set… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Apr 2020
Left by Workawayer (Céline) for host
As many others said before (and after for sure), sharing time with Gus, Emily and all these amazing dogs (and chikens)will not leave you cold hearted. Here you will have the opportunity to spend your time with real and authentic people, surrounded by all of what nature can offer.
Nothing here felt like working really, the day starts late morning… read more
Nothing here felt like working really, the day starts late morning… read more
7 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Veronica Cecilia & Natalia Noel) for host
Gus and Emily, were amazing with me. I loved to learn every day. I enjoyed every day staying at Gus and Emilys place, i will love to come back soon.
You will have only one meal a day, be sure to be ready for this experience. You don´t have anything around except Wild, Woods.
No Wifi available so its recommended to have a good data plan.
You will… read more
You will have only one meal a day, be sure to be ready for this experience. You don´t have anything around except Wild, Woods.
No Wifi available so its recommended to have a good data plan.
You will… read more
21 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Veronica Cecilia & Natalia Noel)
it’s refreshing to meet someone like veronica (aka pimpo). her positive attitude is infectious and her work ethic is excellent. she cares about everything she does and it shows.
having someone around who is super resonsible and has an attention to detail is a plus for sure, but pimpo brings a true “joy of life” to daily tasks. it was quite the… read more
having someone around who is super resonsible and has an attention to detail is a plus for sure, but pimpo brings a true “joy of life” to daily tasks. it was quite the… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Oriane) for host
I had the most amazing experience at Gus and Emily’a place - or as I like to call it, the “Winter Wonderland”. The setting was simply beautiful, as were my (almost!) daily walks around the woods. While I did not find a moose, I did find serenity and fulfillment. A typical day consisted in feeding the dogs, a morning and afternoon “poopy tour” (a… read more
14 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Oriane)
my first impression of oriane was a good one — i was several hours late picking her up at the airport and she was patiently waiting and reading “animal farm”, surrounded by everyone else glued to their smartphone.
oriane was quick to learn and quick to adapt to life here. sometimes i feel it is a bit risky having someone under 20 years old come… read more
oriane was quick to learn and quick to adapt to life here. sometimes i feel it is a bit risky having someone under 20 years old come… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Jeanne) for host
I stayed with Gus and Emily for almost 1 month in december-january and this was one of my favorite workaways ever. Gus and Emily are really nice people, I felt really good from the first day I arrived at their place. I've learned a lot while being there, about a different way of living, which is the best way to live in my opinion. The place is… read more
19 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeanne)
jeanne is rock solid. she fit in immediately and easily handled any task assigned to her. she is very proactive and is able to troubleshoot and figure out how to do things quickly. she seemed to feel right at home in the woods. also she was only the second workawyer to take out a dog team. and held on!
(Excellent
)
28 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Evan) for host
Came to Clam Gulch wanting a marked change from urban city life and to be able to experience a true Alaskan setting. There, off the grid, surrounded by dogs, I found it! Staying there with Gus and Emily (and Rohn and Rainy and Rattail and,,,) was a well needed change from the bustle of Anchorage and allowed me to time to not only think and reflect… read more
20 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Evan)
evan came to us after surviving half a year working in los anchorage. it did not take him long to find his groove and assimilate to life “clam gulch style”.
evan hails from indianapolis (go pacers!) & brought that good-natured midwestern go-gettum with him. he was easy to be around and was able to adapt to all tasks. funnier than a ewe dressed… read more
evan hails from indianapolis (go pacers!) & brought that good-natured midwestern go-gettum with him. he was easy to be around and was able to adapt to all tasks. funnier than a ewe dressed… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tomas) for host
If you wanna get experience with totally different lifestyle than you are probably used to, this is the place.
You can leave your phone and laptop in the backpack and calm down yourself (there is no wifi anyway). Enjoy your stay in the middle of forest without these enticements and be outside with dogs - they are absolutely amazing and everyone… read more
You can leave your phone and laptop in the backpack and calm down yourself (there is no wifi anyway). Enjoy your stay in the middle of forest without these enticements and be outside with dogs - they are absolutely amazing and everyone… read more
8 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tomas)
it’s hard to believe, but sometimes things get hectic here. the past month was one of those times and tomas jumped right in and helped out in every way.
in addition to all the daily duties involving dogs, chickens and the garden , tomas helped with numerous other projects, including building a yurt.
he is a hard worker, easy to be around and… read more
in addition to all the daily duties involving dogs, chickens and the garden , tomas helped with numerous other projects, including building a yurt.
he is a hard worker, easy to be around and… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Kamila) for host
Staying with Gus and Emily was really moving experience for me. I felt that I relaxed from this crazy, fast and consumer world out there. After few days I figured out what to do and how to help. Beside helping, I always found time to enjoy calmness and time for a book. Every evening we had delicious dinner together with some interesting talks.… read more
3 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Kamila)
it would be no exaggeration to say kamila is “the best”. she made life easy just by being here, quickly figuring out how things are done and being responsible. attributes that can be in shoert order this day and age.
she adapted to life here immediately and thrived in our harsh unforgiving environs. she also made some baddass potato pancakes.… read more
she adapted to life here immediately and thrived in our harsh unforgiving environs. she also made some baddass potato pancakes.… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Celia) for host
I couldn't have asked for a better first-time Workawayer experience!
Both Gus and Emily were gracious hosts who kindly gave me the opportunity
to gain valuable hands-on work experience as a caretaker for their 30 adorable
sled dogs. The dogs themselves were a joy to interact with and showed me
great affection. If you're fond of our canine friends… read more
Both Gus and Emily were gracious hosts who kindly gave me the opportunity
to gain valuable hands-on work experience as a caretaker for their 30 adorable
sled dogs. The dogs themselves were a joy to interact with and showed me
great affection. If you're fond of our canine friends… read more
10 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Celia)
a true dog lover, celia fit right in here. we were lucky to have someone like her, so attentive to the dogs and so able bodied. also: possibly the most polite person i have ever met!!
it was great to get to know her, despite the busy summer season. she hinted that the workaway experience may be a one-off experience (as she is about to embark on… read more
it was great to get to know her, despite the busy summer season. she hinted that the workaway experience may be a one-off experience (as she is about to embark on… read more
(Excellent
)
24 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jessica & Martin) for host
If you are searching paradise on Earth, this is the right place! I had the most wonderful 4 weeks in the cosiest wood cabin with the most wonderful 2 people and 31 dogs.
Gus and Emily are so kind, friendly and funny. We laughed a lot and always had something to talk about. Their dogs are the sweetest and cutest I've ever seen! There's no other… read more
Gus and Emily are so kind, friendly and funny. We laughed a lot and always had something to talk about. Their dogs are the sweetest and cutest I've ever seen! There's no other… read more
20 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica & Martin)
if you end up with jessy thru workaway, consider yourself lucky. responsible, attentive & super hard working, she was a perfect fit for our rough & tumble alaskan existence.
she is also a true dog lover. i would describe her as an “old soul” — wise beyond her years. she is the kind of person that would be able to live here and thrive. she even… read more
she is also a true dog lover. i would describe her as an “old soul” — wise beyond her years. she is the kind of person that would be able to live here and thrive. she even… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Misha )
this was a last-minute workaway experience. misha was already in alaska and came here after several other workaway experiences. she did a good job while she was here, understanding what needed to be done & was attentive to the dogs. however after arranging her agreed upon help when one of us had to unexpextedly leave,
misha up and left while we… read more
misha up and left while we… read more
(Good
)
24 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jeanne) for host
Emily and Gus were the best hosts and I hope not so much! I had this chance to meet this wonderful Alaskan family, made up of unique dogs of all kinds, but always with a lot of love. I immediately felt comfortable thanks to Emily and Gus, are two people really interested, passionate and in love with nature and their animals. I basically worked… read more
23 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeanne)
in alaska we call real alaskans “sourdoughs” & newcomers “cheechakos” (although these days it’s more like “the ones who are left” & “snowbirds”). jeanne arrived from the mean streets of france and assimilated so well one would think she was an old sourdough. she was quick to learn and proficient in everything we do here, as well as competent with… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Anastasia) for host
I am really happy with my experience of being a volunteer at this place! I have been there for a week and had a great time helping this wonderful people with tasks around the house and taking care of the dogs.
If you are considering this place for your trip - just make sure that you are that type of people that like nature, dogs and life style… read more
If you are considering this place for your trip - just make sure that you are that type of people that like nature, dogs and life style… read more
6 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Anastasia)
it was only a week over the festive season, but anastasia came to clam gulch & made a big impression. nicknamed “the sleeping bag coat lady” due to the girth & heft of her coat (which shows a great initiative for preparedness), anastasia left the friendly confines of southern california for the great frozen north... & thrived. immediate friend of… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Nikoline) for host
If you feel like you need some time by yourself and you love dogs – This is the right place to go. I mean there are heeps of other brilliant reasons why you should go to this work away. If you can say yes to the following you should text Gus and Emily right away.
Do you like dogs a lot and wanna spend most of your time with them?
Do you love… read more
Do you like dogs a lot and wanna spend most of your time with them?
Do you love… read more
14 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nikoline)
nikoline was indeed excellent -- capable, cheerful and a pleasure to be around. being a second cousin, thrice removed, of tottenham's own christian eriksen made her a bit of a celebrity in clam gulch, but even so, nikoline got down and dirty with us commoners in all our daily chores. she is everything you would hope even a friend would be -- easy… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Aurore) for host
Such an unforgettable experience ! Imagine living in the middle of the forest, you can hear the dogs outside, the fire crackles in your wood stove, you feel warm. From your window, only the nature. You can see the dogs playing outside.
Gus & Emily will open their door to their rustic, off the grid world and a real Alaskan experience. Emily is an… read more
Gus & Emily will open their door to their rustic, off the grid world and a real Alaskan experience. Emily is an… read more
24 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Aurore)
it was a real pleasure to host aurore. she is "practically perfect" in every way in the workawayer sense -- with the added bonuses of loving the dogs and being able to do every task & do it well. & i realize it is a bit of a steeotype for the swiss but she is also very knowledgeable about watches and chocolates. aurore is pleasant to be around,… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Erik) for host
An incredible experience!
Gus is a very welcoming person, ready to help in any situation. He is also an excellent cooker, I will never forget his moose burger :blush:. This experience is awesome for anyone who wants to know about real life in Alaska. The accommodation in the cabin is extraordinary and totally out of time, forget your watch and… read more
Gus is a very welcoming person, ready to help in any situation. He is also an excellent cooker, I will never forget his moose burger :blush:. This experience is awesome for anyone who wants to know about real life in Alaska. The accommodation in the cabin is extraordinary and totally out of time, forget your watch and… read more
24 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Erik)
here in clam gulch we like living the good life, or as some call it "la vida loca". erik fit right in and was a great addition.
august is a great month to be here -- the tourist hordes from the summer have packed up and gone somewhere else (iowa?) and the meancing winter is not yet fast approaching. it is a lovely time.
erik fit in right away,… read more
august is a great month to be here -- the tourist hordes from the summer have packed up and gone somewhere else (iowa?) and the meancing winter is not yet fast approaching. it is a lovely time.
erik fit in right away,… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Barbora) for host
First of all I am really sorry to leave my feedback so late!!
I loved this piece of wild paradise in the middle of the Alaskan woods taking care of the cutiest dogs of all!!!:heart_eyes:
Gus is an amazing and hardworking person with an amazing sense of humour!!! I always had a lot of fun with him! His bartender and cooking skills are a must!!! I… read more
I loved this piece of wild paradise in the middle of the Alaskan woods taking care of the cutiest dogs of all!!!:heart_eyes:
Gus is an amazing and hardworking person with an amazing sense of humour!!! I always had a lot of fun with him! His bartender and cooking skills are a must!!! I… read more
8 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Barbora)
barbora fit in well here. super energetic, extremely hard working and fun to be around. she is able
to see something once, figure out how it is done & excel at it. it's a quality that is nice to see and hard to find this day and age.
her zest for life is infectous and we had many interesting and spirited chats fueled by cocktails.
she will be… read more
to see something once, figure out how it is done & excel at it. it's a quality that is nice to see and hard to find this day and age.
her zest for life is infectous and we had many interesting and spirited chats fueled by cocktails.
she will be… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Antoine)
there are pros and cons to every workawayers visit. for antoine, it was 99% "pros". he was an excellent guest and capable worker. fast learning too
the other 1% was the fact he is french and france won the world cup. as an england supporter, i never heard the end of giroux's scoring prowess & 'les bleus'
antoine assisted me with -- what ended up… read more
the other 1% was the fact he is french and france won the world cup. as an england supporter, i never heard the end of giroux's scoring prowess & 'les bleus'
antoine assisted me with -- what ended up… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Antoine) for host
The place is simply amazing. You have a nice cabin for yourself. And a new outdoor shower !
The food is very good, it is only local meat or fish with vegetables grown in the garden. There usually are two meals. One in the morning and one in the evening. The breakfast is one of the best thing I have ever eaten in my life !
Bring some snacks… read more
The food is very good, it is only local meat or fish with vegetables grown in the garden. There usually are two meals. One in the morning and one in the evening. The breakfast is one of the best thing I have ever eaten in my life !
Bring some snacks… read more
9 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Rising)
by the time rising's tenure as a workawayer had come to an end, i had almost forgotten that she was indeed here via workaway and not a full time resident. she fit in that well.
she was totally capable with the dogs and it was nice having someone that is responsible and reliable. don't let the fact rising is still a young lass -- she is wise… read more
she was totally capable with the dogs and it was nice having someone that is responsible and reliable. don't let the fact rising is still a young lass -- she is wise… read more
(Excellent
)
2 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Rising) for host
This was an absolutely unforgettable experience and I HIGHLY recommend you come here and experience living off-grid in the woods with these beautiful dogs. You will not regret it.
The dogs are fantastic. If you love dogs, every day will be a good day. So sweet, friendly, funny and if you spend time with each one you will see how special each… read more
The dogs are fantastic. If you love dogs, every day will be a good day. So sweet, friendly, funny and if you spend time with each one you will see how special each… read more
6 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jennifer ) for host
To stay at this very unique, cozy and peaceful place is the best thing I did so far! I love traveling but have never been to a place like this before. I’m still overwhelmed by the beautiful nature and the feeling of being in the middle of nowhere. In addition to that, Gus is one of the most interesting people i’ve ever met. He‘s a honest and very… read more
15 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jennifer )
although jenny's stay was cut short due to a family emergency, she made the most of her time with us in alaska. she was immediately comfortable and ready to experience what wintertime in alaska had to offer. jenny has a great attitude and good sense of humor and loves dogs. (i had to count them after she left to make sure they weren't be smuggled… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lea)
lea arrived at the start of a very cold and snowy november and jumped right in. it may have been a tough transition coming from urban germany, but lea made it work. she even came to play late-nite poker with the boys. after alaska's frigid temperatures, i think she was ready for some warmer climes!
(Very good
)
7 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Lea) for host
Actually I don`t know where I should start because it was so beautiful in so many and different ways! I was there for about 3 weeks and I enjoyed every single day of it. All dogs are so cute and lovely to each other but also to you. This was my first fear that they won`t come to me or don`t like me but it wasn`t like that. I spent so much time… read more
22 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jakob)
when we have a december in alaska like we just had (unseasonably warm & snowless at lower elevations) -- all bets are off in dog mushing.
jakob had the unfortunate luck of visiting us during one of alaska's (becoming more regular) winter thaws. for us, that means a scramble moving dogs to more wintery locations. but he made the best of it and… read more
jakob had the unfortunate luck of visiting us during one of alaska's (becoming more regular) winter thaws. for us, that means a scramble moving dogs to more wintery locations. but he made the best of it and… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alfiana)
alfiana is a natural. she is a quick learner, a dog lover and someone who appreciates alaska. she gets it. smart & an unassuming sense of humour. she is able to adapt & overcome. you will be better for it, if you get to know alfie. it was a real pleasure.
(Excellent
)
30 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Alfiana) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it was very special in all ways. Starting with the hosts: Gus and Emily are easy going, open, fun, straightforward and above all they are willing to share everything, from their socks to their friends, you name it. They included me in lovely dinners, dog runs, watching Tottenham play or eating steaks with… read more
3 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Ali) for host
Had a wonderful experience with Gus & Emily and their super-friendly dogs!! The tree house was very comfortable and warm! Also, many thanks to Emily for making great food, especially, the cobbler! And thanks for accommodating my vegetarian diet! Taking care of the dogs was easy! I highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to get away from… read more
2 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Ali)
ali is a real go getter. alaska might as well be his second home because he fit right in. he spent a couple weeks with us "roughing it" in dogland & then helped housesit a friend's mansion where he enjoyed unlimited wifi & hot showers! don't forget us when you hit the big time, ali!!!
(Excellent
)
29 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Melissa) for host
It has been a privilege to live off the grid for a little while. Gus and Emily are simple people who knows how to appreciate the little things. They are honest and funny (really funny). Everything is about dogs. To enjoy yourself there, you basically have to love dogs and know how to start a fire. Most of the time, I was alone during the day and I… read more
28 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Melissa)
melissa is true blue -- a good kid, just starting a one year ramble around the world. she was also our first workaway experience & it was a success. she loved the dogs and introduced us to amaretto liquors and many franch curse words (which will come in handy). she loved the dogs, which was the most important thing -- though we had to check her… read more
(Excellent
)
