Introduction

On October 20, 2020, a group of seven individuals, including Neal Gutleben, embarked on a boating trip near Quinhagak, Alaska. Tragically, they never returned, sparking an extensive search that ultimately ended without resolution. This article delves into the details surrounding their disappearance, the search efforts, and the lingering questions that remain.

The Fateful Journey

The group initially consisted of three individuals who departed from Quinhagak on October 17, 2020, in a 20-foot open-hulled aluminum skiff equipped with a 60-horsepower Yamaha outboard motor. They traveled to Bethel, where they were joined by four additional companions, including Neal Gutleben. Their vessel was last observed near the mouth of the Eek River on October 20, 2020. ...Read More