report trespass
Doyon lands are private and using them without permission is trespassing.
Shareholders and village representatives can report trespass incidents that occur on Doyon lands by using the online form below.
Explore our lands
Doyon’s community maps are georeferenced and can be uploaded to third-party apps that accept georeferenced pdf’s.
This allows individuals to upload these maps to their mobile devices and have it accessible in the field.
Trespassing on Doyon lands
Doyon lands are private and using them without permission is trespassing. Subsistence and recreational use on Doyon lands is for shareholders only.
Doyon and village corporation lands are private property, and Doyon has the right to exclude non-shareholders from our private property.
The Lands and Natural Resources Department works collaboratively with village corporations and villages to address trespass.
The goal of the trespass mitigation program is to educate the public about private land boundaries and equip local village communities within the Doyon Region with the tools needed to effectively report and address trespass.
raven eye trespass report form
The Raven Eye Trespass Report Form on the Survey123 app platform provides Doyon shareholders and the public with easy access to detailed maps and the ability to report trespassing directly
from their mobile devices. Whether online or offline, the form enables users to pinpoint land boundaries, capture trespass details, and submit reports with a single tap.
real-time reporting
Report trespassing incidents as they happen, providing immediate, accurate information to help Doyon and corporation landowners alert authorities and respond quickly.
enhanced accuracy
Capture and upload photos, videos, or voice recordings to document trespassing clearly and thoroughly, aiding in more effective resolution.
improved land protection
Reporting trespass incidents helps safeguard the land and wildlife in the Doyon Region from unauthorized use, preserving natural resources and preventing land damage. Shareholders reporting trespass plays a crucial role in supporting the Doyon Lands Department’s efforts to safeguard the land and natural resources in the Doyon Region, ensuring their preservation for the next generation.
convenience and accessibility
Whether online or offline, you can easily access maps, view land boundaries, and use survey tools on the go, while also being able to record trespassing incidents in real time.
Localized map regions include:
- Nenana
- Alatna, Allakaket, Bettles, Evansville, Hughes, and Huslia
- Galena, Kaltag, Koyukuk, Nulato, and Ruby
- Manley Hot Springs, Minto, Rampart, and Tanana
- Anvick, Grayling, Holy Cross, and Shageluk
- McGrath, Nikolai, Takotna, and Telida
- Dot Lake, Healy Lake, Northway, Tanacross, and Tok
- Eagle and Taylor Highway
- Beaver, Birch Creek, Fort Yukon, and Stevens Village
- Chalkyitsik, Circle, and Fort Yukon
tracking and monitoring
The app’s location tracking feature enables you to pinpoint your precise location, in or out of service, and help provide Doyon with the exact location of reports, helping to prevent future occurrences.
increased awareness
The app raises awareness about private land status, encouraging others to respect property boundaries and avoid trespassing.
no account required
Anyone can report trespassing without the need to create an account, removing barriers to participation.
reporting trespass
Shareholders and village representatives can report any trespass or where additional signage is needed on Doyon lands to the Lands and Natural Resources Department by using the online form below.
Doyon will use reports of trespass to track, organize, and respond to trespass activity by developing a database and heat map identifying high trespass areas.
These tools will inform Doyon where additional signage and mitigation efforts are most needed.
Everyone should exercise safety and caution. Individuals interested in reporting trespass to Doyon are requested to prioritize safety first and foremost and not approach individuals believed to be trespassing.
Efforts to reduce trespassing
As part of Doyon’s goal of educating the public about our private land status we conduct numerous outreach efforts.
SIGNAGE
The Lands and Natural Resources Department has worked hard to place signs and informational kiosks in convenient locations and increase surveillance of lands:
- Around villages and traditional hunting areas across the Doyon Region.
- Around lands easily accessed from the road systems.
- In high-traffic areas such as gas station and hunting supply stores for non-shareholder hunters.
HUNTING GUIDES
The Lands and Natural Resources Department annually posts maps of Doyon’s lands in the Fairbanks News-Miner Hunting Guide.
- The public has an obligation and the opportunity to research land status before hunting trips.
- Non-shareholder hunters must think about where they want to hunt and the modes of transportation needed to get there.
- Hunters must plan ahead to understand who owns the lands they intend to cross and understand if there are any easements available for their use. Traversing Doyon lands without permission is trespass.
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS
The Lands and Natural Resources Department distributes additional trespass information throughout the year.
- Postcards are mailed to all registered Alaska hunting guides and outfitters explaining that Doyon and Village Corporation lands are private with a QR code included that directs to an interactive land ownership map.
- Letters are mailed to hunting guides and outfitters suspected of trespassing, warning of legal action for any future trespassing.
- Brochures containing trespass information and maps are sent to all Village Corporations and tribal councils in the Doyon Region. Additional copies are available upon request.
- Land ownership maps are given to Village Corporations and councils during community meetings.
- Social media is used to share information on private land status, trespass reporting forms, and updates in trespass mitigation efforts.
GET INVOLVED
Do you know of an area with frequent trespass or where additional signage is needed?
Notify the Doyon Lands and Natural Resources Department by completing a trespass reporting form or by contacting them at 907-459-2030, 1-888-478-4755, or lands@doyon.com.
Frequently asked questions
No, Doyon’s lands are closed to the public for all activities, including hunting, fishing, and camping. Alaska is home to many acres of public land. Please visit the Bureau of Land Management’s or State of Alaska’s website for more details.
Please never approach a suspected trespasser. If you think Doyon should be aware of this trespass, please feel free to fill out our trespass report form.
Doyon has a great interactive web map found here: ArcGIS Web Application. Additional resources include the OnX app, the Bureau of Lands Management’s website, or by contacting the Doyon Lands Department for additional resources.
Certain easements exist but the level of restrictions vary, Please contact the Bureau of Land Management for guidance at 907-271-5596.
Doyon works to resolve most trespass situations without contacting law enforcement, but reserves the right to engage law enforcement regarding trespass activity.
For more information contact the Lands & Natural Resources Department at lands@doyon.com, 907-459-2030, or 1-888-478-4755 ext. 2030.