The Goodness of America
Alaska Turkey Drop
In Alaska, where grocery stores are often hundreds of miles apart and remote communities are difficult to access, Esther Keim brought Thanksgiving to those living off the grid. For the third year in a row, she piloted her small plane to deliver frozen turkeys to families in isolated areas, Times Union reported. This past November, her efforts reached households across south-central Alaska, providing them with holiday meals and a sense of connection.
Keim calls her project the “Alaska Turkey Bomb.” It is inspired by her childhood experiences of receiving airdropped turkeys and gifts from a family friend while living on a remote homestead. “It was always so exciting and brought us so much joy,” Keim shared. “I want to share that feeling with others who are far from the conveniences of town.”
This year, Keim delivered 32 turkeys, including one to Dave and Christina Luce, who live along the Yentna River, northwest of Anchorage. Although they enjoy their remote lifestyle, winters can be difficult. “At 80, making long snowmobile trips to town is no longer practical,” Dave said. “Esther’s turkey delivery is a big help for us and some of our neighbors.”
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