Vessel Profile

Kingalik (II)

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Story

This work boat was built in 1983 by Rivtow Industries Ltd. (West Coast Manly Shipyard) in Vancouver, BC.

Owners & Masters

In 1983-2025 she was owned by Gulf Canada Resources Leasing Inc., Calgary AB Canada.

Name Significance

Kingalik is the male of a sea duck we call king eider. The birds migrate 4,000 km between wintering grounds in Alaska and summer nests here. Every year, hunters set up camp and harvest the ducks they need to feed their extended families.

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