The Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Oil and Gas (Division) received a request for approval of a Land Use Permit from Narwhal Exploration, LLC (Narwhal) on October 7, 2026, requesting authorization for off-road travel, ice construction, and associated activities on state land between the Canning and Colville Rivers and waters of the Beaufort Sea. Activities will be in support of oil and gas operations using approved vehicles. Details regarding off-road travel and ice construction for Narwhal are described in the application. This is a general permit, and individual activities will be reviewed and authorized on a case-by-case basis under this permit.

Applicant: Narwhal (see application for contact information)
Project ID: LAS 36274
Location: State lands between the Canning and Colville Rivers and waters of the Beaufort Sea in the Umiat Meridian

Proposed Term: Five years from date of issuance

The application package is available for review at the Division’s Permitting Section, 550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1100, Anchorage, AK 99501, or online at http://dog.dnr.alaska.gov/Newsroom. Please send comments to dog.permitting@alaska.gov or to the Division address above. All comments must be in writing. A copy of the final decision will be sent to any person who provides written comments. An eligible person affected by this decision may appeal or request the commissioner’s reconsideration in accordance with 11 AAC 02.

All comments must be received by the comment deadline: 4:30 pm, Alaska Daylight Time, October 30, 2026

The Department of Natural Resources complies with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This notice will be made available in alternative communication formats upon request. Individuals with disabilities who may need auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to participate may contact the address above or call 907-269-8411.

Posted: October 16, 2026