Stand for the Man in Black
In Chisana, Alaska, site of the last historic gold rush and once named the largest log-cabin settlement in Alaska, 90-year-old Pioneer Outfitters depends on air travel to survive. In September 2013, our only hope for extended survival, Cubby, was destroyed in a fire that left us stranded deep in the Alaskan wilderness inside the Wrangell Mountains. It was the worst kind of blow our extended family has had to endure. We are now dependent on twice weekly deliveries of food, clothing, mail, fuel, feed, and more at $.40 per pound. Whats more, we can no longer rescue or evacuate anyone in need. Our horses may die needing our assistance as we cannot travel by air to find where they have ranged. Our home is only accessible by air, and we live in Wrangell St. Elias National Park and Preserve, our nations largest National Park. This campaign, Stand for the Man In Black, is to raise funds to replace our airplane. We seek $250,000 to replace the plane lost to fire for the following: 揃 Fly in fuel and groceries for the professional wilderness guides we train and the families and Team that live here year round. 揃 Fly in hay and feed for the range horses and livestock we watch over and care for each winter who are also part of our Team. 揃 Fly in fuel which runs the generators that supply the power for the phone system for the Chisana community. 揃 Locate and rescue by air of the communitys livestock and horses to ensure theyre not lost, hurt or frozen. 揃 Rescue of trapped hikers and injured hunters, broken-down snowmobiles, or others stranded in the Alaska wilderness we live in. 揃 Medical evacuation for anyone in need of physicians who are only accessible by air. The wilderness and the space ~ untouched by commercial tourism, the majestic mountains looming over and surrounding us, as far as the eye can see; more glaciers of all sizes and scale; wildlife and flora of every shape, all free, all amazing. This is where we call home. This is what we share with the world with our horses and experience. My name is Amber-Lee Dibble. I have worked for Terry Overly and Pioneer Outfitters for over 20 years. I am a United States Navy Veteran and a Professional Alaska Guide. Terry is one of the kindest, most generous men I have ever known. I am proud to Stand for the Man in Black and to call him my Boss, mentor and friend. He has been like a father to me and is Grandfather to my children, for more than half my life and all of theirs. Terry is a selfless, gentle man who puts others first always. My goal is to rebuild and fulfill a very special dream. Stand for the Man in Black is incredibly important, and I need your help. I believe in you. The friendships I have been offered, helping hands, the wisdom and advice, your guidance, the beautiful kindness across the world have been bestowed since I started my social media journey in 2010. Youve touched my heart and changed me. Thats why I need your help to make this dream come true
Stand for the Man in Black
- 1. A Fundraiser. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK
- 4. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Stand for the Man in Black Is a fundraiser To replace the airplane We lost in a fire ~ September 2013.
- 9. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK A fundraiser to preserve our past, For our present, As well as for the future for us all Here at Pioneer Outfitters And here in Chisana, Alaska
- 17. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK What is an airplane? Certainly, a luxury to so many. NOT a luxury to the people Who live in Chisana. NOT a luxury for those Men, women and children who are Pioneer Outfitters. Not a luxury to those who live so Deeply remote in Alaskas Wrangell Mountains.
- 23. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK The Man in Black Master Guide Terry Overly The Youngest Old-Timer in Alaska Overly-One Boss Papa A son, a brother, a father and a grandfather. My best friend, my mentor And our Leader.
- 31. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK One of the kindest, Most generous, Incredibly gentle Humans I have ever known. Living to help others, In any way he can, Whenever there is a need.
- 39. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK If every living being is Body, Spirit, Soul and Heart ~ Then Pioneer Outfitters is The heart of all that is Pioneer Outfitters And Chisana.
- 47. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK The Body Is the amazing and inspiring Untouched, unspoiled And unchanged wilderness Of Chisana.
- 56. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK The Spirit Is what you feel surrounding and filling you As you ride.
- 61. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK The Soul Of Chisana is that ancient, Yet still present, living, breathing FORCE That permeates all that is Alaska.
- 66. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Chisana ~ The site of the last Historic Gold Rush And at one time, The largest log-cabin settlement in Alaska.
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- 76. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Pioneer Outfitters Have always considered themselves Caretakers of Chisana.
- 81. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Deeply committed to the Wilderness and wildlife That surrounds us.
- 86. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Devoted to those who come to Chisana To experience the gifts That Alaska has to offer.
- 91. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Steadfast protectors of any who wish to explore, discover and Chase the adventure ~ That is this wild land.
- 96. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK We have not stopped Seeing the Blessings hidden In the disasters.
- 105. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Family, friends ~ old and new, Strangers that have come into our lives, All Standing for the Man in Black.
- 110. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Standing ready to help A brother, a father, a friend A fellow human being. Blessings, all. To remind us that we too, Are not alone.
- 115. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Yet ~ As strong as our Faith And our backs may be Depending on others ~ Availability and Abilities To receive freight, fuel and supplies Into Chisana Is us, holding onto the end of a deadly burning rope, waiting for it to snap.
- 122. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK An airplane is a tool. The most important tool. A life-line and salvation To ALL That live in or visit Chisana.
- 125. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK An airplane, to us here in Chisana, Is like a car or truck to you. But in a place that a bicycle or feet Cannot help you.
- 130. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Without this tool, Without an airplane, The power will turn off, Supplies will stop coming, Horses and livestock will die, Safety, support and rescue Will ALL be put into grave jeopardy.
- 135. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK There will be no one, To safely guide those that come seeking their dreams; To welcome strangers with Willing hearts and homes; To stand ready to help and protect Those who have need.
- 140. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Without this tool, The airplane, Pioneer Outfitters will die. Without it, The world will loose a treasure, So many have yet to experience. Without it, Chisana will loose its heart.
- 145. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Stand for the Man in Black The fundraiser, Is most likely, The scariest idea I have ever had In a lifetime of crazy and precocious ideas.
- 150. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK So why do I believe a fundraiser can save The heart of Chisana?
- 154. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Because of YOU. Because of all the blessings That Social Media Has brought into my own life. You.
- 159. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Social Media, Being connected to people All over the world, Has brought so many blessings Into our lives. I have learned so much. My heart overflows today, When in fact, I never knew Anything was missing. With what YOU have Brought into my life.
- 164. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Social Media, Being connected to people All over the world, Has brought so many blessings Into our lives. I have learned so much. My heart overflows today, When in fact, I never knew Anything was missing. With what YOU have Brought into my life.
- 171. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK You have shown us, That we too, Are NOT alone. I believe in YOU. I believe you will help me to Stand for the Man in Black.
- 176. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK As you look, Really look And find no words ~ Feeling both, Your heart healing and filling To an inner bursting point ~ And feeling that your soul Has been laid open,
- 182. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK to the breeze and wind Like a raw wound. This takes you beyond the physical, Past the mental, This is the spiritual element. This is Chisana. I am Alaska Chick.
- 186. STAND FOR THE MAN IN BLACK Stand with me, Stand for the Man in Black.