Gambell

Gambell is a small village located on the northwestern cape of St. Lawrence Island in the Bering Sea. It is part of the Nome Census Area in the U.S. state of Alaska. The village is known for its rich Yupik culture and history, as well as its unique geographical location, which makes it a significant point of interest in the field of geography and anthropology.

Geography

Gambell is situated on the St. Lawrence Island, which is located in the Bering Sea, approximately 200 miles southwest of Nome, Alaska. The island is closer to the Russian mainland than to the Alaskan mainland. The village is located on the northwestern cape of the island, facing the Chukchi Sea and Russia.

Demographics

As of the 2010 United States Census, Gambell had a population of 681. The majority of the population is of Yupik descent, an indigenous people of Alaska. The Yupik people in Gambell still practice many of their traditional customs and speak their native language, Siberian Yupik.

Healthcare

Gambell is served by the Norton Sound Health Corporation, which provides comprehensive healthcare services to the residents of the village. The healthcare services include primary care, emergency services, and public health services. The village also has a local clinic, the Gambell Health Clinic, which provides basic healthcare services to the residents.

Education

The Bering Strait School District operates the Gambell School, which serves students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. The school offers a curriculum that includes Yupik language and culture classes, in addition to the standard academic subjects.

Economy

The economy of Gambell is primarily based on subsistence hunting and fishing. The residents also engage in carving and other traditional crafts, which are sold to tourists and collectors.

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