The site is located on the outskirts of Nome, about 60 miles away in a valley surrounded by mountains.
“It’s a very unique place,” said Kevin Behnke, a longtime Nome resident. For decades, Alaskans have traveled to this oasis known as Pilgrim Hot Springs. “I grew up in this area, so my whole family has been here since the ’30s,” said Behnke of the hot springs.
It started as a healing place for Eskimos in the surrounding area. Today, however, locals like Behnke want to use the hot springs for more than just a healing soak — they want to harness it for power.
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