The owner/designer Vanessa and her husband are so creative! They make beautiful things! He apparently traps the animals and she designs and makes beautiful jewelry. We grew up in Ann Arbor, MI and my friend is a huge U of M fan, she got the most beautiful earrings with real wolverine fur! They were so cool we went back to buy another pair for a gift! I bought some fun leather coasters that I cannot post a picture of because they contain the f word. Her husband also is a milliner who makes the most outstanding hats! The prices were very reasonable for the work and one of a kind designs you get here. Definitely a must see, so much better than the typical tourist traps down the street. Go here and get some real authentic art! They are also very friendly and appreciative of your business! So refreshing read more

I recently returned home from a cruise through Alaska, and I've been thinking about how to write this review. I could talk about what I purchased or the great customer service, but I don't quite know how to put into words the SPECIALNESS of this shop, in this very special town. So here's what happened: The stop in Skagway was the one stop where I had nothing planned--my husband was going on an excursion with his parents that didn't allow young children, so I was spending the day with my 5-year-old. I decided to grab the stroller and just wing it. My only goal was to stop at Doughboy, having seen a pretty compelling TikTok video about their fried dough. Unsurprisingly, it was delicious. I wandered the streets with my son as he started to get tired. I was struck by the beauty and vibe of the town, but after an arduous search to find my kiddo lunch (he is picky, and randomly, a committed vegetarian), I almost gave up and headed back to the ship. I'M SO GLAD I DIDN'T. Once we sorted lunch, we were able to reset, and that special vibe I'd felt earlier returned. It became an adventure. The day got better and better as we explored stores, meadows, and parks, and met locals. But the absolute peak of that day, and what will now be inextricably tied to our love of Skagway, was Wild Yukon Furs. I don't know why we went in. I definitely wasn't in the market for fur and knew nothing about this shop. But there was something that drew me there. The minute we stepped inside, everything we were loving about Skagway felt present--it was like the best vibe place in the best vibe Alaskan town we visited (and one of the best vibe places, in one of the best vibe towns, anywhere). And this is the part I just can't fully explain--the magical feeling of warmth, beauty, and connectedness. Initially, I was struck by the beautiful curation of goods there. As I was looking around, my kid was suddenly being entertained and engaged by a woman who works there. Her name escapes me at the moment, but she was exactly the right human at the right time--like Mary Poppins. She explained she was prepared for kids like him, and pulled out a fake mustache for him to wear. Suddenly, my sweet little boy was Freddie Mercury meets lumberjack. That mustache alone made it worth the stop, as it provided him endless delight. Also, like magic, I could shop around without being interrupted or worrying he was going to accidentally break something. It was like... childcare. During this time, I found a beautiful necklace. Now, I'm not typically a necklace person. I'm an earrings person--I wear a necklace maybe twice a year. However, this piece was beautiful and just spoke to me. It was handcrafted by Vanessa (who, if I understood correctly, owns the store with her husband, George). The opalite on it represents the northern lights, which is reflected in the way it looks as it catches different light. I have worn it every day since. As I was purchasing the necklace, George and Vanessa arrived. They were full of warmth, kindness, and authenticity. I talked with George for a long time. He is full of knowledge, wisdom, and good will. I loved learning about his Tlingit heritage--it was especially cool to hear him speak the language. His love for his culture was infectious, and I suspect the Tlingit people are at the magical heart of what feels so deeply compelling about Skagway. Do you see why it was hard to write this review? It all feels important and relevant. This is not a way I typically describe/review places--I love nature, but I'm not running around calling every place magical. I think my first Yelp review was an angry one about the post office. So you'll just have to believe me and see for yourself. At minimum, you'll find beautiful handmade goods and kind people. But I predict you will also feel the specialness and walk away with far more than a necklace. read more

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This place is so authentic and George is such a pleasure to talk to I will be purchasing this hat once I get home but here is a pic of the hat I want George to make in my size. The value in this hat is way above anything you could buy elsewhere it has character built in. read more

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We did the White Pass Summit Railway excursion in the morning for about 2.5 hours and then we had a couple hours to wander the town of Skagway. I was drawn into the Wild Yukon Furs store because of the nice window display. It was a pleasure to meet George and Vanessa. They were both really sweet, enthusiastic, and clearly care about their products and customers. I thought the jewelry and scarves and hats were pretty on their own. Learning how George, who is an expert trapper, traps the animals and uses the meat and fur from the animals was really interesting and makes the products they sell more meaningful. He was friendly and engaging. He taught my nephew some words in the Tlingit language. Vanessa was really charming and made me want to buy everything in the store. I ended up buying a necklace for myself, my mom, and a cute beanie for my sibling. My necklace is still in great condition and the silver has remained bright and shiny. The souvenirs are beautiful reminders of our time in Alaska. They are on instagram and they have a website so I think I may have to buy some matching earrings soon. read more

George was so welcoming and friendly! He helped us pick out a pair of wolverine fur earrings for my wife's birthday, and she loved them. Very cool vibe in the store with roots in the area and one-of-a-kind items. Definitely worth checking out! read more

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My husband and I happened to stumble upon this incredible shop after our skagway excursion. I was in search of the perfect souvenir to take back home from Alaska and we thankfully stumbled upon the Wild Yukon Fur storefront. What caught my eye was the gorgeous and UNIQUE earrings staring at me in the window. Gorgeous hoops and drop earrings featuring authentic, sustainable FUR! Incredible. Not only are the pieces one of kind, they are crafted by some of the most amazing humans. George was so kind to explain the animals and the furs for the different earrings (an expert as a trapper himself), the power and meaningfulness of copper to the people of the First Nations, and the craft of making the earrings. He allowed me all the time I needed to make the incredibly difficult decision for what piece I wanted. I ended up purchasing a pair of wolverine fur earrings and a pair of marten fur earrings. Could not be happier! Don't take my word for it, check them out featured in Forbes magazine https://www.forbes.com/sites/annahaines/2022/04/25/jewelry-as-reconciliation-how-wild-yukon-furs-is-supporting-indigenous-culture/?sh=24f846b74e9e George, thank you for sharing your work, your time, your words and your culture with us. Thank you for the indigenous blessing for our little man back at home! Can't wait to come back, see you and meet your incredible and spicy wife, Vanessa! read more

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I had such a great time at WYF! My sister-in-laws and I all got permanent bracelets. It was a great memory to have on our cruise stop in Skagway. They weren't too expensive. I've had mine on for over a month now, and it's held up beautifully. read more

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George was so incredibly welcoming! We walked in and immediately were greeted by him, and shown the store's most popular items. It was so great hearing George talk about his culture and how his upbringing helped influence some of the pieces. George's wife creates all the jewelry and they were beautiful. Purchased a pair of opalite chain drop earrings. Would love to visit/purchase again! read more

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