The Denali Road Lottery – By Karl Sander Denali National Park and Preserve consists of over four and a half million acres of parkland (over two million acres designated as wilderness) and another 1.3 million acres of wildlife preserve. It’s bigger than the entire State of New Hampshire – and it’s served by one 92 […]
13 Alaskan Challenges Every Resident Dreams of Winning
The Last Frontier is a land of extremes – we Alaskans set our sights on being the best anglers, hunters, outdoorsman we can be, and we love the opportunity to put our skills to the test. Alaska also home to some of the world’s most extreme challenges, so it’s not wonder we all fantasize about […]
Northern Pike…Toothy, Bony, and Delicious
Northern Pike…Toothy, Bony, and Delicious By: Michael Rogers I must admit to zero experience with the Northern Pike as a child and not much more as an adult. As a casual angler, I’ve typically been more focused on species like salmon and halibut, and more rarely, on Grayling and trout. In my “middle youth”, I’ve […]
Alaskan Rockfish – Fishing Shinies and Stickies
Alaskan Rockfish – Fishing Shinies and Stickies By: Michael Rogers A few years back for our Independence Day weekend, my usual crew of hunting and fishing companions and I decided to do something a little different for a change than our usual halibut excursion. We elected instead to travel to the south a considerable distance […]
Nursing Moose Calves Can’t Drink Fast Enough
Being a mama moose isn’t easy… those nursing moose calves are a bit aggressive! However, you know that mother moose loves those baby moose though, even if only for the fact that they are so adorable. Usually moose have one calf, but it is not uncommon for them to have twins. Moose have also been […]
The Perfect Caribou Rifle – Hunting Rangifer Tarandus
The “Perfect” Caribou Rifle…Hunting Rangifer Tarandus By: Michael Rogers I guess when all things are considered; I am primarily a caribou hunter. Everyone has their opinions on the subject, but when I think of hunting in the Arctic and the North, I think of caribou. At this point in my career, I’ve seen something over […]
Backcountry and Backpacking Nutrition 101 – Meal Planning Tips
Staying Fit & Fueled in the Backcountry – Heather Kelly, Founder of Heather’s Choice One of the most daunting tasks of planning a multi-day backpacking or backcountry expedition is meal planning. How much food do you need to bring to curb hiker hunger and fuel long days chasing the horizon? Do you have any special […]
Teklanika River: Your Backstage Pass to Denali National Park and Preserve
Teklanika River: Your Backstage Pass to Denali National Park and Preserve By Karl Sander Unlike many of the National Parks “Outside” (the Lower 48), Denali National Park and Preserve only has one road in and out once you get past the entrance area. It took fifteen years of short construction seasons, from 1923 to 1938, […]
5 Exercises You Need to Know to Prepare for Summer Hiking in Alaska
By: Steph Figarelle, May 2018 Summer hiking in Alaska is one of my favorite physical activities. Spending time outdoors is important for overall health and well-being. Exploring the trails and mountains gives us the opportunity to disconnect from technology, breathe fresh air and discover new things about ourselves. The more physically fit you are, the more capable you […]
China Poot Bay: Adventures Near Homer Alaska
China Poot Bay Alaska. I was born here. I grew up here. I’ve lived here my entire life. I was even born in Homer, one of America’s happiest seaside towns! Despite this, like many other Alaskans, we often get caught up with the busyness of life that we often forget to take the time to […]
Up in Flames! 2018 Kotzebue 220 Race
Several small villages in Northwestern Alaska eagerly await the first Saturday in April every year to help with, spectate, participate in, and cheer on the racers of the Kotzebue 220 snowmachine race. The race begins on the sea ice in front of the town of Kotzebue and has only four checkpoints. After racers leave the […]
Lynx In Alaska Plays With Food Before Dinner
The Elusive Lynx – Dinner and a Show March, 2018 Randall Plant and Yukiko Hayano live on the Anchorage, Alaska hillside and recently had a visitor join them for dinner. They were able to photograph the various stages of a Lynx in their yard stalking, catching, playing with, and eating a Vole. What an incredible […]
