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2020 Iron Dog - Day 3 Coverage

2020 Iron Dog - Day 3 Coverage

The race to Nome. As of writing, Team 7 is barreling toward Nome on the edge of the Norton Sound at about 70 mph, and will become the first team ...

2020 Iron Dog – Day 2 Coverage

Bad visibility, racers off course, and sunken sleds are just part of the norm for Iron Dog racers and Day 2 found teams tasting a little bit of ea...

2020 Iron Dog - Day 1 Coverage

The big word of the 2020 Iron Dog? Change. Almost everything about the longest, toughest race of its kind on the planet is different. The race ...

The Great Public Land Debate

The Importance of Public Land for Recreation and Conservation By: Matt Wymer I grew up in a community that touted self-reliance, hard work and in...

Stranded on a Ferry in Juneau

Ferry’s Stranded, Don’t 'Juneau? As I was anxiously waiting in the cafeteria for dinner to be served, several staff walked by with a greeting a...

Alaska Men’s Valentine Gift Guide!

1) Groove Rings We've been staunch supporters of Alaska-born Groove Life which sells super high quality silicone rings for any lifestyle with i...

Alaska Women's Valentine Gift Guide!

Out of ideas for a special lady in your life? Here's a Valentine's Day gift guide for your Alaskan sweetheart filled with items that are sure to ...

Richard Eugene Clark: Mushing to Medfra

Stories of Old Time Alaskans by Edward M. May I was born in Skagway May 1st 1948 in the old White Pass Hospital. My mother’s name was Ester. I neve...

Introduction to Backpack Hunting

Backpack Hunting and How to Get Started By: Matt Wymer My first few backpack hunting trips taught me many lessons. In turn, thought I would share...

13 Alaska Dog Sledding Adventures That Offer The Thrill Of A Lifetime

Get up close & personal with Alaska's most beloved sport; Dog Mushing! By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley When you think about what it means to live ...

15 Scrumptious Alaska Food Trucks To Try This Summer

Fun, Flavorful, Fast-Service Alaska Food Trucks You'll Love By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley Living The Alaska Life sometimes means that (naturally) - ...

10 Seriously Fun Reasons Everyone Should Attend Fur Rondy

Fur Rendezvous, February 26 - March 8, 2020 Anchorage, Alaska By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley Every year when that catchy "let's get ready to Rooondy"...

Hunting Boots for the Mountain Hunter

Testing and Trials to Find the Right Mountain Hunting Boots By: Matt Wymer A journey to a good fit, and some resources to help today’s mountain...