Now, not later. That is the mantra of all preparedness preparations. Everything from earthquake preparedness, general power failures, and even for many, massive volcanic ash fallout is a very real possibility. Being prepared for natural, or even man-made disasters means you need to not only think ahead, but put that thinking into practice and REALLY […]
Winter Car Tips! Pro-ish Recommendations
Winter is here, or if you live in Alaska, its likely nearing (no matter what time of the year you’re reading this). What this means is that the temperatures are falling, the ground is firming up, and we are busily preparing for the coming season. Getting your lawn stuff put away, blowing your hoses down, […]
21 Alaska Winter Memes that Hit Close to Home!
Winter. Love it or hate it, you can’t stop it, and living The Alaska Life means you’ll have to endure it! We felt like lightening the mood for those who are…well…less than thrilled about the upcoming blessings of shorter days, colder weather, slippery roads and sidewalks, and aching backs from shoveling. Those looking forward to […]
Alaska Kids Books – 18 Titles to Keep the Pages Turning!
After compiling a list of 33 Alaska books that are a must read from our fan-submitted suggestions, we received many requests to compile another list of books, but this time geared more toward the younger readers! Growing up in Alaska, and having children of my own now, I had read many of these Alaska kids […]
10 Times Moose Found Themselves in Traffic! Hazards of Alaskan Motorists
Moose and traffic go hand-in-hand in Alaska. With so many moose in or near urban areas, there’s plenty of opportunity for the largest member of the deer family to interact with Alaskans while we are driving. Clearly this often results in a very hazardous situation for Alaskans behind the wheel, as being involved in a […]
33 Alaska Books That are a Must Read!
New and Old, These are Alaska Books You Need! For some, Alaska books are a way to step back in time and experience a bit of what the early Pioneers did. For others, taking a break from reality and connecting to another culture is what they’re looking for. Alaska books also offer a way to […]
Alaskan Black Bear Scales Barbed Wire Fence With Ease! (VIDEO)
Most of the time fences are there to keep people out…or in the case of many places in Alaska, keep animals out as well! Sometimes our large mammals do find themselves INSIDE theses barriers with little chance to find a way out, except to scale up and over what is there! Ted Stevens Anchorage International […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Alaska Ski Train – An Alaskan Adventure on the Rails and Trails
It’s a celebration of spring, snow, and Alaskan adventure. It’s an all-day party with family and friends, old and new. It’s a unique Alaska ride to a historic Alaska destination that offers an array of Alaska outdoor opportunities. The New York Times called the experience “Alaska’s biggest backcountry secret,” but for Alaskans who live for […]
5 Photos That Best Capture Alaska’s Extreme Winter Weather
“The Land of Extremes” gets its wildest in the winter. To say that Alaska is known for its extreme winter weather is a bit of an understatement, but a lot of people don’t understand exactly what we mean when we say “extreme.” Here’s a quick fact to give some perspective: The coldest temperature ever recorded […]
