Heart-Pounding Alaska Adventures By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley Anyone who knows anything about summertime Alaska adventures knows that the options for outdoor entertainment are seemingly unlimited. When the midnight sun is shining and the fish are running, it’s hard to quit. Locals will go, go, go until fall rolls around and the impending darkness puts a damper […]
World-Class Brown Bear Viewing In Alaska’s Lake Clark National Park
Up Close & Personal in Lake Clark National Park, Alaska By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley Bear viewing in Cook Inlet and panoramic vistas in Lake Clark National Park—this is what experiencing the rugged Last Frontier is all about. If you do anything this summer, be sure to reward yourself with active volcanoes, brilliant coastal brown bears, snow-covered […]
This Historic Abandoned Alaska Road Trip Will Transport You Back In Time
Historic Abandoned Alaska Places By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley This historic abandoned Alaska places road trip is guaranteed to take you back in time. When you combine the scenic beauty found on the Last Frontier’s limited road system, with some of the state’s most influential moments in time, you get this brilliant expedition that will lead you […]
Alaska’s Charming Town Of Talkeetna Loses Their Lovable Cat Mayor
Stubb’s the Cat Mayor – Talkeetna, Alaska By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley It’s not every day that you stumble upon a small town that is led by none other than a furry feline. Since 1997, Stubbs has been the reigning cat mayor of this idyllic hamlet located at the confluence of the Susitna, Chulitna and Talkeetna Rivers. […]
14 Natural Alaska Hot Springs That Will Completely Relax You
Alaska Hot Springs – Relax & Unwind In Nature By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley Alaska hot springs are perhaps more plentiful than you might expect. From the Interior all the way down to Southeast Alaska, with many stops in between, locals and visitors have lots of options to choose from when seeking a relaxing natural hot spring […]
Explore Abandoned WWII And Cold War Military Remnants On Alaska’s Adak Island
Adak Island – A Historic Blast From The Past By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley Alaska’s Adak Island is an isolated destination with rich history, rugged terrain, and scenic landscapes. Its location in the Aleutian Islands marks the dividing line between the Bering Sea to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the south. Adak is an island, […]
15 Incredible Alaska Lakes That Will Demand Your Attention This Summer
Awe-Inspiring Alaska Lakes By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley After surviving a long, dark, blisteringly cold Alaska winter, nothing feels better than soaking up hours of sunshine amid any of these incredible Alaska lakes. While all of these bodies of water offer exceptional views—the fun doesn’t end there. Activities such as kayaking, hiking, fishing, camping, biking, canoeing, and even […]
50 Free Alaska Activities That You Can Do Without Spending A Dime
Free Alaska Activities – Having Fun On A Budget By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley Free Alaska activities come in all different forms. With such diverse landscapes and natural beauty, the Last Frontier offers an endless amount of new places to explore. Best of all—it won’t cost you a dime to find a million-dollar-view. Whether you crave peace and […]
Hope, Alaska – Memories of Mining, Camping and Reviving One’s Spirit
Hope On A Rope – Memories of Hope, Alaska by Michael Hankins The first time I visited Hope, Alaska, was the summer of 1966. My father transferred to Elmendorf Air Force Base (A.F.B.) that year from Reese A.F.B. in Lubbock, Texas. We arrived in Anchorage on May 17th and headed straight to the Lucky Wishbone […]
The Admirable Alaska Animal Sanctuary Providing Safe Haven For Bears
Fortress of the Bear – An Alaska Animal Sanctuary in Sitka, Alaska By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley Located on Baranof Island in Southeast Alaska, Fortress of the Bear is a one-of-a-kind Alaska animal sanctuary where visitors can get up close and personal with beautiful brown and black bears. Each year, visitors travel from far and wide to […]
13 Quirky Alaska Roadside Attractions That’ll Make You Do A Double Take
Alaska Roadside Attractions – Delightfully Bizarre By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley When you hear the saying “the goods are odd, but the odds are good” in Alaska, it’s not just referring to the male-to-female population ratio. It also applies to the quirky and distinct Alaska roadside attractions. It seems as though no matter where your highway travels […]
15 Reasons Anyone Who Visits Alaska This Summer Won’t Want To Leave
Alaska Summer – A Dream Vacation By: Courtney Dowd-Stanley Visiting Alaska during the prime summer months is an experience unlike anything else in the world. Each year, travelers from all around the globe make their way to the Last Frontier to see the rugged wilderness that shines with magnificent beauty. After accessing the 49th state […]
