Early in 2020, the Coronavirus Covid19 appeared in the United States after affecting other countries around the world. A the time of this writing, Alaska has had no positive test results. Businesspersons in the travel and tourism industry do not … Continue reading
Hello there, birdwatcher! Does the thought of flying aloft on high currents strike your romantic side? Does a quick call and flutter of wings have you looking for the culprit? Do you maintain a bird bath or bird feeder? Welcome to … Continue reading
During the late spring months of April and May, Alaska is such an exciting place to visit, especially if wildlife viewing is at the top of your list! There are countless opportunities for viewing from air to sea and even … Continue reading
Potter Marsh Viewing Area Today was one of those days to take a ride and view the wonders of Turnagain Arm. For years, I have wanted to take a ride to Hope, Alaska. Today was the day. Loaded the dogs … Continue reading
April comes to a close with dry days and much of the snow heaps melted. Major mountains of snow, and snow in areas hidden from the sun, remind us of the Winter of 2012 and its record-breaking snow fall. But … Continue reading
Yes, Spring time in Alaska!!! It is finally Spring time after the winter’s record-breaking snowfall of 133.6 inches. We are having warmer temperatures in the high 40’s and low 50’s and people are out in their shorts, t-shirts and running … Continue reading
Days full of sun and nights lit past 10 PM – this is the season Alaska residents relish. The Anchorage Botanical Garden is undertaking its volunteer recruitment drive and first clean-up of the the gardens, many nurseries are featuring sales, … Continue reading
As March ends and April begins (and the day light exceeds twelve hours!), things to do in Anchorage always seem to increase. This week, the Great Alaska Sportsman Show starts Thursday night and goes through Sunday, drawing an amazing number … Continue reading