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
A Team on the Trail What is the Iditarod, and why do we Alaskans love it so? Also known worldwide as the Last Great Race… it’s the pinnacle race of mushing, the practice and/or sport of using dogs to … Continue reading
Here in the 49th state, we are observing the 49th anniversary of the largest earthquake to ever hit the North American continent. We’re speaking of the Great Alaskan Quake, which struck at 5:36 p.m. on March 27th, 1964. … Continue reading
“Let’s Rondy!” Walking around Anchorage in February of each year, you’ll hear people saying that. What the heck does it mean? Well, my dear Adventurous Traveler…the Fur Rendezvous Festival is a significant part of the history and tradition of Anchorage! … Continue reading
Standing in a restaurant in Texas with two friends, I was introduced with the inevitable, “She’s visiting from Alaska!” line. Soon, staff and owners came close enough to reveal their desire to visit and see the beauty. Carrying my iPad, … Continue reading
Well, we now have that white stuff on the ground called “SNOW” and more is forecast for this weekend . It is a beautiful time in Alaska with lots of winter activities. Downhill skiing and snowboarding on several slopes around … Continue reading
Rhubarb – vegetable or fruit? I can’t tell you how many times a season I get asked this very question. Another thing I’m always surprised at is how many visitors have never seen nor tasted rhubarb. So I decided to … Continue reading
So. You’re coming to visit Alaska? You are spending some time in Anchorage? Well, you’ll want to know the places that locals vote as the best of the best when it comes to the arts, “Made in Alaska” products, eating … Continue reading
Locals and other folks sometimes ask the question… “Why is the mountain called by two different names? What is its “real” name?” It’s a good question, because officially, in the eyes of the government, the mountain has two. In the … Continue reading
Just received a marvelous recipe from the Smitten Kitchen. It features cherry tomatoes (available at the farmers’ markets and shops in many varieties now) and feta. Mediterranean Baked Feta with Tomatoes doesn’t sound like an Alaskan dish, but take a … Continue reading
