The Red Chair Visits Anchorage Alaska on Coast-to-Coast Journey
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Move over Flat Stanley, the Red Chair is the newest travel icon Jarvi Homestay Bed and Breakfast hosts The Red Chair Where travelers once … Continue reading
Tag Archives: Alaska Events
Like Dogs? Love the Iditarod!
Iditarod! Several years ago, we published the story behind the Iditarod. It is worth reading again, and understanding what gave rise to this amazing dog sledding event. In 2016, Anchorage is bringing in snow by train to cover the streets … Continue reading
January 2016: A Good Time to Visit Alaska?
January 2016: A Good Time to Visit Alaska? Lucas loves the snow-no white toys though! Sure it is! Plan now for the Iditarod – we are counting the days and hoping for snow. The history of the Iditarod is told … Continue reading
Birds in Alaska: A Birdwatcher’s Paradise
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
Alaska Miles: Road Trips North & South of Anchorage
Over the last two weekends, I traveled north and south across Alaska. The combined trip focused on four of Alaska’s 12 numbered highways (yes, only 12 criss-cross this large state!) The Parks, The Richardson, The Seward, and the Sterling Highways … Continue reading
Iditarod Intel – Info and Thoughts on the Last Great Race
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
August, Anchorage, and Action
Every month in Alaska is great, but many Alaskans think August is one of the nicest times of the year. Some of us get particularly excited about the Alaska State Fair, held just outside Palmer, an FDR New Deal colony … Continue reading
Alaska State Fair: Straight Ahead!
Add caption Summer in Alaska is peaking during this final weekend of July. Soon, we will be attending the annual State Fair, viewing giant cabbages and relishing funnel cakes and reindeer sausages. Now in its 76th year, the State Fair … Continue reading
A Record Within Reach: Snowfall 2011-2012
Want statistics on snowfall in Anchorage? Just check the National Weather Service. Among their data is this report: Top 5 Highest Winter Snowfall (Normal = 74.5 inches) 132.8 inches………..1954-1955 128.8 inches………..1955-1956 113.8 inches………..2003-2004 121.5 inches………..1994-1995 111.0 inches………..1948-1949 Soon, we may … Continue reading
Timeless Hours in Girdwood
Today, the Girdwood Forest Fair beckoned to both Alaska residents and visitors. This annual event has craftsmen and artisans tucked along windy routes hidden by trees from all view the road’s traffic, a route that winds by three performance stages … Continue reading