Travel in Winter? Sure! The landscape is brilliant, and many cultural events provide entertainment when you have a rosy glow from sun and snow! Plan now for the Iditarod – we are counting the days and hoping for a good snowpack … Continue reading
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
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? 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
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
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
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
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
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
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