Exploring an Alaska Rainforest

03/12/2024 Exploring an Alaska Rainforest

Photo Credit: Travel Juneau.  Close your eyes and envision a rainforest that’s cool and misty instead of warm and humid. You’re surrounded by tall trees and greenery, but there’s no tropical heat or exotic flora. Instead, the air smells like pine and earth. Ancient moss-draped trees and fern-covered floors cover…

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The Best Ice Fishing in Alaska

12/11/2023 Ice fishing

The snow is already flying here, and that can only mean one thing: Ice fishing season is just around the corner! With more than 180 stocked lakes in south central Alaska, the odds of catching a “hard water” fish — whether you are first or 101st — are outstanding.

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The 10 Best Hikes in Alaska

10/16/2023 The 10 Best Hikes in Alaska

The majority of Alaska is a vast wilderness. Thankfully, some of the state’s most beautiful areas have wonderful hiking trails making access easy and allowing outdoor enthusiasts to catch a glimpse of settings unlike any other in the world. Here are 10 hikes that stand out amongst the thousands to…

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10 Reasons Why You Should See Alaska in September

09/10/2023 Moose in Denali National Park

Falling in the often overlooked “shoulder season,” visiting Alaska in September is one of the best-kept secrets around, so, shhhh. From eye-popping foliage color shows to northern lights displays and rare fishing opportunities, read on to find out why September is one of the best times to visit Alaska. Best…

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The Top 10 Movies Set in Alaska

08/22/2023 The Top 10 Movies Set in Alaska

Alaska has captivated imaginations for centuries. People have always been intrigued by Alaska, from the Indigenous peoples who first lived in the area to the gold rush era of the late 19th century. But Hollywood certainly knows how to capitalize on a good thing. Many great movies are set in…

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10 Famous Alaskans

07/26/2023 10 Famous Alaskans

Alaska is known for Denali, the Iditarod, and gorgeous northern lights, among many other things. The state is also home to over 800,000 people, some of whom are well-known. Here is a list of celebrities who have called Alaska home. 1. Jewel Born…

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Celebrating the centennial of the Alaska Railroad

06/21/2023 Celebrating the centennial of the Alaska Railroad

There is nothing quite like leaning back in a warm railcar and enjoying the sights of Alaska’s backcountry. The Alaska Railroad is older than Alaska’s statehood, and it all began in 1914 when President Woodrow Wilson created the Alaska Engineering Commission to officially map out a…

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