All snow is not created equal

01/26/2017 Snow-covered mountains

It’s an often-quoted statistic that in Alaska Native languages, there are more than 50 different words for snow. While the truth of that claim has been debated by linguists for years, in Alaska we know that snow doesn’t simply mean “snow.” All snow is certainly not the…

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Who are Alaska’s winter athletes?

01/09/2017 A snowboarder in Alaska

Known for its snowy winters, Alaska is naturally also known for its notable winter athletes. The state is a breeding ground for world-class skiers, professional snowboarders, hockey players and some of the best dog mushers on the planet. If you’re interested in Alaska sports, here are some big names to…

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Bring Alaska to your table on New Year’s Day

12/30/2016 Baked Alaska

Some foods are said to bring us good luck, health or prosperity if eaten on New Year’s Day — black-eyed peas, whole fish, pork, pomegranates, greens, cake and more depending on your traditions and cultures.On holidays in Alaska, we also like to bring a taste of home to festive, celebratory…

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Ask a local: secret winter essentials

12/06/2016 Snowy mountains

In Alaska, winter can mean up to seven months of colder temperatures, shorter days and longer nights. It’s a beautiful season, but requires a different lifestyle than the sun-laden days of summer. Enjoying summer is a no-brainer, but enjoying winter can require strategy. Here are some essentials that residents use…

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Do you want to build a snowman?

11/28/2016 A mother and child build a snowman

It’s difficult to think of a more iconic symbol of winter than a snowman. It’s quite literally winter personified in the friendliest of ways. However, all snowmen are not created equal. They really depend on the quality of snow, conditions of the weather, accessories you’ve brought along and, of course,…

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