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Anaktuvuk Pass – Home of the Caribou and Nunamiut People
Anaktuvuk Pass, roughly 250 miles northwest of Fairbanks Anaktuvuk Pass, located within the central Brooks Range, lies at a significant divide between the Anaktuvuk and John Rivers. Roughly 250 miles northwest of Fairbanks[...]
Onion Portage – The Oldest Archeological Site in North America
Arctic archaeology has been deeply influenced by J. Louis Giddings Although Archeologist J. Louis Giddings passed away in December 1964 from injuries sustained in a car accident, his three decades of pioneering research[...]
The Heart of Alaskan Children’s Illustrations
Barbara Lavallee’s legacy is that of a bridge-builder between cultures Celebrating Barbara Lavallee, an illustrious illustrator based in Alaska, who has uniquely impacted the world of children's books with her vibrant and culturally[...]
Rhymes of the Wilderness – The Legacy of Robert W. Service
Robert Service - The Bard of the Yukon Known as "The Bard of the Yukon," Robert was a British-Canadian poet and writer celebrated for his evocative poetry depicting the harsh realities of the[...]
Russian Creole Pioneers of Alaska
In the context of Russian Alaska, "Creole" did not refer to a racial group but was instead used to identify someone as a "colonial citizen" within the Russian Empire. This status afforded Creoles several advantages,[...]
The Majestic Brooks Falls of Katmailand National Park
Alaska's Katmai National Park and Preserve Initially founded as a haven for anglers, the retreat known as the lodge started its operations in 1950. Continuous improvements to both the primary lodge and the dining[...]
Bering Land Bridge National Preserve
An Unforgettable Journey Venture into the vast expanse of the Bering Land Bridge National Preserve, a destination that promises a unique and unforgettable journey. Although reaching this remote wilderness may pose challenges, the rewards for[...]
Salmon Through the Ages: An Evolutionary Odyssey
In Alaska, seven distinct species of Pacific salmon call this region their home, each bearing a multitude of names. These species encompass Chinook salmon, Sockeye salmon, Shum salmon, Pink salmon, Coho salmon, as well[...]
The Vibrant Lives of Alaska’s Black-billed Magpies
In the picturesque landscapes of South-central and Southeast Alaska, among towering mountains, lush forests, and pristine waters, thrives a charismatic and colorful character of the avian world - the Black-billed Magpie (Pica hudsonia). These[...]
