Some mornings are darker than others, and then there are the mornings Steve calls “as black as the inside of a cow.” The first day… Continue reading
Beautiful things don’t ask for attention, and I think that can be said about the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge is not a theme… Continue reading
Peace Crane Garden expands with two new structures
The last time I wrote for this column, I was digging raspberry plants out of my friend’s backyard. Weeks and weeks later, my plants are… Continue reading
The road is often used for hunting access
The ongoing effort is for reconstruction of a section of Russian River Campground Road
The service area was established in 1974, with the Nikiski Pool being built and opened in 1975
With more than 3 million natural lakes in Alaska, the state is a kaleidoscope of freshwater blue. Their diversity is astounding ― lakes may be… Continue reading
The East Loop will be closed — projected to be reopened at noon on Aug. 4
Anglers and bears spend more time on the river as the first run of salmon makes its way upstream. While the rivers and tributaries offer… Continue reading
I’ve been seeing a lot of chatter recently about how difficult it is, and how deliberate one must be, about spending time with friends or… Continue reading
I’m sure you’ve all looked back at your lives at some point, thought back on decisions, be it with regret or gratitude, and recognized that… Continue reading
Guided Discovery Hikes are scheduled for every Friday and Saturday from June 21 to Aug. 30
There’s a buzz in the air. It’s the charged energy of early summertime in Alaska. It’s the murmur of fishermen counting their tackle. It’s the… Continue reading
Visitors should check the park website for updated conditions and ensure they are prepared before visiting the area
Like a lot of people who do what they love, I can remember the moment I decided I wanted to become a journalist. It was… Continue reading
For my family, as for many people on the Kenai Peninsula, growing and harvesting food is a regular part of our lives. We garden, we… Continue reading
