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Category Archives: News & Information
The Knik News
In June, 2024, Northern Light Media published a history of the first newspapers in the Cook Inlet region by Alaskan historian Helen Hegener, titled The First Newspapers of Knik and Anchorage. They were The Knik News – which later became the Cook Inlet … Continue reading
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New Title: Denali
The newest book from multiple-award-winning author Lew Freedman is a fresh and creative look at Denali National Park and Preserve and the tallest mountain in North America. The author takes his readers on an exciting exploration of what is perhaps the most beloved natural feature of Alaska, from the adventures and experiences of those who live near the great mountain—including the stories of many who have scaled its heights—to the history of the area and the simple joys of watching wildlife and just being in this unique and wondrous natural area. Continue reading
Posted in Books, Geology, Lew Freedman, News & Information, Uncategorized
Tagged Al Grillo, Alaska, Anchorage, Bradford Washburn, Charles Sheldon, Denali, Denali National Park, Denali Park Kennel, Don Sheldon, Harry Karstens, hiking, Hudson Stuck, Lew Freedman, Mount McKinley, Talkeetna, travel, Vern Tejas, wildlife
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Alaskan History, Vol. 4, No. 5
The September-October, 2025 issue of Alaskan History Magazine, Vol. 4, No. 5, features a wide variety of articles. Continue reading
Posted in Alaska History, Alaskan History Magazine, Matanuska Colony, Matanuska Valley, News & Information
Tagged Alaska, Alaskan History Magazine, Anchorage, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Cordova, history, Matanuska Colony Project, New Deal, Roosevelt, Ruby, Sydney Laurence, Yukon River
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In Gentler Valleys Roaming
Julie Verrette’s Summer Place Kennel provided a safe haven for retired sled dogs from some of the premier racers in the world, such as four-time Iditarod Champion Susan Butcher and Yukon Quest Champion Aliy Zirkle. Continue reading
Posted in Book Reviews, Books, Iditarod, Memoirs, News & Information, Sled Dog Races
Tagged Alaska, Aliy Zirkle, Iditarod, Iditarod Trail, Julie Verrette, sled dog race, sled dogs, Susan Butcher
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The Beautiful Matanuska Valley
Stories and photos of Knik, Sutton, Matanuska, Big Lake, Chickaloon and others tell the story of the founding, settling, and development of the area, while details about the Valley’s geography, geology, transportation, agriculture, mining, recreation, tourism, and history – highlighted by hundreds … Continue reading
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True to the Trail
In 1898 Englishman Arthur Dallimore joined the Klondike Gold Rush. He tried his hand at a claim near Dawson City, then in 1902, hearing of a new strike, he traveled down the Yukon River to Alaska. Dallimore prospected on Preacher … Continue reading
In Gentler Valleys Roaming
A new title from Northern Light Media: In Gentler Valleys Roaming A Memoir of Sled Dogs by Julie Verrette With a name inspired by the peaceful refuge in the song by the great Andy Williams, Summer Place Kennel provided a … Continue reading
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Tagged Alaska, Aliy Zirkle, featured, Iditarod, Julie Verrette, mushing, sled dogs, Summer Place Kennel, Susan Butcher, travel, trip-report, writing
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A New Logo
With the help and advice of my 13-year-old grandson Collin, I created a new logo for this website, something I’ve been planning to do for some time. Those who’ve been with me for many years will know I’ve changed my … Continue reading
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