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Alaskan Wildflowers

Posted on August 17, 2015 by Helen Hegener

The Matanuska Valley is home to an incredible array of wildflowers, from tall stately fireweed and lupine blooms to the tiniest alpine flowers on high mountain slopes. These photos are from my 2014 book, The Beautiful Matanuska Valley:

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Sheep Camp Dog Team

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Helen Hegener

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Alaskan Roadhouses

Posted on May 23, 2015 by Helen Hegener

“Under no circumstance should the Alaskan roadhouse be confused with the establishments scattered along the highways on the outside that call themselves ‘roadhouses.’ The Alaskan roadhouse is a trail or roadside hotel. It deserves and has earned the high regard … Continue reading →

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2014 Yukon Quest: The Start, Pt. 1

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Helen Hegener

Due to thinner than normal ice, the 2014 start was not on the Chena River as it usually is, but a block away, on Second Avenue. The street was covered with snow which had been stashed from the winter’s parking … Continue reading →