It’s the right time for either planting fast-growing lettuce and radishes or slower-growing swiss chard and mustard greens.
Outdoors
Alaska waters can be teeming with giardia, as this science writer knows too well
Giardia is no joke. Just ask Ned Rozell of the Alaska Science Forum.
Gardentalk – Tomato plant care and greenhouse modding
An oscillating fan will also help distribute the pollen in a greenhouse, and extra heat will help extend the growing season.
Skagway overhauls trail system as part of economic stimulus plan
Skagway has set aside total of $215,000 over the last two years as part of an economic stimulus program.
Denali Park Road landslide prompts closure and search for long-term fix
A thawing rock glacier underneath a 100-yard section of the road going through Polychrome Pass is causing the road to slump.
Park Service program pairs volunteers with Denali sled dogs
Next year, Denali’s dog program will celebrate its centennial, marking 100 years of using dogs in the park.
Skagway’s tribal government trades butter and eggs to fight invasive plant species
Skagway’s tribal government is working to control the spread of the invasive yellow toadflax plant species around town.
Denali National Park closes road near halfway point for rest of season due to ongoing landslide
The park service says the Pretty Rocks landslide, located around Mile 45, has required increasing maintenance in recent years because it is changing rapidly due to climate change.
Indiana man stable after bear attack in Denali National Park
Park officials say since the attack appeared to be from a mother defending her cubs, there is no indication the bear is unusually dangerous and they will not be searching for it.
Gardentalk – Cleaning and curing your garlic harvest
Joe Orsi recommends carefully digging the garlic plants out from below, washing the bulbs, and peeling off some of the wrappers before hanging them to dry.