The race begins with a parade-like ceremonial start in Anchorage on Saturday, March 4.
Outdoors
Juneau mushroom enthusiast grows community connections through edible fungus business
As one of the recipients of Spruce Root’s 2022 “Path to Prosperity” prize, Alannah Johnson hopes to put local fungi on even more plates.
Diminished population of sunflower sea stars may get Endangered Species Act listing
The huge sea stars, which help conserve kelp beds by eating sea urchins, have been devastated by a wasting disease that is linked by scientists to climate change.
Skull found along Porcupine River belonged to a man who was likely killed by a bear in the ’70s
A pair of hunters found the skulnear the Canadian border in September, 1997.
Fluctuating winter weather in Juneau set the stage for an avalanche at Eaglecrest
No one was hurt, but the area above the Hooter lift will remain closed as the ski patrol works to address potential hazards.
Board of Game authorizes first Zarembo Island elk hunt in 17 years
Strong support from Wrangell and other local communities helped convince the board to take the leap.
The Chilkoot Trail has been designated a national historic trail
It’s the 20th national historic trail — and the shortest.
Board of Game votes down education requirement for young hunters in Southeast
The board decided the change could cause too much red tape for hunters in remote areas.
The Forest Service wants more input on Mendenhall Glacier area changes
The Forest Service has been working on plans to upgrade the recreation area since 2019.
Homer woman saved by a hare after falling through ice
Exploring around the Grewingk Glacier, Kelsey Haas picked up the body of a dead hare. It came in handy.