Water

Sealing the caps on the jugs, I adjusted my gloves, bent down and readied myself for the walk back.  I …

A Walk Down the Bettles

Clack, clack, clack, clack. The sound of the metal points hitting the ice broke the silence. On either side of …

Chitina

My forearms strained against the pole, I struggled to hold the net against the current.  I wore a PFD with …

Further Thoughts on Trapping

I often hear negative opinions* on trapping whenever the topic is brought up with someone from outside the northern regions …

The Old Timers

The term sourdough is one flung around in Alaskan literature when talking about the history of the state or people …

Lynx

It is considered to be one of the most elusive animals of the north.  Quietly and stealthily moving throughout the …

Reggie

Its multitude of calls will occasionally surprise even the most ardent observer.  A presence throughout all of Alaska, they are …

Trash or Treasure

There are quite a few Alaskans who have a tendency to hold on to things.  In a state where stores …

Attack of the Hares

In the morning around the yard, I often see bunnies feeding. Clustered around the brush piles, they pick at old …