Over the last two weekends, I traveled north and south across Alaska. The combined trip focused on four of Alaska’s 12 numbered highways (yes, only 12 criss-cross this large state!) The Parks, The Richardson, The Seward, and the Sterling Highways … Continue reading
Independence Mine – L. Roth Independence Mine: What a wonderful day trip from Anchorage, straight into Alaska’s history. Drive about 2 hours north and get to walk through time by visiting the Independence Gold Mine located on the Palmer side … Continue reading
Downtown Anchorage’s Historic City HallL Roth Photograher What a great day to walk along downtown streets and see what was going on. We decided to head to the Alaska Market & Festival on Third Avenue. WOW! What a fun time. … Continue reading
Potter Marsh Viewing Area Today was one of those days to take a ride and view the wonders of Turnagain Arm. For years, I have wanted to take a ride to Hope, Alaska. Today was the day. Loaded the dogs … Continue reading
Locals and other folks sometimes ask the question… “Why is the mountain called by two different names? What is its “real” name?” It’s a good question, because officially, in the eyes of the government, the mountain has two. In the … Continue reading
Did you get to tour the Port of Anchorage in previous years? You have more opportunities this year! On Sunday August 19, September 16, and October 21, you can hop a bus at the Alaska Railroad Corporate Office (after parking … Continue reading
In addition to the wonderful outdoor activities and fabulous food and fun that Anchorage offers, we also are fortunate to be home to a number of museums. This week, we are focusing on three, but there are many other notable … Continue reading
Every month in Alaska is great, but many Alaskans think August is one of the nicest times of the year. Some of us get particularly excited about the Alaska State Fair, held just outside Palmer, an FDR New Deal colony … Continue reading
Add caption Summer in Alaska is peaking during this final weekend of July. Soon, we will be attending the annual State Fair, viewing giant cabbages and relishing funnel cakes and reindeer sausages. Now in its 76th year, the State Fair … Continue reading
Yes, Spring time in Alaska!!! It is finally Spring time after the winter’s record-breaking snowfall of 133.6 inches. We are having warmer temperatures in the high 40’s and low 50’s and people are out in their shorts, t-shirts and running … Continue reading
