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JOHN SCHANDELMEIER
Several years back, I woke my kids in the middle of the night. "Come on, get up, look at the northern lights!" The sky was a brilliant red, from horizon to horizon. They did get up and look, but didn't seem quite as impressed as I. Today they don't remember that night.
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Federal subsistence board renews review of Alaska rural designation
The state's federal subsistence board has discarded seven years of work to determine which rural federal lands in Alaska are eligible for subsistence hunting.
Alaska Ski for Women scheduled Sunday
The Alaska Ski for Women 4-K ski race will take place this Sunday at Kincaid Park. Funds raised go toward local charities to fight domestic abuse.
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Government can crowd out other forms of working together
New York Times columnist Ross Douthat warns against government that uses its authority to force churches and other groups to toe its philosophical marks.
Kodiak bear guides aim to give guests low-impact adventure
Harry and Brigid Dodge's efforts to reduce the environmental impact of their business have won them several awards. This month, their business, Kodiak Treks, was recertified by Adventure Green Alaska, the sole Alaska organization offering a certification process for ecotourism.
Public welcomed on summit of Max's Mountain at last
For the first time ever in the ski area's history, Alyeska Resort opened Max's Mountain to the public on Saturday from the peak's summit.
Tour of Anchorage: 25th could be the biggest ever
In 1987 the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail was completed after years of public debate and land negotiations. The trail, which follows the Anchorage coastline from downtown to Kincaid Park, intersected the Lanie Fleischer Chester Creek Trail at Westchester Lagoon. Skiers looked at the new trail map and saw the possibility of a "mountain to sea" ski race.
JOHN SCHANDELMEIER
Willow tree does more than simply feed moose
Willows are the most common shrub in Alaska. Depending on which source you access, there are 170 to 400 types of willow. About 40 species occur in Alaska.
Woman crosses Antarctic solo on skis
British adventurer Felicity Aston became the first woman to ski alone across Antarctica on Monday, hauling two sledges around crevasses and over mountains into endless headwinds, past the South Pole and onward to the coastal ice shelf, persevering for 59 days in near-total solitude.
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6 artists to be in residence at Denali
Six artists have been selected from more than 300 applicants to participate in this year's Artist-in-Residence program at Denali National Park and Preserve.
Rossi investigators examine signature of Kenai hunting guide
Detectives are continuing their investigation into the 2008 bear hunt that prompted the resignation of a top state Fish and Game official, turning their attention to the mystery of how the signature of a licensed guide from Kenai appeared on a deceitful hunt record written by the ex-official.
State-of-art fish hatchery in Fairbanks gets first batch of eggs
The Ruth Burnett Sport Fish Hatchery is alive and breathing -- finally.
Rossi stayed on job despite hunt probe
A top Fish and Game official charged with illegal bear hunting was allowed to remain at work for roughly a month after his boss learned of the pending investigation.
Collar-cam videos provide grizzly bear's view of Alaska
Grizzly boar 6041 had a busy day on May 26. The 700-pound, 10-year-old Alaska bear woke up at 3:17 a.m. as the sun peeked out beneath gray skies. Within 15 minutes, he was attempting to impregnate a willing sow. Then it was off to eat fish.
Alaskans testify on killing bears with snares
Former Gov. Tony Knowles stepped before the seven-member Alaska Board of Game on Friday to urge an immediate end to the snaring of bears, including grizzlies, as a management tool to boost moose populations.
Ex-governor joins opposition to expansion of bear snaring
The use of snares to kill bears is a "train wreck" of wildlife management policy, a former Alaska governor said Thursday as he announced he would join biologists in opposing the expansion of such methods to boost moose populations.
Alaska Newsreader: Fish and Game proposes aerial shooting of bears
Alaska wildlife chief charged with illegal hunting, resigns
A top official in the Alaska Department of Fish and Game quit his job Thursday after being charged with 12 hunting violations. Troopers say Division of Wildlife Conservation Director Corey Rossi, a controversial Palin appointee, lied on big-game hunting reports.
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REPORTS
The snow is here to stay in for the winter and the trail groomers are now out full time. Check our live updated page to get the latest reports on conditions around town.
VIDEO
Clear and cold winter weather made for great ice skating conditions and beautiful views on Westchester Lagoon Saturday, Jan. 21, 2012.
PHOTOS
The race follows the trail system to Hillside Ski Area, where 25-mile participants finish and 50-mile racers turn around.
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US sets 2012 catch limits for all managed fish species
McKinley climber retreats, ending 2nd try at winter ascent
Right cup improves coffee and friendships
Heading out for a run at 33 below? Start with warm shoes
Apply now for Mount Marathon races
Cold weather equals safe travel for great ice fishing
State parks offer day of free parking
Kornmuller wins Lake Memorial sled-dog race
Denali National Park entry fee structure changes for 2012
Two new reality shows on hunting in Alaska set to air
McKinley rebuffing climber's ambition
December snowfall is heavy, but falls shy of years past
Dog show is no place for mushers
63-year-old Gravina man OK after long, wet trek to airport
British woman skiing solo across Antarctica
Group pushes for ski area on Kenai Peninsula
Stranded surfer saved from cliff
Predators come out when sun goes down
Alyeska Ski Club tabs new director
Archie Satterfield, author of several books on Alaska, dead at 78
Reservations to open for Denali Park
Gifts to please your outdoors enthusiast
Fortymile caribou hunt begins Thursday
UAF research ecologist was a pro snowboarder, has the scars to prove it
Alyeska's slopes welcome eager opening-week crowds
Eaglecrest plans early opening
Avalanche program educates outdoor enthusiasts
Hilltop ski area opens on Friday
Ice on lakes means winter is truly here
Charter halibut harvest within allocation in Southeast Alaska
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