Visit Mat-Su, and you’ll get a taste of everything magic about Alaska
Drive less than an hour north of Anchorage and the landscape changes dramatically.
Seeing Southcentral Alaska by river, lake and sea
By kayak, raft, paddleboard or glacier cruise, a view from the water is tough to beat.
Upon a departure from Alaska, profound feelings of gratitude, amazement and inspiration
As outdoors columnist Alli Harvey prepares to leave the state, she ponders her introduction to Alaska and what feelings the site of the state’s flag produces in her.
Enjoying the era you’re in, even if you haven’t quite realized exactly what it is
Outdoors columnist Alli Harvey is feeling more introverted and less consumed with some of the things used to define her life.
Starting a day with two words can set the tone and establish focus
For outdoors columnist Alli Harvey, starting her day with a two-word mantra has proven to be successful.
Visit Mat-Su and get a taste of everything that’s magic about Alaska
From cute coffeeshops to majestic mountain peaks, there’s a lot to discover in the Valley.
It’s different for each person, but sometimes the best medicine is an extra push
Sometimes forcing yourself into the discomfort zone can lead to real payoff in the end — as long as it’s the right move for you.
Regaining a certain type of fitness can be as easy as retracing your steps
After an absence from long-distance running, outdoors columnist Alli Harvey eases back into it, and sees a path ahead.
The joy of bagging it
An outdoor adventure doesn’t have to be a slog. And if it is, sometimes it’s OK to bail out early.
Discomfort and unpredictability can be constant companions on outdoor excursions. But participating is almost always worth it.
Outdoors columnist Alli Harvey writes that while newness is almost always hard, activity is almost always rewarding.