Alaska’s skies are filled with ducks, though many of its hunters don’t seem to notice
Big game are the big draw in Alaska, but waterfowl hunters are devoted to ducks, dogs and decoys.
Wolf sighting sparks discussion on their role in our world, and our role in theirs
Wolves are alternately prized or despised, depending on whether you’re a trapper, tourist or a farmer. But they almost always spark a conversation.
Knowing the ropes when it come to knots can make life simpler
There are all kinds of knots, but knowing a half-dozen common ones will serve most of your needs.
When the wind roars and the sea rocks, babysitting boats becomes a fisherman’s focus
Heavy winds are the bane of all fishermen.
The little boat that could: 21-foot setnet skiff makes the trip from Ninilchik to Naknek via Cook Inlet and Iliamna Lake
It was an uneventful trip, as all trips should be: Adventures are the result of mistakes made in preparation and execution, writes outdoors columnist John Schandelmeier.
Often, it’s what you don’t see that tells you what’s happening with Alaska wildlife
You can formulate a working hypothesis about wildlife populations and behaviors based on what you don’t see in the woods.
Time-tested methods from a lazy gardener
With a little ingenuity, some plants don’t need a lot of effort to produce a reasonably good crop.
More than nostalgia, memories can serve as an educational tool
Columnist John Schandelmeier reflects on changes to the state during a drive from Paxson to the Kenai Peninsula.
Spring is really here, but don’t fret: Winter will be back soon enough, along with all the fun that comes with it
Trees are budding and animals are on the move as spring comes to Interior Alaska, but if you’re lucky you can still snowmachine in the morning.
Once common and now rare in Anchorage, Racing Homers are a thrill to watch
Over the years the pigeons have delivered messages and participated in high-stakes races, and they never forget where home is.
Springtime means cleaning the garage — and building a shed for all the stuff you clean out
With a little innovation, constructing a small structure doesn’t have to bankrupt you, even when lumber prices are as high as they are now.
As birds begin to crowd Alaska’s shores and fields, look for the arrival of the tiny painted lady butterfly
The small butterflies with a distinct orange, black and white wing pattern are among the first butterflies to return in the spring.