At Alaska's Denali National Park, the peak moments come wild and high
Marie Monroe desperately needed some good news. An unexpected August snow meant guests couldn't get into or out of Kantishna Roadhouse, the backcountry lodge Monroe manages in Denali National Park and...
View ArticleLack of snow pushes famed Iditarod sled dog race further north
Alaska's famous Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race had to be moved 225 miles north of its usual starting point to Fairbanks, due to lack of snow this year. Meanwhile, race officials are also scrambling to...
View ArticleLynn O'Rourke Hayes
Whoa! (That’s a real musher term.) Take time to learn about the animals and commands that are part of a dog sled adventure in a scenic location. Here are five to consider. 1 Paradise Valley, Mont.:...
View ArticleCome Celebrate at Denali Winterfest 2014 (NPS - National Park Service)
(Source: NPS - National Park Service) Date: February 6, 2014 Contact: XXT&24 &r=/dena/parknews/denali-winterfest-2014.htm">Kris Fister, (907) 683-9583 DENALI PARK, Alaska :Denali National...
View ArticleSummer in Fairbanks, Alaska with the 2014 Toyota 4Runner and a Good Ending in...
On most bucket lists and the kind of destination that not only gets you back to nature, but allows for a one-of-a-kind experience, Fairbanks, Alaska paired with the 2014 Toyota 4Runner is a match made...
View ArticleVisit Denali in Winter (NPS - National Park Service)
(Source: NPS - National Park Service) Date: October 27, 2015 Contact: Kathleen Kelly , 907- 683-9504 For many visitors, winter is their favorite season to enjoy Denali National Park and Preserve. The...
View ArticleTwo Colorado snowshoeing gems: Devil's Thumb Ranch and C Lazy U Ranch (Photos)
Are you on the search for two snowshoeing destinations that offer adventure and comfort? You will find two of the best in Colorado: Devil's Thumb Ranch and C Lazy U Ranch, both located in Grand County....
View ArticleTwo Colorado snowshoeing gems: Devil's Thumb Ranch and C Lazy U Ranch
Are you on the search for two snowshoeing destinations that offer adventure and comfort? You will find two of the best in Colorado: Devil's Thumb Ranch and C Lazy U Ranch, both located in Grand County....
View ArticleB&Bs for getting into winter
This year we've all gotten way more winter than we probably want, and cabin fever seems rampant. So maybe getting out for some snow sports would be a great idea. To make that experience all the better,...
View ArticleGlamping, ATV tours among vacation options in Alaska
Travelers to the Last Frontier this summer will find a host of new activities, from glamping (luxury camping) facitlies to new zip-lines and water-based adventures. Here's a look at a few: *...
View ArticleDismal winter forces the Iditarod north, making even veterans into rookies
The world’s most famous sled dog race has been forced north after an unseasonably warm winter left the traditional trail bare and brown...
View ArticleDEC Advises Backcountry Visitors of Winter Conditions Throughout Most of the...
(Source: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation) For Release: Tuesday, December 17, 2013 Winter Recreational Opportunities Abound with Proper Preparation and Precautions The recent...
View ArticleFamily travel five: Heed the call of the wild
Whoa! (That's a real musher term.) Take time to learn about the animals and commands that are part of a dog sled adventure in a scenic location. Here are five to consider. cComments Got something to...
View Article>Yurts offer comfort and style in winter camping
IDAHO CITY, Idaho (AP) — The Mongolians would never have imagined it. The popularity of yurts as winter getaways among modern-day cross country skiers and snowshoers continues to grow as more people...
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When my friends and I plan a ski weekend, we always run into the same problem: Not everybody likes to ski or snowboard. It seems that every year someone is injured, pregnant, they have young kids or...
View ArticleExplore Rocky In The Winter (NPS - National Park Service)
(Source: NPS - National Park Service) News Release Date: January 6, 2015 Contact: Kyle Patterson, (970) 586-1363 The park's Centennial is a great reason to celebrate the park throughout all seasons!...
View ArticleCanadian Rockies: white world of wonders
Dog sledding at Lake Louise. Photo: Christina Pfeiffer Christina Pfeiffer visits the magical Canadian Rockies. The majesty of the Canadian Rockies is breathtaking, but it's especially magical for those...
View Article5 ways to enjoy the snows of March besides skiing and snowboarding
Traditionally March is Colorado’s snowiest month and with snowstorms blowing in with the new month this March is sure to maintain that status, especially following Colorado’s snowiest February on...
View ArticleTry taking a wintertime vacation in Alaska and drink in its spectacular...
The thought of visiting Alaska in the winter may fill you with shivers and a longing to hibernate, but for adventure-seekers, it is prime playtime. Mesmerizing mountains laden with snow create stunning...
View ArticleGo north to Alaska
The thought of visiting Alaska in the winter may fill you with shivers and a longing to hibernate, but for adventure-seekers, it is prime playtime. Mesmerising mountains laden with snow create stunning...
View ArticleWinter snow play in full swing in Rocky Mountain National Park
Sydney Shinlund and Sonya, 5, of Fort Collins get ready for a day of fun in the snow on Saturday. (Walt Hester / Trail-Gazette) A snowshoer prepares to head up the trails around Bear Lake on Saturday....
View ArticleHowling at the moon, fat biking in Fairbanks
It took a while but now that winter finally looks like it's here to stay — that might be an understatement after the past week, eh? — it's time to unveil my annual winter list of outdoor things to do....
View ArticleA look at what Iditarod route change means for mushers, dogs
Share PhotoReddit✉ Musher Scott Janssen gives high-fives to race fans during the start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, Monday, March 9, 2015, in Fairbanks, Alaska. Iditarod mushers began their...
View ArticleDenali Winterfest - 15 Years of Embracing Winter! (NPS - National Park Service)
(Source: NPS - National Park Service) Date: February 9, 2015 Contact: Kris Fister, (907) 683-9583 Denali National Park and Preserve and the Denali Borough communities invite all who love winter to come...
View ArticleGreat views and a workout with snowshoeing in southern B.C.
VANCOUVER -- Snowshoeing is one of the easiest, and least expensive, ways to exercise or get out and enjoy the winter in southern British Columbia. If you can walk, you can snowshoe. But some people...
View ArticleMushers embark on trek across Alaska as Iditarod begins
Share PhotoReddit✉ Musher Lance Mackey takes a selfie before the ceremonial start of the Iditarod sled dog race in Anchorage, Alaska, on Saturday, March 7, 2015. Mackey, a cancer survivor, is a...
View Article>2 Aussies attempt winter crossing of Brooks Range
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (AP) — An Australian surfer who has a love affair with Alaska is trying to do something no Alaskan has ever done — ski across the length of the Brooks Range in the winter. John Cantor...
View Article'Fat bikes' get winter test ride on Gatineau Park trails
If you are in Gatineau Park this weekend, you may catch a glimpse through the trees of hulking, ungainly looking bicycles rolling effortlessly down hard-packed snowshoe trails. They are called fat...
View ArticleWinter Fun in Washington State
From the deep snows of the mountains to the wild waves of the coast, Washington State is rich in fun things to do and places to visit during the winter months. Winter vacations provide the setting for...
View ArticleFredericksburg native Seavey wins fourth Iditarod crown, sets course record
NOME, Alaska — Dallas Seavey won his third straight Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race early Tuesday morning, crossing under the burled arch on Front Street in Nome for his fourth overall title in the last...
View ArticleDallas Seavey closes in on 4th Iditarod title
NOME, Alaska (AP) — Dallas Seavey won his third straight Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race early Tuesday morning, crossing under the burled arch on Front Street in Nome for his fourth overall title in the...
View ArticleDallas Seavey wins 1,000-mile race across Alaska and claims fourth Iditarod...
NOME, Alaska // Dallas Seavey won his third straight Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race early Tuesday morning, crossing under the burled arch on Front Street in Nome for his fourth overall title in the last...
View ArticleDallas Seavey wins fourth Iditarod crown, sets course record
Dallas Seavey won his third straight Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race early Tuesday morning, crossing under the burled arch on Front Street in Nome for his fourth overall title in the last five years....
View ArticleDallas Seavey wins third straight Iditarod race
Dallas Seavey won his third straight Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race early Tuesday morning, crossing under the burled arch on Front Street in Nome for his fourth overall title in the last five years. Race...
View ArticleInventors meet demands of Alaska wilderness
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Laura Wright's light-bulb moment came on a frigid day on the Yukon River, her back and shoulders aching from the effort of hauling a sled behind her as she skijored. Inspiration...
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