Been there, done that and just when you think you've seen it all (The United...
(Source: The United States Army) FORT WAINWRIGHT, Alaska - More than 25 years ago a young couple living in Los Angeles, working for Douglass-Boeing, the aerospace company, decided to flip a coin and...
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 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...
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 ArticleIditarod show goes on despite lack of snow
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — If there is one day when mushers in the Iditarod sled dog race don't have to worry about trail conditions, it should be Saturday during the ceremonial start. A lack of snow...
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...
View ArticleIditarod show goes on despite lack of snow
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — If there is one day when mushers in the Iditarod sled dog race don't have to worry about trail conditions, it should be Saturday during the ceremonial start. A lack of snow...
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...
View ArticleIditarod show goes on despite lack of snow
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — If there is one day when mushers in the Iditarod sled dog race don't have to worry about trail conditions, it should be Saturday during the ceremonial start. A lack of snow...
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