Alaska Birding Alaska is known for its paramount wildlife sightings. Specifically, it offers superb bird-watching opportunities for many reasons. We'll explore why Alaska offers such an exciting stage for viewing hundreds of bird species. (Western Field Ornithologists)And how to find and enjoy the best Alaskan bird-watching locations. Migratory and Residential Birds So what draws millions of birds each summer and many other wild animals? [...]
Coastal Life With the changing of seasons, the Alaskan coast moves from icy stillness to layers of vibrant life. Where fall once signaled the beginning of southern migrations, the spring welcomes in new life and returning residents as the ice melts. The days lengthen, and animals start to rouse just as others are making their annual trip back. Many coastal species follow the warming waters into northern regions in [...]
Hiking the Gold Mint Trail Hatcher’s Pass offers many hiking opportunities. Its varied terrain and access to the backcountry of the Talkeetna Mountains will have you yearning for more with each visit. Some days offer an abundance of time and resources, while others leave you with only an afternoon to spare. On a summer day in the Mat-Su Valley, we chose to keep the logistics simple and set out [...]
Alaska Bears Alaska is home to many plants and animals. With ample food and habitat resources, there is typically more than one species of animal. Like the bear. There are about four distinct species of bear in Alaska: brown bears, grizzly bears, black bears, and polar bears. Each bear has behaviors and characteristics that result from adapting within its environment. Learning about bears is your best way to be [...]
The Alaskan Moose The Alaska moose is abundant across the Last Frontier. From the Southeastern regions to the northern territories, about 175,000 to 200,000 moose are scattered across the state. If you are exploring the state, chances are you will have a moose sighting. These mammals typically travel alone or with their young, rarely in herds. Understanding their territory and behaviors is important for respecting and supporting their environments. [...]
Alaskan Seals A deep sense of immensity and connection reaches you the first time your eyes travel over the shorelines, fjords, bays, or sounds of Alaska. All the elements are connected here. Each life form supports another. One marine mammal that explores its curiosity and playfulness, occasionally making its presence known, is the harbor seal. Some stand out more than others, making their presence more apparent to us and [...]
