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Alaska Coast Magazine Trailmix: May 13, 2013

May 13, 2013
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Cycling for change: 120-mile ride raises funds for Lung Association They call it the ride of your life, and for some, The Alaska Clean Air Challenge really is all about…

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Transition to spring running

May 13, 2013
Mike Halko runs in New Zealand, near the site of the “Lord of the Rings” films. Courtesy of Mike Halko

Don’t let early-season injuries bring you down Spring is here and our trails, finally free of ice and snow, beckon runners and walkers of all abilities. The longer, warmer days seem…

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Spreading the safety message

May 13, 2013
NAOI instructor Jacob Shultz demonstrates the use of an avalanche transceiver to a group of youth from Bush communities who attended a training program in Palmer. By Debra McGhan

Wilderness Safety Challenge expands to Barrow, Anaktuvuk Pass   Thanks to a grant from the Arctic Slope Community Foundation, on April 30 a team of five instructors with the North…

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Facing your fears with family

May 6, 2013
James (in rear) and Owen Kirkland get comfortable with their double kayak while waiting for Mom. Erin Kirkland

Land of adventure tests mom’s ‘go for it’ fortitude Until recently, it’s been fairly easy to steer our youngest child toward pre-selected vacation activities. Have small child, will travel, so…

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Bear-ly aware

May 6, 2013
Coastal Brown Bear in Alaska

As spring blooms, don’t overlook obvious signs of bear activity “Suddenly the can of bear spray in your hand feels very small and insignificant, yet somehow comforting.” Almost 20 years…

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