AK on the Go

Facing your fears with family

May 6, 2013
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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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Take to the open road

April 16, 2013
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There is a lot of wide-open road to explore in Alaska, and the state’s scenic highways are some of the best travel opportunities. Courtesy Erin Kirkland

Alaska’s beautiful highways are destinations in and of themselves The family road trip is a rite of passage. When the 1950s brought automobile ownership to nearly every household, car trips…

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Are we there yet?

March 25, 2013
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Ak on the go with Erin Kirkland

Marine Highway celebrates 50 years, and guess what? Kids love it Alaska does love its ferryboats. Steady symbols of 49th State transportation, the historic “blue canoes” deliver people and goods…

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Fur Rendezvous 2013 offers up family fun

February 19, 2013
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Rondy

Footrace, carnival rides and sprint mushing keep each day exciting After 77 years of entertaining Alaskans and visitors in the middle of a typically dreary season, Anchorage’s Fur Rendezvous is…

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