So, if April showers bring May flowers, what do May flowers bring? I guess the politically correct the answer would be jobs and prosperity. I say April brings hope and promise. The earth is tilting in our favor. We who live in the Northern Hemisphere will soon enjoy the rites of the season, fresh fruits [...]

Summer is in full bloom on the Turnigan Arm. Bulbous beluga porpoise along the inlet in pursuit of their quarry. Though not a rare sight, it has recently come to light that they may be in search of more than fish. Some go the distance to Portage, while others take a left at Girdwood, heading [...]

We are rounding the corner on yet another winter in Alaska. Very soon we will be staring down the straightaway to summer. Now is the time to plan for upcoming outings and prepare our gear. Be ready to make the most of our brief but glorious time in the sun. When it comes to stocking [...]

It’s true, you can teach an old dog new tricks. It can also be a fun, rewarding and tasty experience. I recently attended the Viking Cooking School presented by Allen and Peterson. It was an evening workshop hosted by chef Karin Carter. The fare featured an excellent selection of five dishes from famous steak houses [...]

The summer that never was. It rained just a bit. OK, it rained constantly. But as Alaskans we do what it takes. Nothing stands between us and our outdoor fun. The reds were late and when the run finally started you had to be on them quickly. Halibut charters are getting expensive and we all [...]