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Secrets the Cruise Lines Don’t Tell You – Cruises – Cruise Critic

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Newman

There’s no “open beverage” rule onboard. You can bring drinks from a bar or buffet to your cabin or elsewhere on the ship and no one will bat an eye. (Same goes for food.) via Secrets the Cruise Lines Don’t … Continue reading →

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Minerals in Alaska – not just Alaska Gold for the rockhounds

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Newman

Minerals in Alaska. Check out this site of  Alaska mineral facts from the Alaska Public Lands information center. It’s a ‘goldmine’ of for the Alaskan Rockhounds!  

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1977 Corvette Burnout – at Thompson Pass

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Newman

1977 Corvette Burnout – YouTube.   Snowmachines in the winter and Stingrays in the summer.  Alaska respects and encourages this type of outlaw behavior … but PLEASE don’t try this in your rental RV!

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NFL Players Born in Alaska

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Newman

While watching the big game last night, I thought, “Are there any NFL Players Born in Alaska?” It took some searching but I found DatabaseFootball.com had the answer.  Check out the link for the details.  

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Four unmissable experiences on a cruise to Alaska

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Newman

Four unmissable experiences on a cruise to Alaska The continental United States may have great cities like New York and spectacular natural beauty like the Grand Canyon, but nothing quite prepares you for the isolated magnificence of its northern-most state, … Continue reading →

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Discover Kickstarter Projects in Alaska

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Newman

Discover Projects » Search — Kickstarter. Follow the link for cool projects based in Alaska.  You’ll be glad you did.

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BBC News – Australian amateur prospector finds massive gold nugget

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Newman

An amateur prospector in the Australian state of Victoria has astonished experts by unearthing a gold nugget weighing 5.5kg (177 ounces). via BBC News – Australian amateur prospector finds massive gold nugget.   HOLY COW!!!

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Valdez | The Alaska Avalanche Information Center

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Newman

Valdez | The Alaska Avalanche Information Center. Use the link above for a nice weather dashboard for Valdez or get the automated report on your phone: The Valdez Avalanche information center forecast is now available via phone! Call 907-255-2241.

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Copper Basin 300 Sled Dog Race

Posted on January 12, 2013 by Newman

Copper Basin 300 Sled Dog Race The race starts tomorrow!   Here is a photo set of the dogs and mushers from last year. And, here’s the ADN coverage.

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300 Villages | alaskapublic.org

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Newman

300 Villages | alaskapublic.org. Alaska Public Radio does a cool series of podcasts (radio shows) about villages around the state.  Check ’em out!

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