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Anchorage, Alaska, Fur Rondy, Anchorage Fur Rendezvous Festival

Posted on March 3, 2012 by Newman

Anchorage, Alaska, Fur Rondy, Anchorage Fur Rendezvous Festival. Let’s Rondy! Seriously, you would never guess that Alaska in the winter would be a good time – no! The best time!  After being couped up (sp?) all winter, the Anchorites and … Continue reading →

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President’s Day in Alaska means ICE CLIMBING!

Posted on February 18, 2012 by Newman

Hey Gang! It’s cold (and staying cold).  It’s dark, but getting lighter.  The best way to beat SAD and cabin fever is to get out of the cabin and into the light.  If ice climbing is your thing, then Presidents … Continue reading →

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Fatbikerafting the Arctic by Andrew Badenoch — Kickstarter

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Newman

Here is the stuff of Alaskan Legend.  It’s the stuff of childhood dreams – that is if you had dreams to “do epic stuff”.  Lord knows I did and I think everyone can relate somewhat to.  Read of on Andrew … Continue reading →

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Is the Aurora happening tonight?

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Newman

It’s a verifiable fact that the Alaskan Winter is cold and dark.  The average January low temperature in Valdez is cold and in the Copper River valley REALLY cold.  If you don’t mind the cold, the dark might drive you … Continue reading →

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Four New Blogs Added to the Blogroll

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Newman

Hey Everyone!  Four new blogs on the blogroll today, which is Chinese New Year 2012 – The Year of the Dragon!  Xīn Nián Kuài Lè Living The Dream In Deep (Alaska) AlaskaFit ProudLine Productions Steep skiing, boarding and climbing at … Continue reading →

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Snow Town USA: Valdez, Alaska

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Newman

Valdez is living up to the hype this season.  Epic, massive snowfall has smothered the town.  The annual average snowfall is 305.8 inches. The record is from the 1989-90 season with 560.7 inches.  This year Valdez has reached 300 inches … Continue reading →

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