The Iditarod has come and gone which means spring/summer is right around the corner. Don’t let that send you into hibernation until the snow melts, there are plenty of fun activities to keep you out and about until summer begins.
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Alaska is home to the world’s most celebrated dog sledding races in the world. The Yukon Quest and Iditarod are ubiquitous in the sport, and having either title will make you a local superstar.
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With snow piled high and nights starting early and ending late, winter is in full swing in Alaska. The cold can be unforgiving and often drives us inside. Luckily, this is not a problem that is new this year or last.
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It’s January in Alaska and over the past few winters that have meant freezing rain and icy roads, but not this winter.
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Year round, Alaska’s winters inspire curiosity from visitors. It’s frequent that I’m asked how often it snows, or how much snow I’ve seen at once. Alaska is a winter paradise for winter activities, like skiing, snowshoeing and dog mushing.
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Currently, in Anchorage, the temperature is averaging about 22F which is below freezing, so staying outside isn’t really a very liable option. When it’s this cold outside why not head inside for a nice cold one?
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For skiers and snowboarders, Alaska can be exotic, exciting and enticing. Our beloved Alyeska Resort in Girdwood offers world-class slopes and has hosted the US Alpine Championships twice in the last decade. Locals enjoy local hills situated throughout town and even groomed trails for cross country skiing.
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One of the many things that makes Alaska so special is that all three bear species from North America live here: Brown bears (or Grizzly), Black bears and Polar bears. Bears are highly evolved social creatures. They are also extremely intelligent.
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