Canada to Host 12th Our Ocean Conference in Spring 2027
Scientists say subglacial lakes in Canada’s Arctic form a complex interconnected system that eventually carries meltwater out to the ocean. (Jonathan Hayward/The Canadian Press) The
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Trump launches new strikes on Iran after US Army helicopter downed
WASHINGTON — U.S. forces launched renewed strikes on Iran late Tuesday, in response to the downing of a U.S. Apache helicopter a day earlier, according
Republicans in Congress clear final hurdle for $70B boost in immigration enforcement
WASHINGTON — U.S. House Republicans on Tuesday approved three years of funding for immigration enforcement without any new guardrails on how federal agents operate. The
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Crunchy Baked Halibut Bites
Halibut bites get a nutritious upgrade in this baked recipe from Sitka fisherman and nutritionist Lexi Hackett of Fish & Family Seafoods. Coated in hemp
Unraveling the Mysteries of Steelhead
Steelhead research is expanding on the Kenai Peninsula, and the data is starting to reveal where these fish go once they leave freshwater. Trout Unlimited’s
Dewey’s Cook Inlet
Dewey’s Cook Inlet has been Alaska’s largest marine dealer for over 60 years, built on a foundation of expert product knowledge, quality boat lines, and
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Your guide to the Chena River
Flowing through the heart of Fairbanks, the Chena River (known in Athabascan as Ch’eno’) shapes life in Interior Alaska year-round. In the summer, the river glows under the midnight sun, setting
Top 10 Summer Events in Fairbanks
From April 22nd through August 20th, Fairbanks experiences the Midnight Sun Season, when daylight stretches around the clock and the sun barely dips below the horizon. This
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Science for Alaska Summer Series 2026
For the third year, Explore Fairbanks and the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute are joining together to host the Science for Alaska Summer Series,
12 Top Budget Travel Ideas for Anchorage
Think experiencing Alaska has to come with a hefty price tag? Think again. Some of Anchorage’s most memorable experiences cost less than a movie ticket,
How Anchorage is Celebrating America250
America celebrates its birthday with observances and special events nationwide timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The
Memorial Day Restaurant Open Hours
Memorial Day weekend is upon us, and to make your dining experience a breeze, our Visitor Services team has done the legwork. We’ve contacted over
Dena’ina Place Names in Anchorage
By Visit Anchorage, May Stokes Last updated May 14, 2026 Land Acknowledgment Anchorage lies within Dena’ina Ełnena, the homeland of the