Involving community members key to sharing research across N.W.T., advocates say
Heidi Swanson, a biology professor at Wilfrid Laurier University, studies lakes chosen by local Indigenous communities to understand which fish have lower mercury levels. Heidi
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Tiny Alaska port town designs transportation plan to handle huge crowds
The western Prince William Sound town of Whittier is small, with only about 250 residents packed into a narrow slice of land between the mountains
The science of Alaska’s bees: What researchers are learning
On a warm July afternoon near Fairbanks, a volunteer with the Alaska Bee Atlas kneels beside a patch of blooming fireweed, gently sweeping a net
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Tipuk, Tomcod, and Trout: Fishing Coastal Lagoons of Northwest Alaska
Alaska coastal lagoons are among the most overlooked flyfishing waters in the state, tucked into remote stretches of Alaska’s Chukchi Sea coast. Here’s what happened
KRSA’s Bum Rap: Conserving Alaska’s Fisheries for Future Generations
For more than four decades, the Kenai River Sportfishing Association (KRSA) has been a leading voice in Alaska fisheries conservation. What began as an effort
Coconut Halibut Curry
Coconut Halibut Curry is a rich, warming dish that comes together in under 30 minutes and makes the most of fresh, wild-caught Alaskan halibut. Creamy
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Quick Guide to Hiking Safety in Juneau
Five individuals died in the Tongass National Forest around Juneau during the summer of 2025. As of June 25, 2026, at least four rescues have
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
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World Eskimo-Indian Olympics Take Center Stage
Every July, Fairbanks hosts the World Eskimo-Indian Olympics (WEIO), a four-day series of competitions and cultural practices. WEIO draws Native athletes and dancers from
4th of July Restaurant and Event Information
Happy Independence Day! To make your dining experience a breeze this 4th of July weekend, our Visitor Services team has compiled a helpful list. We’ve
Moose 101
Seeing moose is high on the list for a lot of visitors, and for good reason! Moose are one of the most iconic animals in
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,