Ice Core Extraction and Transport Challenged by Warm Temperatures
Scientists have completed another season of ice core collection on the Mt. Hunter plateau. The team of four, from Dartmouth and Colby Colleges, spent three weeks in the Alaska Range
The Alaska Bush Cabin Experience offers retreat to a remote cabin near Skwentna
Lifelong Alaskan residents, Ray and Riska Cruse have created a business that offers an off the grid cabin to unwind and enjoy the solitude of nature. The starting point begins
Kachemak Bay Field Trip fosters Stewardship of the Environment and others
Thirty-eight students, eight chaperones and teachers of Talkeetna Elementary School crossed Kachemak Bay for an intensive learning experience with the Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies(CACS). While a tremendous amount of
To cut or not to cut: When to clear dead spruce trees
Correction: A previous version of this story stated that those seeking to cut spruce trees should wait until the period of May to July. Foresters suggest avoiding cutting from April
Burn permits required as of April 1st
As of April 1st- August 31st, burn permits are required for burning. There are multiple factors that can make burning hazardous if the proper safety per cautions are not followed.
Early breakup puts a time crunch on logistics "up the tracks"
The last two weeks of March is a busy time for Alaskans who live off the road system. These folks need to re-supply cabins and be prepared for Spring break-up
Organizers prepare for "silly or serious" 2019 Oosik Classic Ski Race and Tour
The Trail Meister of Talkeetna’s 2019 Oosik Classic Ski Race and Tour held has a big job in preparing 25 and 50 kilometers of trail to be in prime condition
Observations of Climate Change in the Upper Susitna Valley
Talking about the weather has probably been one of the most common conversations between humans over the years. More recently, talking about climate has become a hot topic. Climatologist Brian
47th Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is underway
The 47th Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is has begun. This year, the first musher out of the chute in Willow was Talkeetna’s Anja Radano. KTNA’s Katie Writer spoke with