Susitna Writer's Voice--StarDate Susitna 6-18-2017, by Kathleen Fleming
The activities of the moon, an explanation of Summer Solstice (the exact time is 8:24 Tuesday the 20th at this latitude), and more about what to expect if you’re traveling
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Climber who died descending Denali identified
The climber who died on Denali last Friday has been identified. The National Park Service says 28-year-old Sanjay Pandit of Nepal was descending the mountain with two teammates when he
Denali Report for June 16th, 2017: Warm weather and low summit rate
As of Thursday, 1,169 people are registered to attempt Denali this year. Of those, 399 are on the mountain, and 650 climbs have been completed. Of those 185 people have
Climber dies of illness on Denali
This story is developing, and will be updated as more information becomes available. A climber has died on Denali as the result of an unknown illness, according to the National
Inaugural Pride event to be held in Talkeetna
June is Pride month, a time when LGBTQ+ community members and their allies hold events around the country. This year, some local youth plan to hold a Pride parade in
News from the Ranger Station 6-15-2017
In this weekly segment, produced by the staff of the Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station, we learn about the history of dealing with human waste on Denali, the trend
Talkeetna sewer and water customers will see rate hike in July
Starting next month, customers of the Talkeetna Sewer and Water system will see higher bills. The rate changes happened as part of the budget process, but are not technically part
Workshop features natural building methods
by: Katie Writer – KTNA The summer months can feel rather manic for many Alaskans who are constructing homes and building additions on others. Recently, a group of natural builders
Susitna Writer's Voice--"Robin's Wild Hare", by Robin Song
The many years I lived as caretaker at Birch Creek Ranch, I rarely saw a Snowshoe Hare. I looked for their tracks in winter, and noted the rise and fall