This is The Blue Tarp, stories from Alaska’s Northern Susitna Valley as told by those who lived them.  As we wrap up our second season focused on events in the … Green Light Circus and Complexities of Love

This is The Blue Tarp, stories from Alaska’s Northern Susitna Valley as told by those who lived them.  This season, we’ve been looking at events in the area, and today … Trapper Creek Festivals

This is The Blue Tarp, stories of Alaska’s Northern Susitna Valley as told by those who lived them.  Today, we’ll hear about Alaska’s state sport, dog mushing, and how mushing … Local Mushing Events

This is The Blue Tarp, stories from Alaska’s Northern Susitna Valley as told by those who lived them.   This season has been focused on events unique to the area.  … Oosik Classic Ski Race and Tour

This is The Blue Tarp, stories of Alaska’s Northern Susitna Valley as told by those who lived them.  Today, we’re exploring another festival from Talkeetna’s recent past, Miner’s Day.  It’s … Miner’s Day

This is The Blue Tarp, stories of Alaska’s Northern Susitna Valley as told by those who lived them.  Today, we’re looking at an event…or rather two events with very similar … Moose Dropping Festival

This is The Blue Tarp, stories from Alaska’s Northern Susitna Valley as told by those who lived them.  In this episode, we’re taking a look at the event that has … The Talkeetna Bachelor Auction and Ball

One of the more common questions visitors ask Talkeetna residents is what we do in the winter.  We’re starting off our second season by answering part of that question.  The … Wilderness Woman Contest

If you’ve listened to season one of our show, you know the Susitna Valley is full of stories. Many of them are happy, some are sad, and some are downright … Blue Tarp Halloween 2020 Special