Seward, Alaska is famous for being the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park, one of the most popular places to visit in Alaska. It’s also one of the stops for major cruise lines when visiting Alaska. However there’s a little hidden gem that receives far fewer visitors but gives you a stunning view over the […]
The Magical Matanuska Glacier Hike
We bumped along in the car trying not to pull over every five seconds to take pictures. Not that there would be anything wrong with that, but we had a destination in mind: the Matanuska glacier near Palmer, Alaska. My tour partner, Pete, came to a stop up ahead as a moose ran across the […]
How to Prepare for Backpacking in Alaska
Backpacking in the Alaskan backcountry has been one of my favorite outdoor adventures to date. I saw moose, a wolverine, a bear, and almost no other people with the exception of another group far in the distance and the occasional bush plane. Alaska also came with its own set of challenges and special equipment that […]
Eight Days in the Alaskan Wilderness
The email came through in December as I was sitting in California. Rain pitter-pattered outside as I read – it was a particularly rainy winter after all. I can still remember where I was sitting on the couch while I imagined the adventure proposed. “Want to come backpacking in Alaska?” Um, yes! Eight months later […]