Living Alaska — Why I Do Not Write About Politics, War, or…

The Tourism Industry — Tourism in Alaska I moved to Alaska a year ago from California. I lived in San Francisco, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles. Three places known to attract tourist and have a large tourism industry to support the cities. But what about tourism in Alaska? Is it any different than tourism…

Explaining the Voting Process in Alaska — I Voted I moved to Alaska from San Francisco, California a year ago. I worked for the San Francisco Department of Elections for 17 consecutive elections. One of the things I miss from my former life is getting to participate in the Voting Process. I loved getting up at 5…

Chasing Bears in Alaska — Looking For Grizzly Bears Ok, call me crazy but when I see signs of bears, I get excited not scared. I chase the bear trail on my mountain bike. Today I was in brown bear country. They had signs everywhere warning me of recent bear sightings and activity. I rode…

The Real Alaskan Experience — Getting to Cordova I moved to Alaska a year ago and went to work on the Alaska Marine Highway System. AMHS is a system of Ferry’s that transports people, vehicles, and supplies throughout Alaska and connects the State to the lower 48 via Bellingham, Washington. …

A Family Experience Sea Otters in Prince William Sound I moved to Alaska a year ago and work on the Alaska Marine Highway System. I travel up and down the coast of Alaska on the ferry helping deliver people and supplies to cities and towns throughout the State. One of…

Summer in Alaska — Moving to Alaska I moved to Alaska a year ago and still marvel at the differences. I rode my bicycle from San Francisco, California and decided to stay. My boss regrets giving me month off to see my 50th State. He still thinks I am coming back. Alaska vs. San…

The Real Alaska — Moving To Alaska I moved to Alaska a year ago, and started writing this blog about what is different, or the same as the lower 48 United States. I moved from California to Alaska via an electric bicycle, not your usual method of transportation. I also planned on returning to…

The Blue Glaciers of Alaska — A Brilliant Blue I moved to Alaska a year ago and have seen many glaciers since I arrived. I have seen them up close and far away. Sometimes the bright overhead light makes them shine brilliant white, and other times they appear blue. …