Book – Alaska Books and Calendars

Alaska River Guide: Canoeing, Kayaking, and Rafting (3/E)

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EXPLORE HIDDEN ALASKAThe Alaska River Guide is the premier guide to Alaskan paddling. It combines detailed river maps, photographs, and crucial at-a-glance information to provide you with the knowledge needed to plan a successful Alaska river trip.The book also highlightscautions and river hazardsprime paddling seasondirections to river-access pointssummaries of fish and wildlifeThe rich tapestry of Alaska is threaded together by 365,000 miles of waterways, from cascading mountain streams to meandering valley rivers, from the meltwaters of glaciers to broad rivers that empty into the sea. These waterways run deep in the fabric of Alaskan life, providing means of communication, nutrition, and transport for plants, animals, and people.The Alaska River Guide provides enough information to help you prepare for your trip without spoiling the wonders and discoveries waiting for you out on the water.Karen Jettmar learned to paddle and row on the placid waters of the Severn River in Maryland. Since then, she has paddled all over Alaska and the world. A 30-year Alaskan, she has combined a passion for the earth’s wild places with writing, photography, and a life in the outdoors. She worked as a backcountry ranger in several of Alaska’s premier national parks, taught school in rural Native communities, and was Assistant Regional Director for The Wilderness Society. She lives in Anchorage.

Driving to Alaska and Back, and Back and Back

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Take one feisty female senior citizen, a changing cast of passengers and one or two Boston Terriers and take the trip(s) of a lifetime on the road from Phoenix, Arizona to Anchorage, Alaska via the Alaska Highway. The book is part journal, part travelogue and part guide for anyone contemplating driving to Alaska. Numerous photos document the sights and stops along the way on routes through the West and Southwest of the “Lower 48,” the spectacular countryside of western Canada and the Yukon, and into the Great Land of Alaska itself. A veteran of four round trips, with and without passengers, but always with at least one dog, the author provides a unique perspective on this, “the best road trip ever.”

Guide to Peril Strait and Wrangell Narrows, Alaska

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Learning how to pilot a ship through Wrangell Narrows and Peril Strait is not an easy matter for a vessel operator new to the area, or even for those with experience. It takes time, patience, and a certain appetite for risk. The older generation of captains knew the channels in great detail, but they did not write anything down to leave for the next generation coming up through the ranks. Recognizing the wealth of the knowledge these navigators possessed in their memories, William Hopkins decided to document their charts and methods as he himself learned to maneuver ships through these important and narrow southeastern Alaska channels. A now retired captain who logged many voyages, Hopkins delineates the navigable courses for passing these treacherous waterways in this essential guide.William Hopkins has been a resident of Alaska since 1970, graduating from Anchorage Community College with an AA degree in Natural Science (Geology) and later obtaining a BS degree from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy in 1976. He began sailing soon after for thirty years. He is happily married to his wife, Wynn, and currently lives in Ketchikan, Alaska.

Alaska on the Go: Exploring the 49th State with Children

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Nearly two million people visit Alaska every year, drawn to its spectacular views and endless activities. But with such size and so many options, it can seem overwhelming when it comes to planning a family vacation to the 49th state. The best place to start? With a local, of course. Journalist and Alaska resident Erin Kirkland knows every corner of the state, and she has crossed thousands of miles with her son. In Alaska on the Go, she offers a fresh take on exploring some of the most beautiful land in the world, with tips and tricks that only an insider knows. Serving as the perfect tour guide, Kirkland identifies the best and most kid-friendly destinations in cities across Alaska. She offers practical advice on everything from restaurants to rest stops and from weather surprises to wild animals. Photos, maps, and sample itineraries make it easy for parents to plan a trip that will delight and entertain everyone. The only family travel guide written by a current Alaskan, Alaska on the Go makes the state more accessible than ever. Whether traveling via car, cruise ship, or dog sled, this practical, portable guide will open up a new world of memorable adventures.

Day Hiking Southcentral Alaska: Anchorage Area, Kenai Pen

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Publisher Marketing:- Hikes within driving distance of Anchorage and its environs- 100 day hikes, from iconic to beginner to lung-burner!- Day Hiking: Southcentral Alaska features 100 day hikes in the populous region around the Greater Anchorage area. Starting with the immense and accessible Chugach State Park, the guide includes hikes north of the city to include the Matanuska-Susitna Valley and Hatcher Pass areas, and also trails near Eagle River, Palmer, and Wasilla. There are hikes along Cook Inlet and Turnagain Arm, including near Girdwood, Portage Glacier, and Whittier, as well as all of the Kenai Peninsula–Chugach National Forest, Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, Kachemak Bay State Park and State Wilderness Park, Soldotna, Homer, and more.- “Hikes at a Glance” highlights features of each hike- Difficulty rating, elevation gain, distance, and best season for each trail- Detailed driving directions to trailheads- Useful trail icons for dog-friendliness, glaciers, lakes, and more- Convenient, compact, and packable size- Full-color photos throughoutLisa Maloney has lived in Alaska for more than 25 years. A former hiking columnist for The Anchorage Press, she also covered a nationwide hiking and backpacking beat for About.com, served as a senior editor at Alaska magazine, authored the award-winning travel guidebook Moon Alaska, and contributes outdoor and lifestyle articles to a number of publications. Find her at www.maloneywrites.com; or Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @HikingAlaska.

Very Best of Robert Service

itadmin — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 23:24:09 +0000

Over 100 poems portray the trials and tribulations of Gold Rush pioneers, as well as Service’s days in France and his experiences serving in World War I in the American Ambulance Corps. Some favorites include, The Cremation of Sam McGee, The Law of the Yukon, The Shooting of Dan McGrew and Bessie’s Boil.

Yukon Poems of Robert W. Service

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Five of Robert W. Service’s classic poems of the Yukon Gold Rush of 1898.

Bears and Moose of Alaska: Nature Poetry

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A collection of nature poetry and photographs.

Cremation of Sam McGee

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Experience the classic Robert Service poem like never before. Published originally in the critically acclaimed “Songs of a Sourdough”, this timeless work is given new life through the vibrant illustrations of born and raised Alaskan artist and author Kaelan Paulson.

Shooting of Dan McGrew

itadmin — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 23:24:02 +0000

Experience the classic Robert Service poem like never before. Published originally in 1907 in the critically acclaimed “Songs of a Sourdough”, this timeless work is given new life through the vibrant illustrations of born and raised Alaskan artist and author Kaelan Paulson.