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We Actually Moved to Alaska
So here we are. We did it. We moved to Alaska. If you have been following our adventure all along you know what a journey it has been. If you haven’t then read my first post— we started this journey back in July with no idea where it would lead. It all happened so randomly.…
Read MoreYour Super Recipe: Baked Apples
Your Super Baked Apples While we are enjoying the first snowfall of the season here in Alaska, the lower 48 is in the height of autumn so I thought I would share my Your Super Baked Apple recipe which honestly is great in fall OR winter. SO where ever you are and whatever the season…
Read MoreMoose-akas in Denali: A Unique Menu in a Friendly Atmosphere
One of the great things about living in the United States is that decades of immigrants from around the world have brought a wide array of international cuisine. Alaska is no exception. From an abundance of Thai cuisine to exquisite Philippine restaurants, Alaska boasts an incredibly diverse culinary scene. In fact, nestled in a cluster…
Read MoreVisiting Denali National Park with Dogs
Most people visiting Denali National Park are there for a day or two and they take the National Park bus into the park take some beautiful pictures and move on to their next destination. When you are travelling to Denali National Park with dogs though this itinerary is not possible, but there is plenty to…
Read MoreTop Ten Things to Do In Anchorage with Kids
With it’s fresh air, abundant wildlife, quirky shops and restaurants, Anchorage is a great place to spend a day with kids. There are tons of options, but here are my top ten. Fun Fact: Reindeer noses are designed to warm the air they breathe before it reaches the lungs! Anchorage Top Ten Visit the Reindeer…
Read MoreBest Things To Do In Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, Alaska is the gateway to exploring the far northern stretches of the North American continent. Although the second largest city in Alaska, Fairbanks is never the less a small town with a friendly atmosphere. There is no shortage of things to do in Fairbanks. It’s a perfect destination for those looking to see and…
Read MoreRandom Thoughts on North Pole and Fairbanks, Alaska
As we have completed our quarantine in the quiet cabin of Salcha, Alaska we decided to head first to Fairbanks– a rugged city that serves as the gateway to the great interior of Alaska. Along the way we stopped in North Pole, Alaska. This touristy and quirky town is (obviously) not really the North Pole,…
Read MoreReview of Pike’s Waterfront Lodge in Fairbanks, Alaska
Pike’s Waterfront Lodge in Fairbanks, Alaska is a family friendly resort style lodge on the banks of the Chena River. From the parking lot you are immediately greeted by two topiary moose and a classic Alaskan log entry way. The resort offers many different activities and amenities depending on the season. Enjoy mini golf and…
Read More10 Tips to Keep Your Homeschooler Motivated
How can I keep my homeschooler motivated to their work? Even the most enthusiastic homeschooler will at one time or another go through a phase where they just lose interest. Keeping your child motivated and reigniting the love of learning can be one of the most difficult and frustrating parts of homeschooling. Signs your child…
Read MoreHow to Make High Bush Cranberry Sauce
Let me start by reminding everyone that I am new at this. Although I have always loved nature the fruits of boreal forests and the arctic are very much alien to me. That being said in the era of the internet with even minimal knowledge I have been able to learn so much in such…
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