Alaska Constellations: A Beginner’s Guide to the Winter Sky
Learn to recognize Alaska’s winter constellations, find Polaris from the Big Dipper, and begin stargazing safely under the northern sky.
Winter Solstice in Alaska: The Longest Night and Return of Light
Explore the winter solstice in Alaska—from Juneau and Anchorage to Fairbanks and Utqiaġvik—and discover how the year’s longest night marks the return of light.
Alpenglow in Alaska: Why the Mountains Turn Pink
Discover the science and quiet wonder of alpenglow in Alaska—why mountain peaks turn pink near sunrise and sunset, where to look, and the story behind the Alpenglow Bracelet.
Alaska Evergreen Trees: The Green That Holds Through Winter
From Interior spruce to Southeast hemlock, Alaska’s evergreens carry color and life through winter. Explore the trees, forest regions, and resilience behind the Essential Evergreen Set.
Brooks Range, Alaska: Mountains at the Edge of the Arctic
Explore Alaska’s Brooks Range—its geography, wildlife, cultural history, remote travel options, and the story behind the Brooks Range Bracelet.
Atigun Pass, Alaska: Crossing the Roof of the Dalton Highway
Cross the Brooks Range at Atigun Pass, the Dalton Highway’s highest point, and learn what makes this remote Alaska landmark unforgettable.
Kodiak Bears: Giants of Alaska’s Emerald Archipelago
Meet the Kodiak bears found only in Alaska’s Kodiak Archipelago, learn what makes them unique, and discover how to view these island giants responsibly.
Steller’s Jay in Alaska: The Bold Blue Voice of the Forest
Meet Alaska’s bold blue-and-black Steller’s jay—learn how to identify it, where it lives, what it eats, and why its forest character inspired a Great Land Bracelet.
