Category Archives: Recreation
Garden uses for vinegar
You may know that I’m a fan of vinegar. It can be used for so many things, from cleaning to odor reduction to laundry softener. Since it’s summer and gardening season, I thought I’d share a few garden related uses … Continue reading
Posted in Alaska Life, All, Blog, Home Tips, Recreation
Tagged blueberries, cut flowers, gardening, vinegar
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Watch out for moose with calves
It’s that time of year again. The mama moose are running around with new babies, which is the most dangerous time to have a moose encounter. Living in Alaska my entire life, I’ve had a number of moose run-ins, but … Continue reading
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Tagged Alask wildlife, Alaska moose, Anchorage Alaska, Anchorage Alaska Moose, baby moose, living in Alaska, moose, moose awareness, moose calves, moose safety
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Moose on the Loose in Anchorage, Alaska
Here is a video I took of a young bull moose that has been hanging out in our yard lately. Living in Anchorage, Alaska you’ll often see moose, especially in the winter. We have a number of moose that frequent … Continue reading
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Tagged Alaska moose, Alaska wildlife, Anchorage Alaska Moose, Anchorage Alaska winter, life in Alaska, living in Alaska, moose
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Be Bear Aware this Spring
It’s springtime in Alaska, and it’s time to be bear aware. There’s still snow on the ground, but black bears have been spotted in Anchorage. There’s been a sighting at Baxter Bog, and I’m sure more sightings are coming soon. … Continue reading
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Tagged Alaska bears, Alaska hiking, Alaska wildlife, Anchorage Alaska, Anchorage wildlife, be bear aware, bear spray, bird feeders, black bears, brown bears, spring bears
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Dress in layers for Alaska outdoor fun
There are a ton of fun outdoors events coming up this month, including Winter Trails day, Fur Rondy, Ski 4 Kids and more. You can visit my calendar at www.valesa.com/calendar for a list of events. During these outdoor events it’s … Continue reading
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Tagged Alaska hiking, Alaska winter, Anchorage Alaska, Anchorage Alaska winter, dress in layers, hiking, keeping your kids warm, skiing, winter, wool long johns
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