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67Alaska: the Bore Tides of Turnagain Arm
by minnow
When the incoming tide is funneled into a narrow area such as Turnagain arm, it produces a distinct and powerful difference between high and low tide, which you can view as a wall of water rushing in with tremendous force. I remember seeing a whirling mass of eagles and ravens flying along like a tornado as the bore tide roared in. published 7 months ago
64Alaska: Crow Pass Crossing 2008
by minnow
Mountain running in the Chugach Range. As of 7/10/08, there were still about 30 spots available. Don't wait! This limited entry race starts at the Crow Pass Trailhead in Girdwood and ends in Eagle River, north of Anchorage. It involves crossing a glacial stream which can be fast, high, and COLD! A must do for the serious mountain trail racer. Sign up before 5 PM, June 4th! published 6 months ago
59Minnow's Guide #2: River City Books
by minnow
I don't know if you're like me, but I love going to small towns and visiting their independent bookstores for a little local flavor. If you come to Soldotna, be sure to check out River City Books, located at the "Y", especially for its collection of Alaskana and books on local hiking trails. In Soldotna soll man „River City Books" immer besuchen. Diese kleine Buchhandlung ist unabhängiger und hat eine nette Auslese der Bücher über Alaska. published 8 months ago
56Minnow's Guide #6: When do moose calve?
by minnow
In mid-May, all the gravid cow moose that have been hanging around town will disappear into the woods and we won't see them for about a month, when they will reappear accompanied by their calves. The cows... published 6 months ago
52Minnow's Guide #5: How to look like a local
by minnow
Have you ever gone on vacation and noticed that you don't look local? It's especially noticeable in Soldotna during tourist season. Sure, fellers, you have your jeans on, and maybe your new hiking boots. We won't hold it against you. Learn what clothes the locals wear so you can blend in and find out where to buy them. published 7 months ago
52Minnow's Guide #3: Buying Groceries in Soldotna
by minnow
Now why would I write about groceries? After talking with some of the very nice people who visit Soldotna for the first time, not just out of state visitors, but even some Alaskans, people don't know what to expect when they come down here. So they go crazy, buying everything in Anchorage. When they don't have to. Gibt es Lebensmittelgeschäfte in Soldotna? Ja, natürlich. Wir haben zwei große Geschäfte und einige kleine Geschäfte. published 7 months ago
51Minnow's Guide #7: Memorial Day Weekend
by minnow
Memorial Day Weekend 2008 in Soldotna. Where there are motorhomes, the mosquitoes can't be far behind. What to look for in a mosquito repellent, including plant based alternatives. published 6 months ago
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