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I would suggest checking Air BnB and looking for a detached building so you guys can be a little on the rowdy side and be okay. A place like this, only $225 for a night and beds for everyone and a whole house.

Wonder what it's like living there? Buy Mary's books, Journey to a dream about moving there to homestead in '64 and suddenly it's spring which follows them til the 21st century: https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Dream-Mary-Lovel-ebook/dp/B005381PR6/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Full article from Kerrisdale Capital Management here. Since announcing their short position, Northern Dynasty stock has plunged 40%.

What do you think is going to happen to your premiums when the pool inevitably gets sicker after healthy people pull out?

If you’re arguing for single payer then fine, but the only thing getting rid of the mandate will do is increase premiums and allow healthy people to free-ride until they actually need insurance, at which point they will either enter the market as sick people who will immediayely cost money, or get treated without insurance until open enrollment, which will probably lead to written off expenses that are recouped through either hospital price increase increases that will affect insurance premiums or federal money from the uncompensated care fund. And of course it’s entirely possible, verging on likely, that a bunch of those people will wind up in bankruptcy due to their medical bills, which will imperil their families, kids’ stability, home ownership, etc., which all manifest in a cascade of problems that ultimately cost money.

Also I am not sure where you are getting a $3,000 per month figure for insurance in Alaska.

https://www.healthcare.gov/small-businesses/shop-rates/alaska/

Even a 60 year old can get a silver plan - without subsidy or employer contribution - for $1,500/mo. Once ACA subsidies are factored in the cost is substantially lower for most people. Nor is it clear where your 3,000% increase in premiums figure comes from. Over what time scale? For what quality plan? In what state? With or without accounting for ACA subsidies?

And no, none of this is to ‘cover the poor who dont’t pay federal taxes.’ That category of people is covered under medicaid. The medicaid funding structure is separate from the individual market, which is what we are talking about if we are talking about the individual mandate and premiums.

Your argument appears to be founded on flawed premises, and it’s not even clear your conclusion follows from those premises.

It's been a while since I've lived in Southeast Alaska, but I can answer a few questions:

1. Ketchikan is far enough south that it doesn't see the extreme cold temperatures you see further north. You can see the average temperatures in January here: https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/ketchikan-ak/99901/january-weather/331730

2. Alaska Marine Highway ferry or flying. Those are your only two options for getting anywhere from Ketchikan. Alaska Airlines flies jets out of Ketchikan and Island Air Express also offers service to Juneau.

it might be cold. it might not. We've had rain in January.

Just this past January, we had -52F, and then the following week it was +30F. https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/fairbanks-ak/99701/january-weather/346836

In my humble opinion, if your vehicle can get out there, -40 is the best temperature for the Hot Springs.

Unless you plan on spending a lot of time outdoors walking around or adventuring, you probably don't need to go crazy on your gear. Just bring clothes that are good for layering.

Assuming you are talking 2-3ms from Muldoon (or anywhere in Alaska for that matter) to Seattle, WA, I'm going to have to call shenanigans on that claim.

3000 miles of Fiber Optic cable will net you about 24ms of latency. Add more for switching equipment and network congestion.

Death to the unbeliever! My life for you Local Burgerman! Long Live his delicious and thick milkshakes!

Where else? Pretty large portion of the US actually. https://weather.com/storms/winter/news/2019-04-08-how-often-it-snows-in-april

I guess it's my turn ti ask if you read the link. Cause according to your link they actually have calmer weather than King Cove. The worst seems to be visibility due to mist/fog/light snow. In terms of wind it it far calmer. In the month of November they had one day with hurricane force winds, with another day pretty close, 71 mph gusts.

https://www.wunderground.com/history/airport/PACD/2017/11/11/MonthlyHistory.html?req_city=Cold+Bay&req_state=AK&req_statename=Alaska&reqdb.zip=99571&reqdb.magic=1&reqdb.wmo=99999

Cause your link is pretty hard to read, though it does have much more information, mainly you can see better during certain times. The link I just linked is monthly giving averages with highs and lows. I will admit, I didn't think of looking at Cold Bay though, but like I said, they actually have better weather than King Cove. That is most likely why they have the all weather airport.

You essentially have to use a freight forwarder service, or play seller roulette to find a vendor who will ship those units with larger batteries up here (speaking primarily of Amazon, but it applies to other marketplace style storefronts as well). Some of the common brands, like Jackery, Anker and DBPower all specifically exclude AK shipments, but others like Maxoak/Bluetti, Tenergy and other random word salad brands will ship up here. You almost have to go through and open every item to determine if it's restricted or not.

A lot of it depends on whether or not it's drop shipped or sent from a US warehouse or distribution center, the packaging type and various other things, and quite frankly, some vendors will ship anything regardless of shipping regulations. Ebay vendors are the best example of this, where vendors ignore (quite important, let's be clear) shipping guidelines all the time. Keeping with the above examples, there are sellers on Ebay who list the same Jackery power banks as eligible for shipping to AK, but obviously pricing and any after sale support will vary widely.

Lowes and Home Depot sort of carry a few models through their website, but most products listed don't offer ship to store or in-store for AK. Batteries Plus used to carry a few models online, but I only see some outdated Goal Zero models and their website is hot garbage, so I gave up. REI as you mention does have a few models available, but the Goal Zero line (while good) does tend to run on the higher side of pricing.

Obviously DEET to avoid it but when that fails this

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For your mornings, there's a few options for shorter hikes in the front range. Flattop mountain from Glen Alps Trailhead might be tolerable in the morning (crazy crowded on a nice summer evening). Near Point is another good, relatively quick hike.

For your several days free, I'd recommend shelling out a few bucks for 55 Ways (Amazon link), it will save me typing and the inevitable omission of good suggestions.

I will say, if you're on a moto, you pretty much gotta head out toward Glennallen, past the Matanuska Glacier and Lion's Head.

Btw, the Dena’ina name for that rock is Nutsada’iy, and in Ahtna it’s Natsede’aayi, both meaning roughly “Rock that is standing”. A woman of the Tsesyu ‘Paint Clan’ and her child were said to be turned to stone. Source: <em>Shem Pete’s Alaska</em>, Kari & Fall 2003, p. 307 #14.59.

Portland has no sales tax....

Ninja edit: http://finance.yahoo.com/news/pf_article_106691.html Add to the list: Manchester, NH Billings, MN

Another point to bring up is that these cities also accomplish this without Alaska's oil and Gas royalties, and their state governments also recieve less funding per capita than Alaska does (I believe Alaska is 2nd only to HI per capita) (more info: http://www.city-data.com/states/Alaska-Taxation.html)

"The aircraft that Virgin America own are largely not included in the deal since the vast majority of these other than 8 are all leased, so Alaska would simply be taking on the leases."

source: http://seekingalpha.com/article/3962723-depth-look-alaska-air-virgin-america-deal

Accessible via South Fork Eagle River hiking trail, about five miles in. No road.

Great hike, although there is a boulder field near Symphony Lake which can be a bit of a pain if you're not a good rock hopper.

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/alaska/south-fork-eagle-river-trail--2

Haven't stayed at the hostel, but you can see some reviews here. At this late date, any accommodations, especially low-priced ones, will be hard to find. Same goes for Seward- you'll just have to prowl the websites and see what you can find. When I go to Seward for my annual halibut trip, I stay here. Their Tree Camping Cabins are very basic, but clean and dry. There's a bathhouse close by, and you're not going to find a cheaper place to stay. Check them out.
As for your itinerary, it'll probably depend on your ability to snag lodging reservations. Good luck.
Also for Denali, get shuttle bus reservations ASAP! I always recommend taking the earliest shuttle you can get on, and only go in as far as Eielson Visitor Center- I think going all the way to Wonder Lake runs up against the Law of Diminishing Returns. If you need more info, don't hesitate to drop me a line.

Who is your carrier? The frequency looks like they will work on most carriers.

https://www.gsmarena.com/cat_s61-9076.php

2G: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)

AT&T shut down their 2G a few years ago, GCI uses 2G in rural villages (850 and 1900)

3G: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 - EU/ROW

GCI uses 850 and 1900 for 3G throughout the state, AT&T uses 850 most places with some 1900

LTE: LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 19(800), 20(800), 26(850), 28(700), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500) - EU/ROW

GCI uses band 4 most places like anchorage, fairbanks. Band 12 & 5 in Kenai/homer area. Not great LTE coverage here with that phone and GCI.

AT&T 2, 4, 5, 12, 30. Also not great for LTE

In <em>Half Baked Alaska</em> by Mark Wheeler there’s a comic about moving the capital to Meyers Chuck. It was from back when moving it to Willow was all the rage.

If you don’t have a copy of that book I heartily recommend getting one. So many good comics that still seem topical today. Plus some great pipeline-era nostalgia.

The "bible" of driving around Alaska is "The Milepost" which has every scrap of information about all the travel spots, especially for RVs. It is expensive ($20) but will save you lots of money with coupons and information you can't get on the internet. You will love it for advance planning. It is updated every year and even includes highway construction, which will stop you for hours at a time. Available at Amazon and other places online. https://www.amazon.com/MILEPOST-2018-Alaska-Travel-Planner/dp/1892154374

The number one rule is to not pass a gas station without filling up if your tank is your gas tank is less than half full.

Check here for the road status- looks like it's open for 12.5 miles into the park. Past there you can hike, ski, mush dogs, etc. but no vehicle traffic. You can camp at the campground near the park entrance for free- check the weather first- could get really cold at night.

Get the Aurora Notifier app to check on aurora activity- things have to be pretty much perfectly aligned for you to see them- sunspot activity, lack of light pollution, cloudless night, etc., but hey, it could happen!

Good luck- you'll love it here.

Depends. I live here and enjoy it.

There a few fun winter events like the ice climbers in Keystone canyon. Fishing is great here in the summer. If you're into winter sports there are some good trails with amazing views. On a clear day the drive from Anchorage to Valdez is very beautiful. Thompson pass can be difficult depending on the weather.

Might check out http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g31156-Activities-Valdez_Alaska.html

https://weather.com/weather/monthly/l/Barrow+AK+USAK0025:1:US

It depends on what you are doing, and how long you will be there. If you are going to be spending your time outdoors, you will need to invest in dedicated winter clothing. It looks like you should expect to be operating in about 0°F, which is quite doable without breaking the bank on equipment. A down jacket with a hood, long underwear, thick wool socks, decent snow boots with an appropriate rating, rated thinsulate gloves, and a warm hat that will cover your ears. Buy gear a little big, so you can layer as needed. There are chemical hand warmers that are handy to have; they can be put in gloves and boots to help keep the fingers and toes warm.

There is a real possibility of there being subzero conditions, so you should plan around how to deal with that. Around -20°F the cold becomes significantly harder to manage, and requires different gear, especially if outdoors for significant amounts of time.

Always check AirBnB. Fiarbanks doesn't have too many listings, but there are a few really nice dry cabins you can have all to yourself for ~$100 per night. Like this one for example

So you can see the weather data here: https://weatherspark.com/m/285/1/Average-Weather-in-January-in-Sitka-Alaska-United-States Plan on lots of rain.

Bear protection: If you are going to be hiking, you'll want to know what it means to be bear-aware. And some bear spay is cheap insurance.

Things are expensive. Its isolated. When it's beautiful, it's beautiful. One of my favorite towns.

Yes I did, and like I said, it makes it sound like storm conditions are constant, when that is not true.

https://www.wunderground.com/history/airport/PAVC/2017/11/13/MonthlyHistory.html?&amp;reqdb.zip=&amp;reqdb.magic=&amp;reqdb.wmo=

Hurricane force winds are anything above 73 mph. In November there were 4 days where it was gusting above that. Even more to that, if you notice the temperature is always above freezing so ice would not be a problem, at least this year. There were also only 4 days of snow so small chance of white out conditions.

There is a crows nest cabin in the Canyon of Denali national park.

it has been closed the last couple of years

http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g143022-d272134-Reviews-Denali_Crow_s_Nest_Cabins-Denali_National_Park_and_Preserve_Alaska.html

"There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing!"

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Anchorage and Fairbanks can both be as cold as -20F / -30C, but with the right clothing it will be no problem.

There are tons of snowsuits for babies on Facebook marketplace in Anchorage right now for $20-40. There will most likely still be some in February, but if you want someone in Anchorage to buy one and hold it for you until your trip, let me know. I'd be happy to buy one so that you don't have to worry, and would trust you to pay when you arrive and pick it up.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/anchorage/search/?query=baby%20snow&amp;vertical=C2C&amp;sort=BEST_MATCH

Hard to say at this point. Likely at one of the OPN's in 2013 as well as several other venues. The best way you could support it right now is by donating to our IndieGoGo project

It's not too bad. Your best bets are the oil industry (the slope, but there is also a refinery and liquid natural gas plant in Nikiski), and the hospital is another major employer. There's a fair amount of retail jobs. If I were you, I'd go to http://www.indeed.com, and do a search for both Kenai and Soldotna.

Thanks so much for the insight, and congrats again the amazing victory in Alaska.

Just one follow up question that is something of a tangent: Have you read Monte Stewart's request for an en banc hearing for Sevcik v. Sandoval?

https://www.scribd.com/doc/242856856/12-17668-274

What exactly is he thinking in accusing the Ninth Circuit of panel rigging? All I could think of is a quote from the television show "Archer": http://i.imgur.com/vJikHaN.jpg

Oh yeah, I get it. Alaska is fucking huge. I love that about it. http://thetruesize.com/#?borders=1~!MTc0NTk1NDE.ODU2NjM3*Mjk5OTYwNjU(NzQ5NjA2NQ~!CONTIGUOUS_US*MTAwMjQwNzU.MjUwMjM1MTc(MTc1)MA~!IN*NTI2NDA1MQ.Nzg2MzQyMQ)MQ~!CN*OTkyMTY5Nw.NzMxNDcwNQ(MjI1)Mg

Awesome little tool^

I just thought that the long winters and the relatively short summers, especially in the Arctic regions, would limit the ability for bugs to reproduce and keep a steady population going year to year.

He wrote an article in the local newspaper in the valley called The People's Paper about Prop 2 being good for native communities. Read that here. Nice guy, too.

And I'm not even a Democrat.

Mercer makes knives the restaurants use. They are high quality and low cost. This is the one I have: Mercer Culinary Millennia Narrow Fillet Knife, 8.5-Inch, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011I8MIE8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_FUXK8AD87fNNs

gonna drop some GOLD in this thread right here

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FGLYVB8?psc=1&amp;ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

Got like 3 pairs of these bad boys. They will reduce your body temp quick.

edit: looks like these particular ones aren't available, but look into the cold therapy socks, they are just the same, maybe even better

Here you go.

I recommend the Flexikold. You can order them on Amazon, and come from like letter size to literally the size of your back. They are very tough and not likely to leak. You can also get a reusable gel ice pack at pretty much any store with a first aid/recovery section. I got a decent one at Fred Meyer for about 10 bucks. They are awesome and re-"freeze" in like 30-45 minutes.

As an Eskimo living in Anchorage, with an apartment that has terrible cross-breeze, I need these to survive! In a pinch you can use a 2 liter bottle (make sure you don't fill it too full), but the gel packs are the way to go.

If you're moving to Southcentral, here's one of the best books. Here's a helpful website.

So did you hold up your phone to a spotting scope like this?

Try Maps.me too- you can download entire countries, map shows roads, trails, etc., some that Google Maps doesn't have, and it's free. Great app for traveling.

Android and iOS apps with maps of the trails in Kincade Park.

/r/cordcutters has some good tips

oh and FYI, amazon has a good one on sale today

If anyone is browsing on their android phone this vpn gets the job done. Youtube and everything else works on it. It's just a temporary fix until GCI figures everything out.

I have two of these buckets and I love them. They stay thawed as long as the birds don't unplug them (had to fix that) and they stay clean since the birds don't touch the water. The only issues I have is little ice stalactites form under it from the chickens dribbling but it's still way better than having open water in there. Also they aren't very big so I do have to top them off every day. I am on a hill in Fairbanks, it's about 15-20 degrees warmer than in town but still down to -20 sometimes. I don't have heat in the coop, just light and the water buckets and they are doing alright.

https://www.amazon.com/Farm-Innovators-HB-60P-Poultry-Drinker/dp/B005BV1WLE

Oops forgot to add the Amazon link for the heater. https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Heater-F232000-Indoor-Safe-Portable/dp/B002G51BZU/ref=asc_df_B002G51BZU/?tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=167138746282&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=17069833071559646060&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&am...

As much as you want to pack minimally but smart, I highly recommend a SADD light. THis Verilux is inexpensive and does the job:

https://www.amazon.com/Verilux-HappyLight-Lucent-Bright-Therapy/dp/B079YBGPM5/ref=asc_df_B079YBGPM5/?tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=242002247899&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=8874767491998936661&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9033842&amp;hvtargid=pla-467034652315&amp;psc=1

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Also.. clothing = layers and avoid cotton. You want synthetics and/or wool. You want to stay dry; so good footwear (boots & socks) are vital.

Nope... see weather history for Feb-Mar:

( https://www.wunderground.com/calendar/us/ak/anchorage/PANC/date/2021-3 )

There are only a couple days where the low was above 20F. As mentioned, if it's important, carry it on.

The Trip Advisor forum for Alaska is a great resource: http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowForum-g28923-i349-Alaska.html Fly into Anchorage and rent a car. 7 days is good, 10 days is better, 14 days would be awesome.

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/news/2012/10/putting-studded-studless-winter-tires-to-the-test/index.htm

"The Nokian proved to have excellent snow traction and the shortest stops on ice of any winter tire—even slightly better than the impressive studless Michelin X-ice Xi3. While ride compliance was impressive, there was no escaping the tire noise on cleared pavement."

Is the noise worth the "slightly better" performance? Heck if I know.

I also find it frustrating that there are no long-term tests on tires. All tests are performed on brand new tires (which is fine and understandable). But I want to know how they compare after a season or two of use? What's the TCO over five years?

Do you have lightweight layers? Bring them and sub a cheap jacket insread of the $300 jacket

For a one-time trip, you definitely don't need high-dollar stuff if you're just standing outside. I use refridgiwear but it's needed working outside, it's not just the climate its the durability of the garments

You could go with just the same as myself a poly or wool tshirt short sleeve then the same but long sleeve. A wool lightweight shirt than a lightweight fleece pullover than a down jacket.

https://www.amazon.com/HTHLVMD-Bubble-Fashion-Waterproof-Jackets/dp/B09P8QK2L7/ref=sr_1_46?keywords=down+jackets&amp;qid=1663558397&amp;refinements=p_n_feature_fourteen_browse-bin%3A24196134011&amp;rnid=24196130011&amp;s=apparel&amp;sr=1-46

Just a example of a cheap jacket

I never remember the book’s correct title to find it easier and sometimes it doesn’t always show up in a query so here’s the cover. https://www.amazon.com/CloudDancers-Alaskan-Chronicles-CloudDancer/dp/0595471471

Journey To A Dream & Suddenly . . . It's Spring! by Mary T. Lovel

Search for "The Bike Shop" Anchorage AK. bikeshopak.com Good people,great service, quality work! I've been off the bike for a few years now, health, age, etc. But they were my Vito while I was active. There are road trip groups and mountain bike groups in Anchorage ANDyou can ask the bike shop about the Anchoorage Bike Trails book,or Amazon.com/Mountain-Bike-Anchorage-Comprehensive-Girdwood/dp/0976445301 Watch the ruts and roots, and may the trail rise up to meet you!

LUCID 10 Inch Gel Memory Foam Mattress-Medium Feel–Gel Infusion–CertiPUR Certified Hypoallergenic Bamboo Charcoal – Breathable Cover, Queen https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0861HFYW1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_i_V5TSG1VQ28ZK1D5T83N0

I ordered this mattress in 2019, shipping was free with Amazon prime. I really like it, it's a bit firm because I like the support. If you like plusher just get the thicker size like 12 inch or more. Mattress toppers can make it plusher too.

Republicans happy to have stories like this again:

"Jenny was in her mid-twenties, with a two-year-old son. When she got pregnant a second time, she developed severe chest pains, had trouble swallowing, and was plagued by a persistent fever. It was discovered that she had lymphatic cancer.

She should have been put on radiation treatment immediately, but the doctors decided against it, worried that it would harm the fetus inside her. Things only got worse as her pregnancy went on: she started having bad nosebleeds and bloody coughing fits. Tumors grew larger and spread.

During the birth of the child, Jenny hemorrhaged badly and nearly died. She spent the next couple of years seeing various medical specialists and receiving treatments in various hospitals, doing what she could to stem the disease. And she was terrified of getting pregnant again, worried that it would kill her. Her doctor gave her a new brand of birth control pills, which turned out to be a defective brand that was later discontinued.

Too bad for Jenny—she was pregnant again.

Considering the amount of medicine, drugs, and radiation she had been exposed to in the previous two years, it was pretty much certain that her fetus would not develop normally, and that bringing it to term would once again endanger Jenny’s life. She begged for an abortion. Her begging was rebuffed. After all, this was the late 1960s, and women did not have such rights over their own bodies, their own healthcare, their own fates."

The Story of Jane: The Legendary Underground Feminist Abortion Service

Don't let them walk all over you/control even your schedule and you'll have a great time.

Also get a great rain coat.

This is probably your best option. If you want fashion, get something to put under this. But you'll want this when you need it. https://www.amazon.com/Helly-Hansen-Workwear-Durable-Waterproof/dp/B00KE0A0S8

Unless something has changed, I drove up from Dallas in 19. It was paved all the way.

I would highly suggest getting the travel guide the Milepostmilepost

You can get it at your preferred retailer.

My only complaint was in between the US border station and Tok, the roads were like bacon, so I did not enjoy that with the trailer full of my worldly possessions. Also things weren't open in April.

Have a great drive, it is gorgeous.

Sure, just be aware of your surroundings, carry bear spray, and have fun. The ADF&G website has good info here and I recommend Steve Herrero's book. Very informative without trying to scare the shit out of you. Good luck, you'll have a great time.

Strangest Story Ever Told

Strange bigfoot/Kushtaka account while looking for gold in SE Alaska during the gold rush days. Short, fascinating read that creeped me out as a kid.

https://www.usclimatedata.com/climate/alaska/united-states/3171

But as an example, https://www.wunderground.com/history/monthly/us/ak/anchorage/PANC/date/2019-4 is the data for last year's April. One day, the high only got up to 37 F. Another, 59 F.

Have you checked with the state? Also I use indeed.com for my job searches usually with a lot of results I don't find other places. http://www.indeed.com/m/jobs?q=It&amp;l=Alaska&amp;from=searchOnSerp

K’esugi Ken camp ground has Curry Ridge trail out of it that is 6 miles round trip. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/alaska/curry-ridge-trail--2 On a clear day, it’s the best view of Denali I have ever seen (I worked for Denali area services for many years). It’s very close to talkeetna. About a 50 min drive. http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/sdenali/index.htm

In Ketchikan, I recommend Totem Bight Park. You only have three hours there, and you'll need a car or taxi to get to it. It's only about a 15 minute drive, I think, and it's truly a sight to see. I learned a lot about the Native Totems, why they made them, and their meanings, as well as other traditions related to them. http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g31030-d247670-Reviews-Totem_Bight_State_Park-Ketchikan_Alaska.html

If the touristy thing isn't quite your scene, check out a nearby hiking trail. The scenery is amazing, the trees are huge, and it's a nice break from the cruise ship I'm going to bet! Enjoy your trip!

Despite a lot of weather fans hating it now, Weather Underground still gives OK info on temperatures and forecasts, so far as I know.

https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/ak/whittier

Today's high was apparently 50 F. For 10 days, it's supposed to be highs in the 40s, lows around freezing, pretty sunny for 9 days.

For averages, usclimatedata seems to be OK.

https://www.usclimatedata.com/climate/whittier/alaska/united-states/usak0266

Doesn't give days with precip, dammit, but August weather is 60 F-50 F, 13.7 inches of rain, 185.28 inches a year Jesus Haploid Christ.

There are a lot of site around offering climate data. This one looks good, because it includes "Hours of sunshine" and "Days with precipitation": https://www.usclimatedata.com/climate/anchorage/alaska/united-states/usak0012

It looks like almost 20 F above average.

https://www.wunderground.com/history/monthly/us/ak/anchorage/PANC/date/2018-12 has data for December: it looks like just the beginning of the month and the 31st were outliers.

First time I, as a Jew, have ben called a "far right troll". If I am a troll as you claim, wouldn't that make you the idiot for taking the bait?

Either way, these "rabbis" are not really Jewish if they promote vaccines. here for example is the good advice that Jews should actually take.

And some other facts:
https://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-news/summer-that-was-a-hot-gritty-nightmare-inspired-famed-pulitzer-winning-novel/70008903
https://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-blogs/realimpactofweatherwithdrjoelnmyers/throwing-cold-water-on-extreme-heat-hype/70008963

Was out there yesterday. Super green and pretty dry, most of the snow is melted out but there's still some patches of old ice on the creeks. Forecast for this week is sunny until Thursday, with heavy clouds and light rain over the weekend.

https://www.windy.com/62.371/-143.013/meteogram?62.270,-143.013,10,m:fo6accN

That is a much better breakdown. I was giving the non-detailed explanation. x2 on the google flights, or the ITA matrix if you want a different view.

> Where can I find a full list of cities where the cases have been confirmed?

https://www.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/bda7594740fd40299423467b48e9ecf6

Gives you pretty decent fine grain info

Hope this helps too:

https://www.nps.gov/katm/learn/photosmultimedia/sockeye-salmon-frequently-asked-questions.htm

Edit: found this on Mike Fitz's comments in Disqus

>There are two predominate species of salmon in the river now, coho and sockeye. Probably 99% of the fish are sockeye who arrived in July. The cohos arrive a little later in the year, generally mid to late August. The salmon we see on the underwater cam are staging (waiting for the time time and conditions to move upriver to spawn). Those fish will most likely spawn somewhere downstream of the falls. Some, as we see though, have the urge to try and jump the falls. Perhaps they were born just upstream. If they can't make it, they'll attempt to spawn in the reaches downstream. Almost all of the fish who spawn downstream of the falls were born downstream of the falls and never felt the urge to try and jump the falls.

Not sure about PWS; but in the Gulf and around Kodiak, I get so / so service on the West Side of the Island - and phenomenal service on the East Side. I believe that the Sirius satellites are in the SE sky.

This antenna: https://www.amazon.com/Browning-BR-TRUCKER-Satellite-Trucker-Mirror-Mount/dp/B00B94N044

Has been going for 5 years at the top of my mast; performs better than the crazy contraptions the guys in the Bering Sea build.

https://www.amazon.com/Passion-Lubes-Natural-Water-Based-Lubricant/dp/B005MR3IVO/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=personal+lubricant+55+gallon&amp;qid=1613117887&amp;sprefix=personal+lubricant+55&amp;sr=8-1

Get into Sprouting. https://www.amazon.com/Frontier-Products-Sproutamo-Easy-Sprout/dp/B00AO3QD2C/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&amp;keywords=Easy+Sprouter&amp;qid=1603516570&amp;sr=8-3 I've been using this every winter for many years (7+).

Take a good vitamin D supplement everyday.

Rather than try and list stuff, I'd recommend you pick up the two books by Kelsey Gray, et al., the Alaska Bouldering Guide and Alaska Rock Climbing Guide. The books cover everything from the Granite Tors off Chena Hot Springs Road to Valdez (and on to Juneau if you're feeling enterprising). The books will typically mention if a place is crowded/secluded/good rock/poor rock. Good resources.

Amazon link to Bouldering Guide

(Amazon link to rock climbing guide)[https://www.amazon.com/Alaska-Rock-Climbing-Guide-Kelsey/dp/0692837728/ref=sr_1_1?crid=34Y8N8USJBW6G&amp;keywords=alaska+rock+climbing+guide&amp;qid=1562978257&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=alaska+rock+clim%2Cstripbooks%2C209&amp;sr=1-1]

There are too many volunteer opportunities for teens. I use My Selfless Act for volunteering. There are too many volunteer opportunities for you like to educate street children, clean up public places, environmental volunteering, and many more. you can get more volunteer work on my selfless act.

I got AirPod Skins Basically just vinyl wraps. Come in lots of colors and patterns.

Russian America is one of the best books I have ever read. You can probably find a copy at title wave in anchorage for less than online

/r/CCW Spend sometime getting to learn what firearm you are going to carry and read some literature like Deadly Force - Understanding Your Right To Self Defense by Massad Ayoob Also read our laws. They are very specific. If you are not feeling comfortable yet start with just carrying the holster then step it up as you go. There are plenty of resources to help you learn.

This is the best $250 I've ever spent. Anyone who does anything outdoors in Alaska without a PLB and a .44 is asking for trouble.

If you have Amazon Prime I suggest watching this: https://www.amazon.com/One-Little-Pill-Claudia-Christian/dp/B01F5U541E

It has personally helped myself and SO. Good luck.

I use this stuff. Really like it, seems to last a very long time, that in combination with the clothing treatment above usually means I don't have to use DEET at all. Might want to try it out!

https://www.amazon.com/Days-Below-Zero-Incredible-Wilderness/dp/0306824523

Not really from a recreational perspective, but a good story of survival.

The B-24 is still there where it crashed, neat hike.

Kenai Peninsula in July is nature's playground. A lot of fishermen do a sort of no frills car camping, just tent and bag. I mean, there are stores and restaurants where you can eat, etc., but if you bring a tent and bag it will save you some time and money versus trying to secure overbooked lodgings. There's a coin op showers in Sterling. There's a marijuana store in ~~Kodiak~~ Kenai.

I recommend you get an angler's guide like Roadside Angler by Gunnar Pedersen. It has run timing for streams, etc. There will also be info in there about trying the Susitna watershed on the road to Denali.

It's pretty common stuff, you can probably get it at a hardware store, especially in Alaska.

Amazon link

PLB. A real one, not a Spot or Inreach.

Nail clippers to cut monofilament. I don't flyfish so that might not apply.

Edit: I'm a fan of these things for stuffing trash/line into instead of my pocket: Fishpond PIOPOD Fishing line Clip On Trash Can Orange https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003KQYY1W/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_x-vXwbB1NK883

I just use a brown pair of Adidas boots that I sprayed a couple layers of Camp Dry on when I got them. Breaking them in was the worst, but I've had them for over a year and I'll probably get another pair next year.

Just to throw this out there. I tried to go all out on my wife's engagement ring & wedding ring but I knew I didn't want anything too fancy and wasn't necessarily concerned with mine matching hers. I bought my ring off Amazon for a whopping $24.00. The same exact ring at many jewelers here in Alaska ran anywhere from $300-$500. I have had zero issues with it and even had to return it and got another one shipped free to resize. Here's the ring I got if you are interested. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0096KCJW2

Local Alaskan here. Mid-May can vary a lot in terms of weather so you need to be prepared for winter-summer hiking. We've had multiple feet of snowfall at sea level in May, so you can imagine how it is at elevation. Here's the most popular local guide for Southcentral Alaska:

http://www.amazon.com/55-Ways-Wilderness-Southcentral-Alaska/dp/0898867916

My favorite spring hike is Crow Pass but it's not really a full week trip, more like 3-4 days tops depending on how slow you take it. Spring is good for that one because you ford a river and the height should be low.

Rally lights, off road lights, fog lights, whatever you want to call them. I got 4 of these: Link

Just have to find time to make a light bar for them

OK. I don't know much about the Kenai, but I'd suggest picking up a copy of this book: http://www.amazon.com/Outside-Interior-Adventure-Central-Alaska/dp/1889963992/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;s=books&amp;qid=1309256685&amp;sr=1-1 It can explain things a bit better than I can here, but I would suggest Mount Healy. You stop at the Buffalo Gulch turnout on the Parks Highway just north of the Denali Park entrance, and the trailhead is directly across the highway.

It's one of the last mountains before the Tanana Flats, so you can see for more than a hundred miles to the north, and on a clear day you can make out Fairbanks.

Do you have the Aurora Notifier app on your phone? If not, you oughtta get is ASAP. Great photos, by the way!