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First bear sighting
Finally, after hearing about numerous bear sightings this summer, I saw a black bear. A huge black bear. As I rounded the last corner coming…
A cool, rainy summer
While the rest of the U.S. had a sweltering July, we enjoyed a cool, rainy month. We didn’t have the normal warm, sunny July but…
Arctic Strawberries
A rare treat above the Arctic Circle–fresh-picked strawberries. After keeping a close eye on a secret patch of wild strawberries, the first red ones appeared…
First Fireweed
Yesterday, I noticed the first fireweed showcasing its lower flowers. As summer progresses, the flowers will continue to open until they reach the top. Then…
First Day of Summer
Rain clouds filled the skies this morning but eventually gave way to partly cloudy skies in the afternoon. The sun was determined to shine on…
Exploring the tiaga
With 24 hours of daylight, plants are flourishing and flowering. They have a brief window of warmth and sunshine to flower and produce seed for…
Still spring in the Arctic
While summer may be in full swing in some parts of the country, spring still reigns in the arctic. With only one week remaining until…
Thunderstorms, mosquitoes and hares
The first good thunderstorm of the season rolled through last night. First a light rain, then lightening, thunder and a downpour that lasted nearly an…
The Green Flash
Green-up happens quickly in the north–almost overnight. Last week a tinge of green was visible on the trees one morning and by the next morning…
Break-up on the Koyukuk River
Friday the 13th was lucky today–the ice broke free on the Koyukuk River. Break-up on the Koyukuk River Warmer temperatures are helping melt the ice…