Are we separate from nature? Is it possible to cleanly define an “us” versus a “not-us”? Is it even productive to think of ourselves as somehow separate from (or even above) our environment?

The more humans investigate the links between time in nature and mental health, the more benefits we find. The concept seems pretty recognizable to the many adventurous-spirited people who live throughout Alaska. It’s a knowledge that hums in the core of our souls: being outside is good. Although much of the world seems to be forgetting that, research will guide humans back.

Emma Corby gives her rating of the hike through Eagle River Nature Center.

Sarah Olson reflects on balance on conflict between humans and nature. Does nature stand a chance against the endless sprawl of urban environments made of steel and concrete?

Last week, I went down to Girdwood, Alaska for the day; since I live in Eagle River, it was only an hour drive, rather than the seven hours it would have been from Fairbanks. Down in Girdwood is the Alyeska Ski Resort; outside the resort, there are a bunch of cute coffee shops and a few local restaurants.

Fall is here! While that might mean the temps are starting to dip and days are getting shorter, there is still some foraging to be done. Interior Alaska is home several edible (and delicious) berries. Here is a quick guide to late summer foraging and ideas of what to do with your fresh found goods!

Summer has come to a close here in Fairbanks: so long to the days of eternal sun, so long to the wildflowers in bloom, and so long to the unrelenting mosquitoes! But, if you are wondering about the summer activities and events that went on in Fairbanks, read on!

What would happen to both the built and natural environment if humans suddenly disappeared from the face of the earth? Sarah Olson goes in depth about the balance between Homo Sapiens impact on the natural environment.

Last week, Ben and I went to visit Matanuska Glacier. I’m not typically a “tour person,” but this was an incredible experience…. Read more about Emma’s winter expedition on the ice.

Owning a two-wheel drive vehicle should not prevent from getting outside this winter. Tanner Purdy takes us through some of her favorite accessible wintertime trails.

This isn’t necessarily a hike, walk, or run, but it is definitely an epitome of a “true Alaskan experience”… Last weekend, I had a friend visiting me – I had never been dog mushing before, so we looked into it. If you have the chance this winter, get out and get on a dog sled; being on that sled was unlike anything I have ever done before in my whole life.

June, in Alaska, is the best and the worst time to go hiking all year. Emma Corby takes us through a the ups and downs of a June hike at Granite Tors.

Emma ranks her hardest hike yet while reaping beautiful rewards. Beware, though, climbing Bison Gulch is not for the inexperienced or faint of heart.

Nothing but positive vibes and pillowy lines. The start of ski season (for those willing to earn it) arrived last month, and we couldn’t help but get in on the fun.

Working for a tour company, Vengre recounts her first experience kayaking whitewater rapids in summer of ‘21.

Continuing her hiking reviews, Emma hikes Baldy Mountain with some unexpected Alaskan interruptions.

I recently moved from Fairbanks to Eagle River to be closer to places where I can hike, trail run, and ski. If you are outdoorsy and live in Fairbanks, you may be a bit familiar with the amount of effort it takes just to get started with a hike – like a long(ish) drive.

My favorite hike around Fairbanks, though, is also one of the easiest to start - Wickersham Dome.