Zeke discusses gratitude and gives a list of fifty things he is thankful for on his walk from Hess Village to Gruening.

Zeke shares his thoughts on cottage cheese and some suggestions on how to eat it.

The moment has come. National Geographic has reached out to interview you on an upcoming documentary focusing on a topic in your field. At first, you’re excited and flushed with the exhilaration of being interviewed by a group you’ve dreamed about since childhood. Then, the enthusiasm is replaced by anxiety. You’re being interviewed by a group you’ve dreamed about since childhood. What on Earth are you going to say?

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.

Kitchen Fan— a recurring food writing series that features easy and inexpensive recipes for beginner chefs. This article features three recipes centered around beets!

On Friday, October 13, graduate students at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) began voting on whether or not they want to unionize. Unionization is a word most commonly heard in the world of business and is related to the organization of workers. Unions negotiate contracts with employers in order to improve working conditions, increase pay, and better employees’ lives.

There is a unionization effort going on at UAF. Aaron takes a dive into unionization, and gives his opinion on whether or not you should support the effort.

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?

Jennifer Robinette has been working remotely for the Ekuk Tribal Council, based in Dillingham, AK for years (before the pandemic). As remote working has become the new norm, Jennifer shares her experiences and advice on a productive and healthy (remote) work-life balance.

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.

The Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum is truly a hidden gem of Fairbanks.

A friend shared his family’s highly secret recipe for pasta, called ‘Whatever’s in the Fridge Pasta’. Now, I take it upon myself to share this recipe, which frankly changed my life, cured my ailments, and transformed my thinking. Try it for yourself!

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!

ASUAF President Cole Osowski gives a weekly update on ASUAF activities. ASUAF met for the official start of the ‘23/’24 year on September 8th.

Sword Fighting! Dancing! Young love! Humor! Tragedy! Romeo and Juliet is a classic—and this summer, the Fairbanks Shakespeare Theater reminded us exactly why.

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!