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Why Alaska’s Wilds Freeze Out Snakes—But Not Bears

Discover whether or not there are snakes in Alaska. Would you believe that snakes don't like the snow, or the cold?
Survival World on MSN

An Alaska outdoorsman breaks down why state troopers trust 12 gauge slugs for bear defense in the wild

In a recent video, Chuke shared his insights into why he believes the 12-gauge slug outperforms even iconic bear-stopping ...
Alaska Public Media

Several Alaska caribou herds are now in decline

State officials announced this week that both the Porcupine and Central Arctic caribou herds have faltered. The data mirrors a broader trend for Arctic herds.

Wildlife encounter: A lynx with hungry kittens on the Anchorage Hillside

There are several things that make spotting a lynx special, even in a wildlife-rich city like. Alaska's only native wild cats ...
Alaska Public Media

Alaska’s rural animal shelters are struggling to keep up: ‘Everywhere has no room’

Animal shelters around the state have seen a recent uptick of stray and surrendered animals, and it’s been an especially tough year for one organization who serves the Norton Sound region. PAWS of ...
Albuquerque Journal

ABQ to Alaska an overland summer adventure of many miles, animals and unending daylight

Overwhelming scenery. Overwhelming distances. Overwhelming daylight. Overwhelming adventure. That word — overwhelming — describes the more than 1,400-mile Alaska-Canadian Highway (ALCAN) that links ...